Beyond the common platitudes, some heartfelt things you can say are:
“I believe in you and know you’ll get through this.”
“You’re so much more than your job. I love you for the wonderful man you are.”
“I’m here for you, no matter what. We’ll get through this together.”
Most importantly, match your actions to your words. Cook his favorite meal, give him extra hugs, and listen without judgment when he needs to vent. Encourage him to take care of himself while job searching.
If the stress and depression persist, gently suggest counseling. Offer to attend a session together to show your support. Remember, you’re a team. With patience and love, you’ll weather this storm. Wishing you both all the best.
You can track your partner phone usage with mSpy, in case you feel that their job loss has affected their behavior negatively.