#300: How to Break the Silence: Moving Past “I Don’t Know What to Say”

When someone we love is grieving, most of us fear saying the wrong thing. So we stay quiet, hoping our silence is better than a misstep.

But for the bereaved, silence can feel like abandonment.

In this episode, guest co-host, Cheri Fletcher and I discuss why connection matters so much more than perfect words. You’ll hear how simple acts like prayers, texts, and thoughtful questions can bring lasting comfort. And you’ll discover the power of initiating conversation with empathy and intentionality.

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Cheri Fletcher

Cheri Fletcher is a dynamic writer, compelling speaker, and the host of the “Your Spiritual Game Plan” podcast. 

In 2020, Cheri and her husband Todd re-located from Seattle, WA to Cleveland, TN. They are the proud parents of two recently-married sons, a cherished daughter who passed mid-August 2023, and a loyal canine companion named Libby. 

Despite life’s twists and turns, Cheri has found comfort and joy in the simple pleasures, particularly the company of friends, walks, and visiting new places. Known for her hospitality, she warmly invites anyone into her home for a cup of coffee, regardless of the state of her kitchen.

You can connect with Cheri thru her website, on Facebook, and via Instagram.

Cheri Gregory

Through scripture and story-telling, Cheri Gregory delights in helping women draw closer to Jesus, the Strength of every tender heart.

Cheri is the co-facilitator of Sensitive & Strong: the place for the HSP Christian woman to find connection. And she’s the founder of Write Beside You coaching for HSP Christian writers, coaches, and speakers.

Cheri speaks locally and internationally for women’s events and educational conferences. She’s also the coauthor of five books: You Don’t Have to Try So Hard, Overwhelmed, and An Abundant Place (with Kathi Lipp); Sensitive & Strong (with Denise J. Hughes); and Exhale (with Amy Carrol).

Cheri and her college sweetheart, Daniel, have been married for over three decades; they’ve spent the last 19 years living and serving on the campus of Monterey Bay Academy on the central California coast. 

You can connect with Cheri thru her website, on Facebook, and via Instagram.

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