New Year, Same You, Extra Kindness: Stepping into 2026 Together
- Jan 5
- 2 min read
Happy New Year, everyone!
We’ve officially blinked, and somehow 2026 is here. While the rest of the world might be shouting about “New Year, New Me” and grueling gym schedules, here at The Widowed Collective, we’re fans of a much gentler approach.
If your only resolution this year is to be kind to yourself and maybe find a few more moments of peace, we think you’re doing it exactly right.
Ditching the Pressure
The start of a year can feel a bit heavy when you’re navigating life after loss. There’s often a pressure to “reset,” but we prefer to think of January as a time for cozying up rather than clearing out. If you spent New Year's Day in your favorite pajamas with a decent cup of tea and a book (or a binge-worthy box set), consider that a win!
Light-heartedness doesn't mean ignoring the hard stuff; it just means giving ourselves permission to enjoy the small, bright spots. Whether it’s the way the frost looks on the trees, a funny meme that actually made you laugh, or finally finding that missing sock, we’re here for all of it.
Finding Your People
One of the best ways to keep things light is to share the load. If you’re looking for a place where people truly "get it", without the need for long explanations, come and hang out with us.
The Chat: Our WhatsApp group is the perfect place for those "middle of the night" thoughts or just a general chinwag. It’s a supportive, private space to connect with others who are walking a similar path.
The Weekly Catch-up: We also host weekly Monday Zoom meetings! These are a great way to see friendly faces and have a real-time chat.
How to Join Us
If you’re ready to dive into the community this year, here is how you can get involved:
Sign Up: To join our WhatsApp group and stay updated, head over to www.thewidowedcollective.com and register your details.
Become a Member: If you’d like to join our weekly Zoom meetings, you can sign up to become a full Widowed Collective Member via the website.
A quick note: To keep our community safe and free from scammers, we don't post our Zoom links publicly. Once you’re a member, all those details will be sent directly to you!
Here’s to a 2026 filled with small joys, gentle days, and the knowledge that you don’t have to do any of this alone.
