Transitioning from "We" to "Me" was the hardest part of my journey.
Widowhood reshaped me, but it also showed me a strength I didn't know I had. Every tear. Every "Why God?" Every "Why me?" moment became fuel for my passion and purpose.
Here's what I wish someone had told me:
You don't lose yourself in grief—you shed old versions and discover new ones.
For years, I was Rudy's wife, a partner in every decision, part of a team. When he passed, I had to learn:
- How to make decisions alone (terrifying at first)
- How to be both mother AND father to four kids
- How to manage finances solo after years of partnership
- How to dream again when my original dreams died with him
But here's the gift hidden in that pain: I found Angelina again.
Not the woman I was before marriage. Not just the widow. But a new version—stronger, clearer, more purposeful. A woman who could turn Fortune 50 project management skills into life transformation frameworks. A woman who could launch a consulting firm, build a real estate portfolio, write a book, and turn pain into something beautiful.
The journey has been life-changing.
To anyone on this path: You are stronger than you think. The pain you're feeling? It's not just breaking you—it's also revealing who you're meant to become. 💪
Question for you: What's ONE thing you've discovered about yourself through a difficult transition?
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