support for someone who's afraid of dying
By kate0430
@kate0430 (34)
Philippines
January 27, 2007 12:57am CST
When we thought we have done everything to show our love and support to a dying person (she knows she's going to die), what else can we do to comfort her when she knows she's afraid of dying and the unknown?
2 responses
@shannon76 (1232)
• United States
27 Jan 07
I would say break out the bible and/or call a pastor for support. Get to the root of why she is afraid. I hope she knows God because that will help her get certain with where she is going. Also, point out that we are all dying. And at some point, all of will die.
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@kate0430 (34)
• Philippines
27 Jan 07
Thanks a lot. We've done bringing her to read the Bible when we're with her and we have even called a priest several times. She'll be fine for a while. Yes,there's really a root to her fear and that's what's bugging us how to make her open up so that we can comfort her more. Can we ask you to please include her in your prayers? thank you.
@trouble4u2avoid (2915)
• United States
8 Feb 07
Maybe you can ask her doctor for some medication to ease her anxiety. I think chamolile tea may help relieve some of her tension. I also think in some places they have organizations that help people overcome their fear of dying. Maybe your priest or doctor can recommend someone. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
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@kate0430 (34)
• Philippines
9 Feb 07
thanks for your concern.
her daughter, a doctor had prescribed medication to relax her. sometimes her friends come by to visit her also. a priest also comes by sometimes. but i think you are right that there should be organizations that will help to overcome her fear. it's just too bad there aren't organizations like that here in our place.
thanks again and God bless you and your family.
