Life Is Unstable

Life is unstable – today I’m a Grief Counselor, plus so much more, but that is not what I aspired to be.  Seventeen years ago I just wanted to put in my work years and retire with that golden pension.  … Read More

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

Any Day We Wish

Any day we wish, we widows can decide to discipline ourselves to take action.  Any day we wish, we can open our mind to new knowledge by reading a good book.  Any day we wish, we can start a new … 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

Music Therapy

Music therapy is about giving voice to your deepest feelings.  Sing about being afraid, about your grief and loneliness.  Let the lyrics of despair and sadness pour out of you. Music therapy makes it possible for you to face your … 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

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