12 Part Series on Self-Care

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This is a 12 part series on widows claiming their inner power and learning self-care so they can be strong as they travel their new path.

Part Twelve – Widows and Self-Care

This is the last part so I’m going to just highlight a couple of important points. There are many different ways to use your journal. Write your past, present and future vision. Write about your thoughts, dreams, feelings and relationships to others. Another way is to write letters addressed to yourself in your journal – … Continue Reading

March 14th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

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Part Eleven – Widows and Self-Care

Our culture values thinking with our heads based on our experiences, knowledge and education. But to honor our self-care we have to get in touch with our feelings. Maybe the most sensible way of doing things is not in your best interest because it follows the priorities of others instead of what you feel like … Continue Reading

March 13th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

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Part Ten – Widows and Self-Care

It is a lot easier to share with others when you have lots but as a widow you may be low on finances and energy. Instead of holding back this is the time to reach out to others who are less fortunate than you are. Being of service and offering your support to those in … Continue Reading

March 12th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

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Part Nine – Widows and Self-Care

For some a spiritual life is a religious role within a church community and for others it is a sense of peace that comes from spending time in nature, meditation or different spiritual practices. “Spiritual well-being” means different things to different people but there is no denying that most people want to feel connected to … Continue Reading

March 11th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

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Part Eight – Widows and Self-Care

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March 10th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

Most widows struggle to experience even a little fun and adventure in their lives.  Fun is a necessary part of self-care and has a positive impact on your health and well-being. Building fun into your life on a regular basis will help you to take life less seriously.  There are still lots of memories to … Continue Reading

Part Seven – Widows and Self-Care

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March 9th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

You need to share your life with people who care about you because relationships are an important part of your self-care.  They shape who you are and add meaning to your life. We all need to belong, be part of a community and feel like we add value to others.  When we are grieving, it’s … Continue Reading

Part Six – Widows and Self-Care

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March 8th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, Widow Stories, by

It’s easy not to pay attention to our emotional and physical health when we are grieving until there is a problem and then it’s too late. We need to take care of ourselves because consistent stress will make us sick.  It’s not until a diagnosis of illness that we start paying attention to our own … Continue Reading

Part Five – Widows and Self-Care

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March 7th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

You have written your life story up to this point in time.  Now, you need to take a closer look at how you are living your life at this present moment. Life is made up of many parts and no one part is more or less important than another.  The key to a balanced life … Continue Reading

Part Four – Widows and Self-Care

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March 6th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

Ok – Now it gets a little bit harder. I want you to take your journal out and write your life story. This is a very powerful exercise of learning who you are as a person and where you came from. Writing the details of your life will help you understand that the choices you’ve … Continue Reading

Part Three – Widows and Self-Care

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March 5th, 2012, In 12 Part Series on Self-Care, Widow Blogs by Mary Francis, by

The very first thing I want you to do is get yourself a journal or notebook. Make sure that you love its size, color and design so that you will feel comfortable putting your most precious thoughts in it. Pick one that gives you lots of space to write and that is easy to carry … Continue Reading