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Anna Pulley

Ask Anna: On supporting a partner whose parent has passed away

Dear Anna,

I’m a woman in my early 30s. I’ve been with my partner for almost five years. His mom passed away a few weeks ago from a long battle with cancer. I saw the video tribute you made about your dad recently and so thought you might be able to help me with this. I'm feeling a bit lost on how best to help him through this difficult time. This is a significant loss for him and I want to be as supportive as I possibly can.

It would be really great to hear any experiences, techniques or practices that you think could help him. My main concern is to provide comfort, understanding and emotional support. Any advice would be much appreciated. — Seeking Solace

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