DEAR ABBY: I’m a 35-year-old man who has always been able to help friends with loss and life changes, until now. For context, I am going through the adoption process with imminent placement. I am in constant contact with my college friends; we all talk almost daily.

One of them just disclosed that she is going through a miscarriage. I am at a loss. I want to be there for her while going through my own process to have kids.

I can’t begin to imagine her feelings of loss and the physical pain. I laid down and cried after she told me, grieving for her and her baby and her husband.

How do I support her? I have no idea how to help her while also following the rules of etiquette. Please help. -- INEPT IN MAINE

DEAR INEPT: You are a compassionate and empathetic person. Your friend’s loss has c

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