What do you say on deaths?

What do you say on deaths?

“I am so sorry for your loss – you are in my thoughts.” “I’m so sad to hear this and I’m here if you need to talk.” “He/she was such a wonderful person/so selfless – full of positivity/kindness [whatever feels appropriate] – they will be hugely missed.” “He/she will be missed so much – they were so special.

What do you say when someone dies tragically?

Sometimes it’s best to not say anything but simply be there to show your support. A simple “I am so sorry” may be all that is needed from you. After you speak to the family members of the deceased, you may join other conversations during the visitation or before the funeral service begins.

How to write a character in shock from an event?

Knowing this, and wanting to write a character in shock from an event, you need to plan a reaction arc for the character. If you prefer to write without outline, you need to consider the arc in the rewrite. 1st is the shock from a physical or an emotional source.

Is it OK to kill off characters for shock value?

Killing characters simply for shock value isn’t the right way to craft a meaningful death scene, or a meaningful story overall. Yes, it can be great to surprise readers with a huge plot twist in the form of an unexpected character death.

What are the different types of shock in literature?

Let’s talk a bit about the different types of shock. Emotional shock – hearing of a loved one’s untimely death, an unexpected relationship breakup, losing a child in a store, seeing violence that the character is not accustomed too.

How do you describe a shock in a sentence?

“Jolt, paralyzed, petrified, electrified, aghast. . .” Use your thesaurus and your imagination. First, define what kind of shock you’re talking about. Is it a sudden disappointing discovery, fear for your life. . .? Narrow down the type of shock and use the “best fit” word for the character and the situation.

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