The truth is that clich s are seldom useful for the grieving and usually create more frustration for them. It is more therapeutic to simply listen compassionately, say little, and do whatever you can to help ease burdens. I'm concerned she is going to have a nervous breakdown. Crying washes away toxins from the body which are produced during trauma. That may be the reason so many people feel better after a good cry.
Stress causes imbalance and crying restores balance.
It relieves the central nervous system of tension. If we don't cry, that tension doesn t go away. Caregivers should get comfortable at seeing tears from the bereaved and be supportive of crying.