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- Hi, Franny. Here's an idea you might like to try. Take a few minutes to write down something that you learned from your dad. Maybe he taught you a practical skill or imparted a favorite life lesson? Put the piece of paper in your pocket, so that you have his lesson with you as you go about your day.
- Hi, Julie. There is a term called 'glimmer' which you can think of as the opposite of a trigger. Glimmers are micro-moments that happen throughout your day that make you feel happy, joyous, peaceful, or grateful. If you train your brain to look for these tiny moments each day more will begin to appear. Look for the glimmers. đź’«
- Hi, Max. Some people worry about forgetting their person's voice or how they laughed. Creating intentional ways to remember your mom - like cooking her recipes, sharing her stories, or carrying forward her values - can help. Research shows these "continuing bonds" often bring comfort and help us maintain a meaningful connection. What helps you feel most connected to your mom?
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“I don’t know what you sent my boyfriend, I didn’t ask. But I do know that he made a reservation at my dad’s favorite restaurant on his birthday, and asked me about my favorite memories. Your texts helped us have open conversations about grief. Suddenly, I wasn't in this alone.”
“I didn't know how personal the messages would be - I didn't think they would be very useful. But I love the appropriate timing of the texts - they arrive during the waves of grief and provide simple, easy-to-follow instructions.”
“It was like the text messages knew what I was experiencing without me telling anyone. They’d show up, and it’d be exactly what I needed to hear. For men, especially, if you make it too complicated or too emotional upfront, we check out. This was low-pressure but high-impact.”
“I lost my husband last year suddenly. I chose to seek support because in that moment I had never felt so alone, but after getting the texts I realized that I wasn’t. The texts let me know I wasn’t alone and that all my feelings were normal.”
“I did have a few assessments and was told I had PTSD and complex grief but then was just left to deal with it. The texts knew exactly how I was feeling and what I was experiencing at that exact time. It’s been hugely helpful for me and has helped me feel less alone and seen. It’s the only thing that has actually helped me over this awful year of firsts.”
“It’s like having a friend giving you a little encouragement - it was especially appreciated at Christmas, on her birthday and on Mothers Day. I was so shocked on her birthday and I can’t tell you how much that text helped.”
“My mother is a hospice nurse and my father is a funeral director, so I grew up knowing exactly what kinds of grief support were available in my rural community. None of those things felt right for me. I found Help Texts and have renewed four times.”
FAQ
Answers to questions about how Help Texts supports you through grief.
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How does Help Texts work?
After signing up, you'll receive supportive text messages directly to your phone twice a week. You can pause or stop anytime. It works on any phone, no smartphone required.
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Is Help Texts an alternative to grief therapy?
Grief therapy isn't the right fit for everyone. Common alternatives include grief support groups, bereavement hotlines, journaling, and faith-based counseling. Help Texts is a text-based grief support service that requires no appointments, no waitlists, and no insurance. Many people use it as a standalone alternative to therapy. Others use it alongside existing therapy as an additional layer of support between sessions.
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Does text-based mental health and grief support actually work?
Yes, text-based grief and mental health support is an effective, accessible way to get expert help. Help Texts' published research shows that personalized text support is helpful for 95% of people navigating grief and other life challenges. Subscribers consistently report that receiving supportive texts feels good, and that our practical, personalized tips help them make meaningful changes over time. Many describe grief text support as life-changing.
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Do Help Texts grief messages change based on the cause of death?
Yes. Help Texts offers tailored grief support messages for a wide range of causes of death, including cancer, suicide, Alzheimer's/dementia, cardiovascular disease, homicide, drug and alcohol-related death, stillbirth, sudden infant or child death, COVID-19, and more. You're never required to share how your loved one died, but sharing allows us to personalize your grief support texts more meaningfully.
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What is grief text support and how does it work?
Grief text support delivers personalized, expert-written messages directly to your phone via SMS. No app, no appointments, no phone calls required. After completing a short welcome questionnaire about your loss, you begin receiving tailored texts twice a week, with additional support around anniversaries, holidays, and important dates.
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Is there grief support that doesn't require talking to anyone?
Yes. Help Texts delivers grief support entirely by text. You never have to speak with anyone or attend a session. You read your messages when the timing feels right, with no pressure to respond.
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What's the most affordable grief support option?
Help Texts is one of the most affordable grief support options available. A full year of personalized text support costs less than a single therapy session, with no insurance required and no waitlist. For more information visit our pricing page.