I am leaving my husband after 27 years of marriage and facing retirement this summer. I am finding it hard to deal with life changes and fasting. My health is good but the weight needs to go, slightly high BP and cholesterol although diet healthy and non drinker. Stupidly I know I will probably be more successful at dieting when I am on my own, less stress. Don ‘t get me wrong, he can also be supportive about my working life and has been a good father to our two children, now grown up. Our personal partnership has been a vacuum that neither of us have taken positive steps to rectify. Easier to bury your head in the sand and focus on work and family.
This will be the first time in my life( age 58) that I have lived alone, I have always cared for relatives and children. I do lots of activities and exercise and have many friends but I am not used to returning to an empty house. I don’t mind admitting that I find he prospect both exciting and scary. I cannot imagine having to make decisions just for myself.

Anyone else out there in my boat and happy to share their thoughts and suggestions?

Thanks Angie,
Appreciate your comments. Keeping a stiff upper lip and looking into meditation( mindfulness) which is the current positive health message. Stressful times for many people. We are our own worst enemies sometimes, the human race. I am planning to slow down and limit the ‘to do ‘ list that has ruled my life. Luckily I am a yoga enthusiast which is very beneficial.

Hi Angie, how terrible! I love animals of all kinds. What a horrible experience. I lost a guinea pig and rabbit left in a run overnight once so I know how you feel. It was my responsibility to put them in their cage overnight. One time I forgot, typical. A pregnant guinea pig survived and had her babies thank goodness. I never forgot that guilt. Thinking if you now. Love jojo