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The phrase “My thoughts and prayers are with you” is often used in times of grief to express condolences and support. It’s an endearing message, but perhaps you don't resonate with it or feel it’s a bit impersonal.[1] Luckily, there are plenty of ways you can express the same sentiment without using the phrase “thoughts and prayers.” Take a look at the list of examples below for alternative messages to send to loved ones or acquaintances who have lost someone close to them or are going through a tough time.
What does “You’re in my thoughts and prayers” mean?
“You’re in my thoughts and prayers” is a caring expression of condolences and shows support for someone who’s grieving. Alternatively, you could say, “I’m sorry for your loss,” “Sending peace and love your way,” or “I’m thinking of you.”
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- “Thoughts and prayers” has recently gained a negative connotation as it’s been deemed a “say and forget” phrase, meaning that someone may not have the caring sentiment behind the message but is only saying it because they have to.[10] This is why many have turned to other alternative phrases.Thanks
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- ↑ https://prayer.reframeministries.org/blog/what-does-it-mean-when-youre-in-somebodys-thoughts-and-prayers
- ↑ https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/news/2020/12/what-to-say-and-what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-grieving
- ↑ https://www.npr.org/2024/12/05/g-s1-35896/the-dos-and-donts-of-expressing-condolences
- ↑ https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/news/2020/12/what-to-say-and-what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-grieving
- ↑ https://mygriefandloss.org/what-to-say-to-someone-grieving
- ↑ https://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/news/2020/12/what-to-say-and-what-not-to-say-to-someone-who-grieving
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/midlife-reimagined/202312/what-to-say-and-what-not-to-say-to-a-grieving-person
- ↑ https://www.helpguide.org/mental-health/grief/helping-someone-who-is-grieving
- ↑ https://mygriefandloss.org/what-to-say-to-someone-grieving
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