Adjusting to Widowhood

Short and Sweet Summary: When a hint of hope appears on the horizon and you start to wonder how to make widowhood more bearable, consider creating a new reality with the most powerful word you’re probably not even using. The words you use matter. The way you define yourself and others creates your reality. I…

Short and Sweet Summary: If your goal is to send your self-sufficient kids out into the world with ease, it’s never too early to learn these necessary life skills. If you’re still doing these soul-sucking jobs for your kids, it’s time to pass the baton. I have two teenage boys. Thank you in advance for…

Short and Sweet Summary: When you talk to yourself do you use kind, helpful encouraging words? Or do you use unhelpful words like can’t or never? If you’re using harmful words, please remove these words from your vocabulary. STAT. Your well-being depends on it. What words do you use when you talk to yourself? Are…

Short and Sweet Summary: After your spouse dies, your health insurance coverage will most likely change. In addition to all of the other decisions you must make post-death, you’ll need to review these health insurance options available for widows and decide which plan of action is best for you and/or your family’s unique situation. A…

Short and Sweet Summary: Widow fog is real and the lack of concentration that trips you up trying to accomplish simple tasks is not imagined. It’s like your critical thinking skills are on hiatus. But in reality, widow fog is your brain’s way of sheltering you from anything that’s too taxing on your already fragile…