Until Death Do Us Part: Losing a Spouse Three to Six months after loss
By now most of the big stuff is probably done. The thank you notes have been written and mailed. The marker or head stone has been placed or you’ve found a place for the urn. You’ve probably filed for the life insurance, and perhaps you’ve even begun to clean out his closet.
You may be wondering, what have I missed?
- Have you changed the titles to the car?
- Put the deed to the home in your name?
- Have you changed the utilities and cable service into your name?
- Is your medical power of attorney up to date?
- Have you updated your estate plan or will?
- Have you spoken to an accountant or tax expert about any tax consequences associated with gifts you have made or increased allocations from IRA or investments?
How about you? What are you doing to take care of you?
- Are you up-to-date with your health and dental care?
- Are you eating well?
- Are you learning to cook or have you gotten someone to mow the lawn?
- Have you had lunch or dinner with a friend?
- Have you done something fun? A movie? Golf? A ballgame?
Scientists tell us there is a hand/mind connection. Doing things with our hands actually increases our sense of well-being. Even simple chores such as washing the dishes, preparing your meal, or even making your bed help to provide purpose and a natural routine. Why not step outside of your box and try something creative that you used to enjoy doing or have thought about trying? Don’t discount the value of a craft, woodworking or art project.
Finally, see people. Human contact is vital to your new normal. If your friends and family aren’t calling you, then call them. Look for a movie you would like to see, a museum you would like to visit, or a restaurant you would like to try and ask someone to join you.
Leads:
Have you changed the titles to your car? Click the link and find out what else you might need to do if your spouse has recently passed.
Don’t underestimate the importance of human contact after the passing of a spouse. Read this week’s blog and find out what else can help ease the pain.
Have you updated your estate plan or will? Follow the link to read about what else you might need to do if your spouse has recently passed.
Don’t discount the value of a craft, woodworking or art project after the passing of a spouse. Read this week’s blog to find out what other activities can help start the process of healing.
Are you eating well? You can’t forget to take care of yourself after the passing of your spouse. Follow the link to our blog to make sure you’re keeping up with your self care.
Doing simple chores can help to provide purpose and a natural routine. Click the link to find out how else you can start the healing process after the death of a spouse.
You’ve probably filed for life insurance, but what else might you be missing? Read this week’s blog to determine what else you may need to do if your spouse has just passed away.
