Second Tuesday of Month (STM) - Peer-Led Support Topic Meeting

Our topic this month is:  "Creating a Connected Life"

We know that a connected life is a critical part of rebuilding our lives--providing a network of support, understanding, and valuable friendships.

We will start these meetings with an introduction about the three "circles of connection." These circles are not fixed or mutually exclusive. People move in and out of them at different times, depending on a variety of circumstances. And they all play a vital role in our social health.

The Inner Circle, representing our strongest bonds, our confidantes,

The Middle Circle, representing our more casual friends,

The Outer Circle, representing our acquaintances.

This is an essential, not-to-be-missed topic for our community. We know first-hand how our rebuilding journeys are enhanced by caring social connection.

This connectedness enables us to think about the future and move forward. We really hope you join us this month as we discuss our current connections, the need for new connections, and how we can create a satisfying connected life.

Our Topic Committee volunteers suggest reading the following:

Are you Just "Collecting Friends" or Building Relationships?

The Importance of Friends by Abigail Brenner MD i Psychology Today

Friendships: Enrich Your Life and Improve Your Health from MAYO CLINIC

In preparation for these meetings, click here to watch Dawn's video.

Co-Leaders:  Gaby & Nana & Terri

Gabriella Major zooming in from New York, NY

About me: I was born in Hungary. As a teenager, together with my parents, we fled to the US without any knowledge of English and with
only the clothes on our backs. I got married right out of high school, and while raising 4 children I went back to school to get my BA and Master's degree in counseling. Four years after my first husband died, I had a second chance at love.

Interests: Volunteering for things I am passionate about; I am a docent at the Museum of Jewish Heritage, and an active volunteer at the W Connection.
Works well with: Retired career women.

Year of First Loss: 2002

Year of Second Loss: 2012.

Nana Goldberg zooming in from Philadelphia, PA

About me: Retail has been my career ever since high school. I was fortunate to work in my family's Army and Navy store, I. Goldberg, for forty years. I have a young adult son, and a very vocal black cat and a great sense of humor.

Interests: I practice Mindfulness, enjoy watching professional and college sports, exploring new recipes, and learning about interior design.

Works well with: widows with young children, widows with children at home, people who are honest, curious and practice the attitude of gratitude.

Year of Loss: 2007, when my son was 12 years old.

Terri Herring zooming in from Bucks County, PA

About me:  I'm a summer camp director (2nd career).  My first career was in the retail women's apparel business. I have three grown children & two young grandkids. I have a black Lab and just downsized my house. 

Interests: the arts: painting & ceramics, gardening, walking and I’m trying to learn Spanish

Works well with: empty nesters and working moms.

Year of Loss: 2018