He packed his clothes and went to his parent’s house for Christmas. At first, he said he wanted us all to go with him. But I couldn’t pretend everything was okay to please them anymore. They didn’t understand or even care about the emotional roller coaster that we were on. And I knew my lack of a fake smile would…
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A couple of months ago, after moving, I could barely get out of bed without pain and stiffness. I probably looked like I was 80 years old when I walked – I’m sure even some 80-year-olds looked better than I did. After seeing my doctor, I was ordered to start physical therapy several days a week because my lower back and…
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Authentic: true to one’s own personality, spirit, or character; is sincere and authentic with no pretensions (Source) A couple years after my divorce I embarked on a year plus of working on being more authentic. I had spent far too long following what others wanted that I had lost who I really was and what I really wanted for my life….
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Lust: A strong craving or desire, often of a sexual nature. (Source) – Or – “[A]n unholy desire for the forbidden.” (Source) We often believe the lie that lust or sexual temptation is only a male problem but that’s not the truth. All humans can struggle with these things in different ways… especially women after divorce. When we become aware…
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There are people who like to stay right where they are, in their pain and loss, and wait until things go back to the way they were. I know that’s not you! You’re reading this because you’re ready to get back up on your feet… and move forward after divorce. Or maybe you already have. Staying right where you are would…
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