It can be tough to know what to say to someone after their ex spouse passed away. It's a unique situation. And it's delicate. Are there children left grieving? What was the relationship of the former spouses when one of them passes away? You don't want to say the wrong thing, or come across … [Read more...]
My Ex Died Owing Child Support
Losing a loved one is always a difficult experience. When your ex died owing child support, it can add an extra layer of complexity to the grieving process. If your ex has passed away while still owing child support, it's important to understand what to expect and how to navigate the process. … [Read more...]
When An Ex Spouse Dies With No Will
When my ex spouse died with no will, I found 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
The death of my ex was stunning. I got divorced in my thirties with three kids. And then my ex husband passed away when I was 38. 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. The Death of My Ex Hits … [Read more...]