You’d think as an HSP that I’d be good at knowing what to say when someone I care about, a friend or family member, had something terrible happen to them. I want SO BADLY to say something helpful, but I’m always afraid that I’ll say the wrong thing. So this honestly isn’t for HSPs only—these tips could help anyone. 

Links from this episode:

• The Condolence Coach blog
• Condolence notes for the death of a pet: A Dog’s Tale
• Condolence notes for miscarriage or stillbirth: Soothing A Terrible Loss

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Recently, I found myself at a big family party. Even though I liked everyone there, and was happy to be there, it did remind me how hours-long parties can wear on me, no matter how much I like the people there. Here are my tips on how to deal with overwhelm at long parties.

Related content on my blog: 

• Handling Criticism (Episode 38)
• Enjoy parties for the first time ever...take 2 cars!
• A blog post where I grump about not doing well at a party

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