Could Your Best Days Be Ahead (Not Behind) You?

​When I suddenly became a widow at 45 years old, I feared my best days were behind me. I had 24 beautiful years with my late husband, Brad. We met in our twenties, got married, bought a house, chased careers dreams, traveled and adventured together. Our future was bright with so many plans. But that was suddenly cut short, and I felt stunned, cheated and unable to fathom how life could go on with any type of happiness or joy.

Over time and with the right support, I learned that life does go on and some of my best days could still be ahead of me. Understanding this did not diminish the happy memories and days spent with Brad, but it did open the possibility of a future that still made me happy.

Here’s what I’ve learned on my journey, and what I want to share with you:

1. Redefining “Best Days”
Your best days after loss won’t look exactly like the ones you shared with your spouse and that’s okay. They’ll be different, but they can still be filled with meaning, joy, and connection. By redefining what “best” means, you open yourself to the possibility of finding new sources of happiness while still honoring your past.

2. The Power of Small Steps
Healing doesn’t happen all at once. It’s a gradual process of taking small, intentional steps forward. Whether it’s reconnecting with an old passion, spending time with loved ones, or simply allowing yourself to feel moments of peace, each step brings you closer to a brighter tomorrow. The small steps add up, even if it doesn’t feel like it right away.

3. Honoring Your Loved One by Living Fully
Your spouse’s love will always be a part of you. One of the most meaningful ways to honor that love is by choosing to live fully again. That doesn’t mean leaving them behind; it means carrying their memory with you as you create new experiences and embrace life’s possibilities.

4. Building a New Chapter
Grief can make you feel stuck, but it also presents an opportunity to grow. You’re stronger than you think, and as you work through the pain, you have the chance to build a new chapter filled with purpose, hope, and even joy. This chapter isn’t about replacing the life you had—it’s about creating something meaningful and uniquely yours.

5. Seeking Support and Connection
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Whether through friends, family, support groups, or coaching, connecting with others who understand your pain can provide the encouragement and tools you need to move forward. Surround yourself with people who uplift and support you as you rebuild.

6. Believing in Possibilities
It’s natural to feel fear and uncertainty about the future. But I encourage you to believe in the possibilities that lie ahead. The best days of your life may not look like you expected, but they can still bring love, fulfillment, and joy.

Your Journey Starts Here
As a widow, you may feel like your story ended the day your spouse passed away, but it didn’t. Your story is still being written, and the next chapter has the potential to be filled with beauty and meaning. If you’re ready to take that first step, my program Building Strength to Thrive is designed to help you break free from grief and create a brighter tomorrow.
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Click Here to learn more and chose to discover a future that you will love.