The death of a spouse or loved one can leave the survivor in uncharted waters , where old routines no longer provide direction.
A serious diagnosis, such as cancer, can sever the anchors of health, financial stability, and future certainty. be adrift
To be adrift is often characterized by a "dragging lack of essence" and a loss of peace of mind. It feels like "trudging on with bated breath" through alien ground, waiting for a beam of light to reappear. Many describe it as a cold, empty sensation where one no longer understands who they are or where they are going. It is the "sinking boat" of the soul, where the horizon offers no landmarks for comfort. The Opportunity in the Current Unanchored: When Life Sets Us Adrift - CONQUER magazine The death of a spouse or loved one