Try Something New
From one widow to another, “Never be afraid to try something new”. We are tempted to give up because grieving takes all our energy. Don’t let it!! As a widow it took me a very long time to give myself … Read More
Excessive Worry
Many widows suffer from excessive worry, but fortunately there are some programs/systems/tips to help them. Cognitive-behavioral therapy: with the assistance of a professional, widows identify their specific worries and learn how to replace them with more supportive thoughts. Whether you … Read More
Feelings of Frustration
The feelings of frustration, of not knowing what to do next, having no sense of control and feeling guilty because your still here and yet they are gone – does this all sound familiar to you? Slowly I hope you … Read More
Friends Improve Life
It’s no surprise that researchers have found that social activities are a significant part of our overall health. In fact frequent contact with friends and weekly group activities are comparable to regular exercise and there is no doubt that friends … Read More
Successful Grieving
What is successful grieving? For me it’s understanding that grief isn’t about getting over your loss, it’s about learning to live with it. It’s about knowing that we may experience anger, depression and denial, or we may not. That embracing … Read More
Widow Advantage
There is a widow advantage, but it’s hard to see the future or any advantage. All change starts with me being honest with myself. Why am I here today? I need too want more out of my life. How long … Read More
Questions Widows Ask
There are many questions widows ask and they often struggle to find answers. Please know that as a widow I understand why you are asking and also why you need answers. How do I come to terms with the way … Read More
Clearing Clutter
Clearing clutter isn’t just a benefit to widows – everyone should declutter and honor their space. Chaos in our lives hampers our ability to focus. For widows who often suffer from “widow fog” clutter only adds to our stress. Paper … Read More
Is It Time To Move?
When Is It Time To Move? As a widow ages, she may want to remain in her own home because of her memories. But for many, their declining health or finances may make that impossible. Moving from the home you … Read More
Your Aim In Life
What’s your aim in life? How would you like the story of your life to go? What would you like to be able to say about your life after it’s too late to do anything about it? If you were … Read More