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My Husband Died at Age 34. Here are 40 Life Lessons I’ve Learned From It

March 11, 2018

This video is in response to the popularity of an article written just recently and the tremendous response from the media, people and other influencers who spread the message on social media. Thanks to Lindsay Blair, my wonderful husband, CEO of Blair Global Media for putting it together for me. Please enjoy and spread the… Read More My Husband Died at Age 34. Here are 40 Life Lessons I’ve Learned From It

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5 Reasons Why Widows Doubt Their Decisions

February 4, 2018

For young widows (and widowers), making decisions can be nerve-wrecking as you’re used to making decisions with your spouse. Everyday decisions like what to have for dinner, what to get the kids for their birthday or what to wear to the next job interview, all get aired out with your spouse before a final decision… Read More 5 Reasons Why Widows Doubt Their Decisions

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What To Do When Friends Betray You

December 27, 2017

“Like leaves that fall to the ground in autumn, friends fall out of our lives during a change of season”.– Keisha Blair. One of the life lessons I’ve learnt is that some friends are only for a season. During the major transitions in life – this becomes far more evident. Whether its widowhood, divorce… Read More What To Do When Friends Betray You

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4 Ways We Rob Ourselves Of Critical Sleep Time

December 22, 2017

Were all guilty of these four habits (below) and we consistently rob ourselves of critical sleep time and then wonder why we wake up feeling so exhausted. There are days I wake up feeling like a truck just ran me over and then I think – hey, I got 7 hours sleep, so what gives? … Read More 4 Ways We Rob Ourselves Of Critical Sleep Time

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6 Ways To Cope With The Holidays When You’re Grieving

December 22, 2017

The holidays are supposed to be a time of love and cheer, but for those dealing with grief, tragedy and loss, this time of year can be a reminder of what’s missing in our lives. I know those feelings all too well. After losing a loved one, the first Christmas, the first holiday, is especially… Read More 6 Ways To Cope With The Holidays When You’re Grieving

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Young Widows: 5 Top Tips to Start Living Mindfully

December 9, 2017

Living mindfully means observing life in those moments where you find yourself retreating to your head. In the first few weeks and months of widowhood, it is easy to feel stressed out and anxious. Living mindfully is about being non-judgmental towards you and your thoughts. How can you be judgmental towards your thoughts? Sounds strange,… Read More Young Widows: 5 Top Tips to Start Living Mindfully

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4 Simple Tips to Be Fearless NOW

December 9, 2017

Less face it – widowhood is not for the faint of heart. It takes gumption to pick up the pieces, brush yourself off and get the ball rolling again. Have you ever looked around and felt like so many people around you are fearless? Like every time something new or challenging comes their way they… Read More 4 Simple Tips to Be Fearless NOW

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How Travel Teaches Us to Overcome Tragedy and Loss

October 27, 2017

Overcoming grief and tragedy is one of the most difficult things in life. So many people go through experiences like the death of a loved one or child and think they will never be able to have true healing and happiness in life. After my husband passed away, I took a year long sabbatical to… Read More How Travel Teaches Us to Overcome Tragedy and Loss

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Why it’s important that Widows and Single Moms Embrace their Own Path

September 30, 2017

When I became widowed and a single mom at 31, no one else in my peer group was widowed around me. I was an outlier. I later realized I had my own path to follow. I couldn’t look at “Jane” down the street and wish I had the support and natural career progression she had. I… Read More Why it’s important that Widows and Single Moms Embrace their Own Path

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How to Stay Motivated (When you Just Don’t Feel Like it)

September 30, 2017

We’ve all experienced days where we completely lose our motivation. Despite all the moments in life that remind us how great we’re doing, there are others that make us wonder how we’ll ever get to where we want to be. It could have been that project that didn’t quite turn out right at work, or the… Read More How to Stay Motivated (When you Just Don’t Feel Like it)

The Modern Widow

Category: WELLNESS

My Husband Died at Age 34. Here are 40 Life Lessons I’ve Learned From It

5 Reasons Why Widows Doubt Their Decisions

What To Do When Friends Betray You

4 Ways We Rob Ourselves Of Critical Sleep Time

6 Ways To Cope With The Holidays When You’re Grieving

Young Widows: 5 Top Tips to Start Living Mindfully

4 Simple Tips to Be Fearless NOW

How Travel Teaches Us to Overcome Tragedy and Loss

Why it’s important that Widows and Single Moms Embrace their Own Path

How to Stay Motivated (When you Just Don’t Feel Like it)