serious post: My really good friends brother just commited suicide

[Kimbell175113]

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I think having to listen to a million people tell you "Im so sorry" would be exhausting.

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It is.

OP,
please pay attention to MLG's and FFK's posts, they are very good. Don't avoid the situation; honestly, it won't even matter if you do or say something dumb as long as she can tell your heart's in the right place and you're trying to help. If you really are that good of friends, just do what you've always done/what she would do for you.

[mondo]

OP,

My sister went through this with one of her closest friends several years ago, mlg and ffk are correct. Make the effort to be involved in your friend's life, and be willing to LISTEN. She knows you don't have the answers, but a compassionate friend who takes the time to be there in an obvious time of need is greatly appreciated.

I am sorry for her loss. I wish you the best in trying circumstances. Friends, true friends, are the best coping mechanism during times of hardship.

Condolences, mondo