When an ex spouse dies with no will, the process of distributing their assets and property can become complicated. A will is a legal document that outlines how a person's assets and property should be distributed after their death. Without a will, the distribution of assets and property is … [Read more...]
Social Security Survivor Benefits After an Ex-Spouse Dies
When an ex-spouse dies, you may be entitled to social security survivor benefits. However, there are certain requirements that must be met in order for you to be eligible for these benefits. Social Security Survivor Benefits If you were married for 10 years or longer and your ex-spouse was … [Read more...]
The Famous Divorced Couples Who Lost Their Exes
Meet some most notable famous divorced couples who tragically lost their exes and left young children to raise behind! Divorce can be a difficult and painful experience for all parties involved, especially for young children. The loss of a parent through death can add an additional layer of … [Read more...]
How Joining a Support Group for Widows Can Help You Cope With Loss of an Ex-Spouse or Partner
Connecting with others through a widows' support group as you grieve the passing of your ex-partner or ex-spouse can significantly reduce the burden of loss and mourning. Can You Join a Widows Support Group? Losing a beloved ex-partner or ex-spouse is one of life's most difficult … [Read more...]
Coping With the Death of an Ex
Coping with the death of an ex can be an emotionally difficult task. Unfortunately, it's not a situation many of us are prepared for. Here, I'll discuss strategies to cope with the death of an ex from funeral etiquette to getting help to put yourself back on a path towards healing. Acknowledge … [Read more...]
Types of Trauma
There are many types of trauma someone might experience including: Often these will get grouped into three main types of trauma. Benefits of Therapy After you experience trauma it can be painful. It is hard to carry it. It is hard to feel that something has been taken away from … [Read more...]
PTSD Treatments
PTSD treatments are available for anyone suffering from post traumatic stress disorder. Whether it was a one time event or trauma experienced over the course of years, PTSD is a type of anxiety disorder that manifests through symptoms like shock, panic attacks, insomnia and can greatly affect your … [Read more...]
Four Years
I got divorced in my thirties with three kids. And then my ex husband passed away. It's been four years since he passed away from complications of Type 1 diabetes and Addison's disease. He was 40. I was 38. We had good years. But our marriage was also extremely difficult. And after our … [Read more...]
Dealing With Narcissism Like A Game…Hunger Games!
“Dealing with a narcissist is like being in the Hunger Games. It’s the same game, just every hour brings a new challenge.” Bring On The Game Have you ever felt like you're in the Hunger Games when Katniss and Peeta find out that the Hunger Games is just in one giant spinning arena? That each strike … [Read more...]
Family Friendly Pride Month Ideas
Family friendly pride month ideas that will help you teach acceptance, love and unity with your children and family! What Is Pride Month? June is pride month in the LGBTQ+ community. The federal government also instituted Juneteenth in 2021, which celebrates the emancipation of enslaved … [Read more...]