That’s a powerful and honest opening—raw with emotion, and it sets the tone with grace. If you’re sharing heartbreaking news, here’s a gently refined version that keeps your voice while offering clarity and compassion:

That’s a powerful and honest opening—raw with emotion, and it sets the tone with grace. If you’re sharing heartbreaking news, here’s a gently refined version that keeps your voice while offering clarity and compassion:

I wish there were a way to adequately preface this news—but for many of you, the shock has already settled in.

Yes, it’s true. My heart is broken.
And I’m so sorry for every heart that will break reading this now.