@slarson14 I think many of us women are fearful of ending of homeless when we do not have a partner or a second income. I’ve talked with my friends about this and they hold this fear too.

I went through a divorce when I was 49 years old. I’d been married for 16 years and we did not have children and no major debts. So, the negotiation came down to our assets and especially our respective retirement investments. I was working at the time and I had a good income but still worried that I would end up on the street. I realized later that whenever I felt particularly anxious I’d look up my retirement accounts and to try and reassure myself that I would be OK.

I continued to save throughout my working career. At this point my financial advisor tells me that I have plenty of money to last me but I still worry sometimes.

Do you have a financial advisor? This is the person who can help you review your assets and your retirement accounts to help you figure out your financial future.

Do you work with a mental health therapist? I found that the process of working with a mental health therapist has helped me manage my emotions over the years.

Is your husband interested in marriage counseling? If no, then it’s time to take care of you. If your finances are co-mingled I hope you will protect yourself financially.

How are you feeling this morning?