I’ve tried to. I’m not sure how good a job I’m doing, but he seems to be okay with whatever he’s feeling at the moment.
And to everyone else: Thank you for sharing your stories and encouraging me to just be there for my husband. I’m pretty sure he’s handling things internally as well as he can and if I just give him enough time (and listen and empathize), than I’m positive he’ll come through this alright. Surely, that’s the key.
People deal with grief in their own way, and it usually takes a bit of time. Just support him and as long as it doesn’t interfer in his life in a major way (like he takes to his bed and won’t leave), give it time.