I posted this on my WhatsApp status: many people miss out on meaningful relationships by not expressing their feelings… they’re too scared to say “hi”, too proud to admit mistakes, too worried to say “I love you”, or too stubborn to say “I miss you”. Sile

You could respond with something empathetic and supportive, acknowledging their feelings while also encouraging them to embrace the lesson. Here’s a suggestion: "I'm really sorry to hear that. It’s tough to look back and think about what could have been. But remember, we all make mistakes and have regrets—what matters is learning from them. Sometimes expressing our feelings can be daunting, but it’s a part of building better connections in the future. If you're comfortable, maybe you could share your feelings with someone else soon. You never know where it might lead!" Update (2024-12-27): You might consider responding with empathy and encouragement. Here’s a suggestion: “I’m really sorry to hear that. It’s tough to lose someone special, especially when we hold back our feelings. But it’s important to remember that every experience teaches us something. Maybe it can help you be more open in future relationships. It's never too late to express how you feel, even if it's just to grow from the experience. Sending you good thoughts as you navigate through this.”