Let’s be honest…there’s nothing quite as lonely as the silent loneliness that comes after a divorce.
Especially when you spent years giving everything to your husband and kids…
Somewhere along the way your needs got put on the back burner, and you lost touch with your friends.
In this episode of Dear Suzanne…
A woman shares how gave up her life in New York to move south to another state for her husband.
She dedicated almost 30 years to her family. And a month after their last child moved out…
Her husband left.
Now she’s alone and struggling with the loneliness…wondering if she should move back to New York.
If you’re going through the same thing, please know you’re not alone.
Watch the short video above for my full take and how I coach her through it. Then keep reading for more on why this happens and how to move forward in life.
Why Loneliness After Divorce Hits So Hard
Divorce isn’t just the end of your marriage. It’s often the end of your life as you knew it.
For years, your days revolved around your husband and children. Your time, your energy, and your heart were poured into family and rightfully so, because you love them.
So when your marriage ends and the kids move out, you’re not just grieving the end of your marriage. You’re facing a quiet house and a life that suddenly feels empty and lonely.
And here’s the part you don’t see coming…
Somewhere along the way, your own friendships quietly faded away.
Not because you stopped caring, but because you were so busy taking care of everyone else.
It’s Never Too Late to Make New Friends
Here’s what I want you to know…
It is never too late to rebuild your friendships after a relationship ends…
I’ve had to start over myself. I know the panic of looking around one day and wondering where all my friends went.
But I also know you can build a whole new circle of friends at any age.
It just takes one small step at a time.
Start by reaching back out to the friends you’ve lost touch with.
One by one.
I promise, they’ll be so happy to hear from you.
Not sure where to start
making new friends after divorce?
My free eBook walks you through 3 simple steps…
from that first hello to a real friendship.
Put Yourself Out There and Do What You Love
Once you begin to reconnect with old friends, the next step is to start making new friends.
And the easiest way to do that is to put yourself out there…doing things you already love.
Take the art class you’ve always wanted to try.
Join a walking group.
Sign up for that book club.
Or anything that sparks your interest.
Because when you do things you love, you naturally meet people who love them too. And that’s exactly where new connections and friendships begin.
Just go with an open heart, and talk to one person. And that one person may become a new friend.
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
Here’s what I want you to hold onto…
Loneliness after divorce is real, but it doesn’t have to last forever.
With each small step, you feel less lonely.
And with a little courage, you’ll create a life filled with genuine friendships and connection again.
I’m Suzanne Oshima, a Life Coach for Women Over 50, and I coach women to navigate life transitions like divorce, empty nest, retirement and aging parents. If you’ve been feeling all alone on this midlife journey, reach out. Â
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