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I Am Working On Myself

I was recently widowed for the second time. I told friends I will never marry again. They tell me I should not rule it out. That I was happy married and can find another husband. I guess I shouldn’t say never, but how do I stop them from trying to fix me up?
Kodel · 26-30, M
Be sincere with them. They cannot possibly understand what you are going through. To lose people that close twice in a row would be soul-crushing. It makes me tear up just hearing about it. I'm so sorry for your losses and I hope you're doing as well as you can now.
I would tell them that I need time to process this. These are severe wounds and I would even recommend seeing a counselor or something along those lines. If you did you could tell your friends that you are seeking professional help and as much as you value their opinions, they should leave the situation be and allow you to handle it.
@Kodel thanks for caring and the suggestion.
Kodel · 26-30, M
@SecondMarge No worries at all. When I read your post I couldn't scroll past without saying something. I truly hope things improve for you and that you conquer this.
RemovedUsername329422 · 51-55, M
WOW. I’m so sorry that you went through that. However, this does show that you’re an immensely STRONG person. To lose one spouse, I would assume to be very tough. But to be able to gather yourself back together and give love another chance? That’s a lot of strength in and of itself. And to then go through it again and preserve your sanity. I wish that I had your strength. You have my condolences for your loss.
SW-User
Sorry to hear that. I've been widowed once and that's difficult enough to get over. I've experienced the same thing too with friends and family trying to set me up. It got to the point where when they'd invite me over for dinner i'd be wondering who'd they'd have also invited.
Luchs · 51-55, M
Damn. I thought once was bad. My condolences. Just cuz they want to try to hook you up, doesn't mean you're obligated to go with it. I wouldn't rule anything out, but give your mind and spirit breathing room. What happens, happens. Just my two cents worth.
SW-User
More than another husband you probably need a lot of healing.
A lot of confused feelings.@SW-User
SW-User
@SecondMarge confused why?
Tukudo · 41-45, M
LOOK inside and find yourself!
Tukudo · 41-45, M
That means be natural and come back to your originality to realize. @SecondMarge
@Tukudo my original was very controlled by parents and religion. Not sure but maybe I need a change.
Tukudo · 41-45, M
Ohh! That's not your natural. Parental and religious conditional are given poison to you! Go beyond further more...@SecondMarge
river52 · 70-79, M
I’m sorry for your loss.
Just tell them right out that you do not want them to set you up!!
Ask them not to, as you’re not ready. If they persist, they’re not respecting your wishes, and real friends don’t behave that way.

You may need to remind them of that. 😳
Limit your time with them
That would be difficult. But I understand why you say that.@BeefySenpie
Can't you simply say "please don't"?
SW-User
I’m so sorry for your loss

 
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