Single Parent Survival Kit

I do not believe that anybody would choose to be a single parent.  There are a few reasons I can think of, death of spouse, divorce or abandonment.  If possible nobody wants that to happen to them.  However, it has happened.  There’s nothing that can be done to change what has past.

 I have to repeat this again.  Remember that there is nothing and nothing can turn back the hands of time.  Learn to accept the facts.  (I’m sorry if the truth hurts but it is what it is) You have only 2 choices.

Choice #1: Keep on thinking about how unfortunate you are, keep on looking back and grief about what you should have done or what you shouldn’t have done.  (YOU KNOW IT DOESN’T CHANGE A THING.)

Choice #2: Learn to accept the truth, be strong, be courageous and move on with life together with your kid/kids.  We can only move on with time, stop looking on the rear mirror of life. 

Be strong for your children for they are one of your greatest sources of PURPOSE to move on.  When you have a define purpose in life, you will work hard to provide for your children.

Do remember you are not fighting this battle alone.  You still have so many other people around you, who are willing to give you support and help in any ways.  You have your family, your friends, your church support group, internet support forums and most importantly, your lovely children.

Time heals all wounds.  However, you are in control of your life and you have the final say on how fast you would like to recover from this major life crisis.  The time to grief is a must, however, do not take too long.  Set a date to move on or for rebirth. 

Once you accepted where you are now, please pamper yourself to a good treat in celebration of a new life born.  There are countless of things you still can do.  Go write a list of things you would love to share with your kids and family.  You still can organize family trips to picnics or to the beach.  Start making new friends and who knows what could happen next.

Remember you are the Master of your life.  Setbacks are meant to make you stronger and treasure the things you have overlooked in life.  Be courageous and strong.  There is nothing you cannot do or overcome.  What is stopping you now?This is a promotional effort for my new ebook, What Is Stopping You Now?

Jimm Yim