(Whispers From Heaven welcomes guest blogger Camille Johnson of bereaver.com. Thank you, Camille for the article.)

Losing someone you love is a traumatic experience, even if you knew that their time is coming. This loss may make you realize that you have to get the most out of your own life. You may even want to do things that may have made your loved one proud.

You can do many things to improve your life. The important thing Is that you set out a plan to make the necessary improvements. Without having a plan, you may find yourself losing focus, or you may stop doing things that propel you toward your goals.

Increase the Peace at Home

Ideally, your home is a peaceful place where you can relax and rejuvenate. This enables you to work through the grieving process a bit more easily. There are several ways you can do this, so think about which options you may find useful.

• Declutter your space by cleaning out closets and drawers
• Create a space for relaxation, such as a meditation space
• Add green elements, such as houseplants, to each room
• Rearrange spaces to make them feel more open and welcoming
• Eat a healthy diet, and embark on a fitness program

Set Your Plan to Work Toward a Positive Future

Wanting to better yourself for the future is a good idea. Think carefully about the goals you have for your life. Do you want to own a business? Do you want to get a better job? Do you want to have a comfortable retirement?

One thing that may help you to reach those goals is going back to school. It’s possible to do this even if you can’t leave the job you have now. Online schooling enables you to take classes at your own pace. You can still take care of your home and work duties while you improve yourself.

Accredited online schools may offer classes for people pursuing a doctorate, master’s, bachelor's, or associate's degree. Many of these schools offer competitive tuition rates. Ensure the school you want to attend has the degree program you need and is affordable.

Create Mini-Goals

Setting small goals to help you meet your larger goals can make it easier to stay on track. It also enables you to become more organized because you set things up with reminders of how they can help you to reach your goals.

Write out your mini-goals along with the final goal. Seeing your progress along the set path can keep you motivated to continue even if you want to give up. You can even name your goal something that reminds you of your loved one if you’re honoring them with your progress.

Move Forward With Your Life

Moving on after you lose a loved one is a challenge for many, but it’s possible to set a plan that outlines your path.

For some, working with a psychic medium may be beneficial since they might be able to connect with their loved ones. If you think this may be helpful for you, contact a reputable medium in Anchorage, AK, so you know you can trust the results.

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