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

Our topic this month is: "Understanding and Leveraging Our Character Strengths"

Researchers have recently determined the 24 different character strengths that we each possess--in varying degrees.  As we navigate widowhood, we might not realize how much we rely on these character strengths as we try to move forward. Have you ever taken a serious inner look at your own individual character strengths?

In this month's Topic Meetings, our facilitators will share this research, so that you can better understand your own character strengths and explore how best to leverage them.

In preparation for these meetings, our Topic Committee volunteers suggest that you bring paper and pen to the meetings.

For this topic, we will discuss the material in the meeting and  you can listen to Dawn's Video on the topic, here

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