The Strength to Decide

The Strength to Decide

“It does not take much strength to do things, but it requires a great deal of strength to decide what to do.” ― Elbert Hubbard Popular wisdom states that we shouldn’t make important, life-changing, decisions during the first year after a major loss. Sometimes, however, doing so is impossible and decisions have to be made. Lean on … Read More

Moving Forward on Your Own: Decisions in the First Year

Moving Forward on Your Own: Decisions in the First Year

When I worked as an investment advisor, one thing that I saw widows struggle with after their spouse or partner passed way, was the realization that now they were on their own. I don’t want to imply that the surviving spouse was helpless at managing the financial affairs.  Not at all. In fact, with the majority … Read More

Wherever you are, that’s where you don’t want to be.

Wherever you are, that’s where you don’t want to be.

When tragedy first strikes, there seems to be a disconnect between our physical selves and our emotional selves.  Terri noticed this within days after Jon’s funeral. When she was home, the quiet closed in on her and she wanted out. If she went to the mall or a coffee shop, there were too many people … Read More

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