Third Wednesday of Month (FMM) - Peer-Led Support Topic Meeting - December

Our topic this month is: "Finding Peace"

How can we help one another "Find Peace"?

The notion of finding peace after losing our life partners might sound impossible, yet it's essential to our emotional and physical well-being.

It's important to understand that Peace does not depend on the absence of sadness and pain. In fact, they can and do co-exist. The first moments may be small, but it's important to seek them out and become aware of them.

Join us this month. Together, we will explore ways to seek peace with support and shared strategies.

The Topic committee suggests listening to Dawn's Video HERE.

The Topic committee suggests reading these articles:

Finding Peace of Mind: 6 Steps Toward Lasting Serenity

Accepting the Loss of a Loved One and Finding Peace Again

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