Third Wednesday of Month (FMM) - Peer-Led Support Topic Meeting - October
Description
Our topic this month is: "Continuing Bonds: Finding our New Self-Balance"
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GEM VOLUNTEER, Aliza Marlin finding her Self-Balance. |
Our goal for our peer-led support topic meeting is for everyone to find their own unique Self-Balance. We hear so often that widows simply want their lives to return to what they once were with their partners. The challenge lies in keeping our beautiful memories PRESENT while courageously exploring NEW POSSIBILITES. This month, we explore how we find the strength and courage to rebuild, recreate, and reimagine without our loved ones’ physical presence. And how do we keep these bonds present as we hope to create new and promising possibilities for our futures? |
The Topic committee suggests listening to Dawn's Video Here:
The Topic committee suggests reading these articles:
16 Tips for Continuing Bonds with People We've Lost
Continuing Bonds: Shifting the Grief Paradigm
Assimilation and Integration of Grief
Co-Leaders: Mary, Ilene & Michelle
Mary Smith zooming in from Rockville Center, NY
About me: I am a lifelong learner -- a perfect match as an educator and former corporate mainstay. As an active member of my local community, you can find me volunteering as a literacy coach, working with English language learners, keeping up to date on current events, or attending art lectures. Or you might find me at a favorite rock concert singing the night away.
Interests: music, traveling, socializing, volunteering
Works well with: retired career widows, widows with grown children, and caregivers
Ilene Frisher zooming in from Bayville, NY
About me: I have 2 grandchildren that fill my heart with joy! I am also a retired Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Educator, active volunteer for The W connection and MJHS hospice. I’ve been blessed with a wonderful family and wonderful friends, some of whom I met through the W connection.
Interests: Travel, theater, golf, kayaking and I recently entered into a new loving relationship.
Works well with: widows hoping to create new lives, new friendships, and new relationships.
Year of Loss: 2014
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