Love After Loss Embracing Life Again

<p>In this episode of True Love Knots, Maria talks about returning to the dating world as a widow or widower. She will also share her thoughts and observations on the difference between men and women in terms of love and relationship. Stay tuned to learn more!</p> <p><strong>Standout Quotes:</strong></p> <p>●     “When you get into a relationship, know what you want. And you need to make sure you have been healing from your past relationship. “</p> <p>●     “When you get back there in the dating world, and you are a widow, realize that you might not find the same type of relationship you had before. But that doesn&#39;t mean you can&#39;t have that. It just means it takes a little time to build up that trust, build up that commitment, and feel secure so that the other person feels secure as well.”</p> <p>●     “When you&#39;re in a relationship, married, or living with somebody, you live longer because you&#39;re healthier and you&#39;re happier.”</p> <p>●     “Wherever you&#39;re at in life, we&#39;re all going to find somebody. We don&#39;t have to rush.”</p> <p>●     “The best thing in the world is having somebody who can help you look at situations objectively instead of subjectively.”</p> <p>●     “Still always memorialize that person that was in your life. It doesn&#39;t mean that when you find a new partner, you&#39;re replacing them.”</p> <p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p> <p>●       Building a relationship takes time, especially in the later stage of life. </p> <p>●       Take time to build trust and commitment.</p> <p>●       The definition of love is different between men and women.</p> <p>●       Because you have lived life, you also know that when you make a commitment to somebody, married or not, you need to be there for them. </p> <p>●       You need to define what you&#39;re looking for in a relationship. </p> <p>●       Take the time to assess what worked in your past relationship before going forward. </p> <p>●       For men, you need to do work on yourself first and take the time to heal.</