First, willpower is definitely overrated and it’s a myth that you just need a little more willpower and you can do anything. Not only is it overrated, it can lead to great disappointments because willpower is fueled by our emotions. … Read More
As a widow you need to tell the truth about your emotions and you have to allow yourself to feel your grief. No matter how painful it may be, the first and best way to grieve is to allow yourself … Read More
If you have no peace, nothing is right and life is unsettled. Watch the animals, when nothing works for them, they curl up or stretch out and just surrender to the moment. Most widows, on the other hand, rest in … Read More
As a widow, life is forever changed and we often need some help to rebalance our life. Sure we know that we need to try new things but if the task is too hard we get tired and frustrated, and … Read More
Widows forget to dream, they lose their sense of joy when their loved one is gone. What you have to learn is that you deserve all the good things in life! Your dreams deserve another try. It’s easy to blame … Read More
Widows don’t have the energy it takes to deal with unpleasant people and their thoughtless comments. Here are some strategies to help you lessen the impact that their behavior has on your life: Limit your exposure to their nasty behaviour. … Read More
Widows can do less, have less, read and grow less. Be less disciplined and lead less of a life or widows can become all that they can be. Read everything, earn more, give and share as much as they can … Read More
Widows need to protect themselves from people and things that drain their emotional energy. While grieving we have precious little energy and cannot afford to lose anymore. 1. The first energy drain is other people’s expectations for you. The answer … Read More
As a widow you may be thinking that you can persuade others to behave differently. But to have any hope at all, you have to see things through their eyes – putting yourself in their position. When grieving it’s hard … Read More
Some widows find peace of mind from a belief in a higher power. When you believe in something more powerful then life and act in accordance with that belief, you tend to feel less helpless and more hopeful. There is … Read More