Love Finds a Way: A Widowhood Guide to Dating Again

SARASOTA, Fla. - July 6, 2023 - PRLog -- Navigating the world of dating can be an intimidating endeavor, and for widows, the challenge is uniquely daunting. Recent statistics reveal that a significant number of widows actively desire to find love again but often find themselves at a loss for where to begin.  Widowhood coach Marie Scott knows all too well the complexities of navigating grief and dating after loss.

"It was about a year and a half after my husband Dave died (after 30 years together!) that I decided to think about finding a partner to share adventures with, cook dinner for, share affection with, and perhaps even find someone to love again.  I just didn't know where to start and how to keep myself safe." -Marie Scott

Marie went on to not only begin dating again, but she found her next great love.  She now coaches widows on how to live well, laugh more, and perhaps even find love again.

Here are Marie's top three tips to getting back out into the dating world safely:

1. Join a Meetup Group: this is what I did when I first came to the great city of Sarasota. Meetup groups are a great way to connect with like-minded individuals who are also seeking companionship. I have coached many widows on how to get back out there safely, and this is the first tip I recommend to all my coaching clients. Join meetup groups that reflect things you enjoy, like walking, visiting parks, hiking, bowling - you name it - there's a meetup group that probably exists.  Want to learn more about how I navigated social situations as a new widow?  Grab a signed copy of my book here.

2. Take Care of Yourself and Rebuild Confidence: Marie can't stress enough the significance of self-care and rebuilding confidence after loss. Her health transformation from fat and unhealthy to fit and healthy began by changing her food preferences. She also embraced mindfulness practices which helped her go through her personal grief journey. She prioritized her well-being which boosted her self esteem and got her smile back. Marie states,

"It scared the heck out of me because it had been 30 years since I dated, and all the years Dave and I were together it was unconditional love, skinny, fat, long hair, short hair, makeup, no makeup, heels and suits or sweatpants or sneakers, it didn't matter. Now, I was thinking about my appearance a lot! I believe we are meant to be social animals and not be alone!  When I began healing myself, my smile came back, my heart opened, and in walked the second love of my life."

Looking for private health coaching as you navigate loss?  It is available here.

3. Network with Friends: Leverage your personal networks and connections when venturing into the dating world. Approach your friends and acquaintances for introductions to potential exciting matches. This provides a safer and more trustworthy avenue for meeting new people.

"The power of connection and community cannot be understated.  Finding like-minded people who are committed to healing and supporting each other was one of the most important decisions I ever made."

To learn more about Marie's powerful connection retreats, connect with her here.

Want to learn more about dating safely?  Download the full report of the top ten dating tips from www.mariescottwellness.com. Stay tuned for some exciting news about a Dating Bootcamp!