Simply be yourself, and tell him even though you don't fully understand what he is going through that you will be praying for him and that you would like to be a friend that he can talk to. Just help him be comfortable ,with a pillow or blanket, a drink etc.., talk to him like he is your best friend forever. Try to make him laugh,and tell him some of your secrets so he feels like a part of your life.
Just tell him that even though you don't know him that well that you love him as a great friend.
Also if you can get him to tell you stories of his life and the things he has been through. It will help him feel alive again when he is able to give you his wisdom. Tell him you can not wait till the next time for another story, give him some thing to look forward to.
Above all be a good listener and quick with a prayer for him.
I shure do hope this has helped you, I think it is so sweet of you to want to reach out to a stranger you don't know very well to help and comfort them !
God bless you Dear! ;)
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What should I do if I know someone as an acquaintance and they are dying of cancer?
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Posted 1 year ago #
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Great answer by K.Ray . Death and dieing is part of life as much as birth and growing up. Grief for friends and family is a normal healthy emotion which is often precedes acceptance. Personally I would be supportive of your aunt as it sounds she's in the process of losing a friend--take your cues from her as to what would be the right action. Your common interest seems to be his traveling experience. Let that be your bond--don't fear rejection --- You might consider reading Death and Dieing by Kubler-Ross and/or Tuesdays With Morey by Mitch Albom. I think you'll find them both valuable. Best wishes.
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