Ask Elizabeth: Every Day Is a Gift as Your New Life Unfolds

Dear Elizabeth,
I am a bit at loose ends right now. “Mr.Wonderful” and I are done. I now need some new interests and hobbies. Any suggestions?

At a crossroads in Arlington

Dear At a crossroad in Arlington,

Many friends have shared their stories with me about this “new life.” I always start the day with positive affirmations and the day generally gets better as it goes along. I also write five or more uplifting events of my day and a list of the great people that I have interacted with that day every evening in my “gratitude journal.”

Explore new hobbies. Take a class. Volunteer. Become active in a religious or environmental group. I started a small business. Embrace your new life by making a difference, something that our world really needs now. Good luck.