"Dreaming again isn't betrayal - it's bravery. Your future deserves a voice, too.” - Rebecca Ann

Why Widows Feel Guilty for Wanting More

Let's talk about something tender: the guilt that creeps in when you start to imagine a new dream after loss. For many women navigating their Life 2.0, just thinking about what's next can feel disloyal to what was. "Shouldn't I just be grateful for what I had?" we whisper to ourselves. But here's the truth: your dreams didn't die with your old life. They just went quiet.

Episode 19: Permission to Dream Again - Why It's Okay to Want More

When I Realised I Needed Something New

After 25 years in the home I built with Les, I reached a point where the echoes were louder than the comfort. I felt in my bones: it was time for something new. But oh, the guilt. The tears. The fear of what others might think. But I kept reminding myself - dreaming again isn't betraying the past. It's honouring your future.

Small Ways to Start Dreaming Again

You don't need to overhaul your life to start dreaming again. Try this:

• Write down one thing you've always wanted to do - something just for you.

• Say it out loud. Hearing your own voice speak it is powerful.

• Share it with someone who supports you.

Even one small step toward your dream tells your heart: I haven't forgotten you.

Your Permission Slip

Your life isn't over. It's evolving. And dreaming again? That's not selfish. It's brave. Whether your dream is a new house, a holiday, a business idea, or simply peace - you deserve it.

Join a Community of Dream Builders

If this speaks to your heart, come join us in the free Redesign Your Life Community. You'll meet other brave women learning to dream again, one step at a time.

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