Young Widows - Peer-Led Support Topic Meeting (Held the Third Wednesday of Month) - June
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🗓️ Update: Peer-Led Topic Meeting for Young Widows
Our monthly Peer-Led Topic Meeting—created with younger widows in mind—now meets on the third Wednesday of each month.
Come Join Us! You decide if this circle feels right for you. We'd be honored to have you join!
Peer Led Support Topic Meetings
Join fellow widows in a safe, supportive space to explore a monthly theme together. Led by peers who understand the journey, these meetings offer connection, shared wisdom, and practical tools for healing and growth.
Whether you're newly widowed or years into your path, this is a place to feel seen, heard, and supported.
Our topic this month is: "Part II: Creating a Connected Life"
Last month, we began our two‑part series on Overcoming Loneliness, and we closed our peer‑led topic meetings with a simple but powerful reflection:
“In an attempt to be less lonely, I will try to ______________.”
This month, in Part II, we turn toward the healing power of social connection --how it can help you create a life that feels more supported, more held, and more connected. At The W Connection, we know that Showing Up and Taking Small Steps matters.
Former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy describes three “Circles of Connection” --our acquaintances, our casual friends, and our closest confidantes --and notes that strong emotional bonds grow through honest communication.
This month, we’ll explore how nurture these circles of connections by:
- Honoring the connections we already have
- Recognizing when we need new build connections
- Learning how to intentionally create a connected life
Together, we continue moving from loneliness toward belonging.
Our Topic Committee suggest listening to Dawn's Video
The Topic committee suggests reading these articles:
- Friendships: Enrich your life and improve your health
- Are We Collecting Friends or Building Friendships?
- The Importance of Friends
Co-Leaders: Anjalee, Laura & Michelle
"Being a GEM volunteer allows me to return and share the kindness, support, and encouragement that other widows may need. I sincerely wish that every widow can find happiness again.".
Anjalee Dave: Zooming in from Queens, NY
About me: I am a mother, physician, widow, wife and a different woman.
Interests: I was a part of W Connection during its infancy, 13 years ago. The organization and women I met, were crucial to my ability to build a new life. This inspiration, sense of community and support has been with me since.
Works well with: Young widows. I was 37 when my husband died of cancer and our son was almost two. The path to creating my present life was challenging but I can proudly say that I am genuinely happy and fulfilled once again.
Year of loss : 2010
"The support of other widows was a lifeline for me when I lost my husband; as a "GEM volunteer, it is my goal to now be a source of hope and encouragement to other widows new on this journey."
Laura Fallon: Zooming in from Souteast Florida
About Me: Registered Nurse in Neonatal Intensive care, but I loved being a stay-at-home mom to two daugters.
Interests: Yoga, boating and even some golf. I recently joined a crossfit gym.
Works well with: Young Widows. I was suddenly widowed 2 months before my 40th birthday.
Year of loss: 2001, when my daughters were 8 and 11 years old.
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