If you feel at a loss for words, Harris and Marisa Renee Lee, author of Grief is Love, share dos and don'ts to help you find the right thing to say. DON'T say "I can't imagine what you're going ...

When a good friend's loved one passes away, it can be hard to find the right thing to say. NPR readers share words of comfort they've shared with others — or wish they'd heard themselves.

DO say "I don't have the right words." It's OK to acknowledge that you don't know what to say, says Harris. Your friend will understand that it's hard to get the words right.

It can be a scary thing to take the next step in a BFF relationship. But when it works out, it can be amazing, and we love that for you. These quotes about dating your best friend share that journey.

Nice things to say to your best friend over text The best way to do it is to come up with nice words, and there is no better way of doing it than checking out a list of nice things to say to a friend.

DO say "I don't have the right words." It's OK to acknowledge that you don't know what to say, says Harris. Your friend will understand that it's hard to get the words right.