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Simple Scripts to Support Your People: What to Say When You Don't Know What to Say
Simple Scripts to Support Your People through tough, trying and tremendous life moments. Speak them, text them, send them. Each simple script is like a hug that can be sent over the airwaves. Grounded in the revolutionary VASE Method, each script is crafted with supporting your people in mind. From lost luggage to funeral planning, from heartbreak to new jobs, and everything in between, we've got you. Written by Olivia and Jenny, the founders of Fresh Starts Registry, the first and only platform for everything you need to begin again, here's everything to say when you don't know what to say.
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210 pages, Paperback
Published April 1, 2023
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April 11, 2023
When I went through my divorce, people would say the dumbest things or they would say nothing at all, completely ignoring me because they didn't know what to say. Going through a divorce is hard enough but then add in losing friends because they don't know what to say, or how to handle the tough conversations adds even more trauma to an already traumatic situation. This book offers hope to those of us who have been through a divorce. I would have given this to my friends, to offer them some support for how to support me. I would also buy this and gift it to other friends who have friends going through a hard time. It offers life support to those friendships and family relationships so that they don't disappear during a hard time of divorce. A must-read for anyone going through a divorce, or for anything who has a friend or a family member that is going through a hard time.
April 20, 2023
The 🌎 needs this book!!
I’ve found that many times in life when I don’t know what to say, I say nothing to avoid the discomfort of saying the wrong thing. When I rage quit a job that was suffocating my soul in 2019, a lot of people said things they thought were encouraging or comforting but the reality is, they weren’t. It’s not because these people weren’t well intended they just didn’t have the right words.
This book gives you the words to create connection with the relationships you care most about. It simplifies your sentiment so you show up in support instead of awkwardness.
Buy this book for if you’re looking to forge deeper connection with those you love.
I’ve found that many times in life when I don’t know what to say, I say nothing to avoid the discomfort of saying the wrong thing. When I rage quit a job that was suffocating my soul in 2019, a lot of people said things they thought were encouraging or comforting but the reality is, they weren’t. It’s not because these people weren’t well intended they just didn’t have the right words.
This book gives you the words to create connection with the relationships you care most about. It simplifies your sentiment so you show up in support instead of awkwardness.
Buy this book for if you’re looking to forge deeper connection with those you love.
April 27, 2023
Wish I had this book earlier!
This book is a guide of what to say in different situations. The authors have truly thought of nearly everything! Each page is a short paragraph of a response to a scenario a friend or loved one finds themselves. I have been in some of these myself, and I have had friends in other ones. These are positive, supportive messages in the happy moments as well as the devastating.
I feel more comfortable with action and advice. I'll research, drive all night to be there, and will send gifts. The affirmations and being a true listening ear are so powerful, and I learned ways to get better at communicating my care for the person.
I'm glad I purchased this on Kindle so I can easily search for what fits! From finding new biological siblings to supporting someone trying to get pregnant, this is a resource I'll use for years to come.
This book is a guide of what to say in different situations. The authors have truly thought of nearly everything! Each page is a short paragraph of a response to a scenario a friend or loved one finds themselves. I have been in some of these myself, and I have had friends in other ones. These are positive, supportive messages in the happy moments as well as the devastating.
I feel more comfortable with action and advice. I'll research, drive all night to be there, and will send gifts. The affirmations and being a true listening ear are so powerful, and I learned ways to get better at communicating my care for the person.
I'm glad I purchased this on Kindle so I can easily search for what fits! From finding new biological siblings to supporting someone trying to get pregnant, this is a resource I'll use for years to come.
May 24, 2023
Having words for what to say through so many scenarios is such a game changer. I was surprised at how inclusive this book was. Clearly tons of care and consideration went into it. It's made its way onto my always-within-reach shelf and I've already used a few of the scripts. I am one of those people who never knows what to say despite best intentions. I wish I'd had this as a teenager or young adult. Just so glad I have it now!
These authors are also the founders of the Fresh Starts Registry and have a podcast I absolutely love. The way this book gives the words of support and their podcast and registry give the resources - it's amazing. Can't wait for their next one!
These authors are also the founders of the Fresh Starts Registry and have a podcast I absolutely love. The way this book gives the words of support and their podcast and registry give the resources - it's amazing. Can't wait for their next one!
April 11, 2023
There's something about Simple Scripts to Support Your People that is just so comforting. Much as the second part of the title depicts, this book's main goal is to help you know what to say when you don't know what to say, something I think we experience daily. We can definitely all use some guidance when it comes to being kind and empathetic and understanding, and it can seriously take the stress of not knowing what to say away in so many different life situations. This book is a must-have for everyone who has people they want to support and uplift!
April 11, 2023
"What to say when you don't know what to say" sums up this book beautifully. The authors, who are sisters, and Co-Founders of the first support registry, really showcase their expertise in the support business through their penmanship in Simple Scripts. If more people read this, I'm confident that our world would be a much more compassionate and supportive place. You won't regret buying this one. I plan on gifting it to a few of my friends, too!
April 18, 2023
Okay, the amount of times I’ve googled “what to say when…” only to be given results like “offer them support” (okay but how?) or “bring them food” (lol). This book is amazing and such a great gift idea.
I also love the simplistic design of this book. the answers are suggestions; It’s not in my tone. And I’m going to customize it to me. Why not customize the book design to me as I use it?
My only wish is for an index so I can find the scenario I’m looking for a little easier. But I can deal.
I also love the simplistic design of this book. the answers are suggestions; It’s not in my tone. And I’m going to customize it to me. Why not customize the book design to me as I use it?
My only wish is for an index so I can find the scenario I’m looking for a little easier. But I can deal.
April 25, 2023
Where has this book been all my life?! I always want to be supportive, but sometimes I get in my head or second-guess what to say, especially if it’s a heavy situation. This is such a helpful resource! It covers a ton of different scenarios. I can use these exact scripts in some cases, and reading through so many also gave me a good feel for it. If anything comes up that wasn’t covered, I’ll be more confident about improvising.
April 11, 2023
Simple Scripts to Support Your People is a go-to guide for anyone who wants to support their community. This book is essential for all people - as we all go through so many of these moments in life. This book is thoughtful, compassionate, and truly addresses the life's moments we endure. Highly recommend as an essential book for all people!
April 12, 2023
It is hard knowing the best thing to say, when your people need it most. Having this specific resource to help the people you love - or yourself when battling various difficult moments throughout your life. Big or small, this truly allows you to help the people around you heal and learn specific methods in the process. Amazing read!
April 18, 2023
Amazing book!
If you want to be supportive, but can't find the words this book is for you. Jenny and Olivia give loving and supportive things to say to friends experiencing the good, the bad and the ugly.
If you want to be supportive, but can't find the words this book is for you. Jenny and Olivia give loving and supportive things to say to friends experiencing the good, the bad and the ugly.
May 1, 2023
Jenny and Olivia wrote this beautiful guide to supporting your people through good times and bad (like if they're drowning in medical bills OR celebrating a big new job). The scripts are easy to copy and tweak and it's a beautiful reminder that relationships and connection are what it's all about!
July 20, 2023
This is such a great little book to have on the shelf! I’ve been following Olivia’s work for a while now and was so excited to dig in. It’s a really helpful starting point for writing sweet notes to friends in times of need.
April 19, 2023
Perfect for so many occasions!
This book of scripts is perfect for so many people that just don’t know what to say to others. Scrolling through this book, you’ll find many scenarios you’ve likely bumbled through. Now you have a resource like this beautiful book from Olivia and Jenny to help make stronger connections to those around you that you love. What a lovely resource and guide to being a good human!
This book of scripts is perfect for so many people that just don’t know what to say to others. Scrolling through this book, you’ll find many scenarios you’ve likely bumbled through. Now you have a resource like this beautiful book from Olivia and Jenny to help make stronger connections to those around you that you love. What a lovely resource and guide to being a good human!
May 19, 2023
incredibly useful tips
Wow! Such a great guide for so many different scenarios that you, your family, or friends may experience - and what to say to them to show your support and love. I’ll definitely be referring to this for years to come.
Wow! Such a great guide for so many different scenarios that you, your family, or friends may experience - and what to say to them to show your support and love. I’ll definitely be referring to this for years to come.
September 14, 2023
“Swipe files” for real life challenges
So much of our communication happens over text today, even the really important stuff. If you’ve ever received a message from a close friend and not known how to respond, this is a book for you.
Of course you won’t really copy/paste these phrases but they’re a great starting point for where and how to respond to so many situations that women in their 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond will face.
Buy the Kindle version and keep it on your phone for the next time one of these tough announcements comes through your feed or messaging app.
So much of our communication happens over text today, even the really important stuff. If you’ve ever received a message from a close friend and not known how to respond, this is a book for you.
Of course you won’t really copy/paste these phrases but they’re a great starting point for where and how to respond to so many situations that women in their 20s, 30s, 40s and beyond will face.
Buy the Kindle version and keep it on your phone for the next time one of these tough announcements comes through your feed or messaging app.
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