BW 030: Five Mindset Changes that Happen when Your Spouse Dies

Losing a spouse sends you to the edge of the earth.  You may often feel like you’re living in a different reality from everyone else.  Things that used to be important to you may no longer matter as new priorities and interests emerge over time. In episode 30 of the Brave Widow Show we talk about 5 mindset changes that can happen when your spouse dies.   We talk about: ~ Shift in priorities ~ Greater appreciation for life ~ Increased empathy and compassion ~ Acceptance of impermanence ~ Heightened awareness of your own mortality ~ Apathy for things you used to prioritize   Quotes: ~ "All of a sudden when your spouse dies, you realize how many frivolous things that you spent time on, how you might have gotten so worked up about certain things that now you couldn't care less about." ~ "The experience of loss makes you more aware of the value of life and how quickly that can be taken away from us." _____________________________________________________________________________________   The Brave Widow Community is a place where you can connect with other widows, find hope and healing, and begin to dream again for the future.  Learn more at bravewidow.com.     Hey guys, I’m Emily Jones   I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together.  My world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.  With faith, community, and wisdom from others, I’ve been able to find hope, joy, and dream again for the future.  I want to help others do the same, too!   FOLLOW me on SOCIAL: Twitter @brave_widow Instagram @brave_widow Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bravewidow YouTube@bravewidow