"I create space for healing, welcoming lightness and peace into my life.” - Rebecca Ann

Introduction:

If you're reading this, you might be in a place where you're ready to start creating space for healing. While it can feel challenging, this process opens the door to new pathways in life. Letting go of our late husband's belongings - the "stuff" that once brought joy, love, and meaning - might feel like one of the hardest steps. But here's the truth: creating space for healing isn't about erasing memories; it's about making room for new energy, lightness, and peace.

Episode 9: Creating Space for Healing - Letting Go of the "Stuff"

Why Creating Space for Healing Matters

When we're surrounded by items tied to cherished memories, it's easy to feel stuck. 

These belongings often:

• Provide comfort but also carry emotional weight.

• Keep us rooted in the past, making it harder to move forward. 

By letting go of what no longer serves us, we can:

• Honor both our past and future selves.

• Recognize that memories live in our hearts, not in objects. 

• Make room for clarity, growth, and emotional freedom.

My Personal Story of Creating Space for Healing

For me, one of the hardest items to release was my late husband's favourite fishing jacket. It reminded me of all our adventures, but it also brought a sense of heaviness every time I saw it. 

When I finally let it go, I realized:

• Releasing it didn't mean losing the memories - they remained in my heart. 

• Letting go allowed me to feel lighter and welcome new energy into my life.

Life's Awkward and Hilarious Moments

Ever catch yourself chatting with your late partner while driving, only to realize someone's giving you that "what are you doing?" look? Or find yourself breaking down over a leaky tap with the plumber as you unexpected audience? These moments remind us that while widowhood is challenging, it's also filled with raw human humor.

How to Begin Creating Space for Healing

Starting this journey doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Here are some simple steps to help:

Start small:

Choose items with less emotional weight, like a book or mug. 

Go slow:

Focus on one item a day or even one item a week. 

Sections

Remember, this isn't about forgetting; it's about creating room for new possibilities.

Trust the Process of Creating Space for Healing

This is a journey of compassion for yourself. You're not erasing the past - you're building a foundation for the future. Each step you take toward releasing the "stuff" brings:

• Peace and lightness to your surroundings. 

• Room for hope and new memories.

Final Thoughts

Creating space for healing is one of the most loving gifts you can give yourself. You deserve a life that feels light and open, filled with clarity and calm. Trust yourself and the process - you're making room for the next chapter of your journey.

This Weeks Actionable Step

Take one small action today - identify a single item that you're ready to let go of and honor it by saying goodbye. You'll be amazed at the new energy and sense of calm this simple act can bring. 

Resources I Know You'll Love

Resource #1 | Redesign Your Life Membership Program - a transformative, supportive community designed specifically for women navigating life after loss. This is a private podcast, a space for growth, healing and transformation. You receive exclusive audio workshops and special episodes where we dive deeper into the 10 pillars of widowhood, including emotional wellbeing, financial stability, rediscovering identity, and more. Each workshop (6-7 episodes) is paced with actionable tools, compassionate guidance, and strategies to help you release what no longer serves you and redesign your life with hope and purpose.

Resource #2 | Widow Warrior Wear - Widow wear designed just for widows in this season of life. Our shop celebrates the strength and humor of widows with sassy slogans and empowering designs. Laugh, love, and wear your warrior spirit proudly as you journey through grief and re-design your life!

Resource #3 |Widow Wellness Kit- My Widow Wellness Kit is filled with handpicked products I've personally tried and tested as a widow navigating grief and healing. Each item has been chosen to help release stress, promote relaxation, and create moments of calm, offering practical tools I've found invaluable on my own journey - and now I'm sharing them with you.