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Within the Darkest Moments, the Seeds of Personal Growth are Sown

By Paula Harris

Sep 01, 2023
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PURPOSE AND MEANING FOR WIDOWS

Losing your partner or spouse is an indescribable pain and shakes the very foundation of your existence. Amid this grief, we are confronted with the fragility of life and the impermanence of our relationships. It is during this vulnerable period that you may find yourself questioning the purpose of your own existence, searching for meaning amidst the grief and chaos.

As you begin to navigate the complexities of grief, you start to tap into your inherent resilience. Often described as “strength,” resilience is the capacity to adapt, bounce back, and grow stronger in the face of adversity. It is through resilience that we slowly emerge from the depths of despair, drawing upon our inner strength to rebuild our lives. In this process, you may discover that “hardiness” is not merely about bouncing back to your previous state but about transcending it. But how?

A newly widowed friend, Jackie, just posted on her Facebook page an image “I am strong, I am tired.” Sh…

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