I think we all do just because of all the uncertainty the whole situation puts us in. I know I think about what if I get sick...how will I pay my bills? While Im sure my kids wouldn't let me starve at the same time I don't want to add any stress to their lives either.
So I understand your thoughts but don't allow it to take over, you have enough to deal with just taking one day at a time. Hugs !!!

I think it very natural for us to worry especially if we were two income families and now are one income. My situation is I have about 2 and half years until I become eligble for his social securtiy unless I am approved for a disability retirement, that means I have to make sure that what I have lasts. I have a mortgage to pay and 2 kids living at home, while one of the two works and pretty much supports herself the other is still dependent on me. Every day I worry will my income be enough to make it thru each month. The cost of everything keeps going up, when we moved into this house, I thought I had the budget figured that we could make it no problem, then the prices have kept going up and it is just so tight. Yep, I worry daily.

I think it is just part of adjusting to being single, at least I hope it is, I hate to think I will worry like this the rest of my life. I know for me things will ease a bit once I do not have to support others and am living by myself. At least then I will only have to worry about me and not about me and the kids.

I know I do. I work but basically it's just me. I think about what if I get ill and have to be off work what will happen. It sure makes me not want to miss any days that's for sure.
I'm thankful for my job & hope to be able to work for awhile longer.
I just try & take it a day at a time tho. Just like everyone says. I do not think to far ahead in the future anymore.
Take care, Lucy

I've had that fear most of my life.
Best thing to do is not worry until it happens, why waste your time till you need to.

I also have these thoughts. I know I have his life insurance and his pension but that has to last me the rest of my life. I have a 16 year old daughter who will be going to college in a couple of years. Some days it scares me to death. But I just take one day at a time.

Actually I think we all fear the future with finances, illness, and how to manage these on our own. I was widowed after our children were adults and have always been thankful for that. I know the pressure would be much higher if I had others who depended on me.

All we can do is be as responsible as possible and do our best. I tried to buy happiness during my pity party time and learned quickly buying material things didn't make me any happier. Beware of that trap. It can be devastating if it continues too long. Sharon

I did. I finally called my financial advisor and he showed me everything in black and white. Maybe that will help. Sometimes someone just telling you something means nothing. You need to see the actual finances.

I feel that way from time to time. I am in the real estate business and it can have it's ups and downs. I fear for my kids' future, paying for their education, keeping the business running smoothly. I think a lot of us have similar fears.

Maggie

I do! That one income I lost was how we lived comfortably. Cancer did us in financially really, left me unprepared and my daughter goes to college and works but I worry every month.....It has been a huge adjustment for both of us. going from being very comfortable to just making it. But in these now 456 days, I am adjusting and doing much better. I do not think so much about the what ifs but WHAT IS...but Thank God we have survived and done fine

OH my goodness my number ome stresser

From two incomes to one - and just SSI now its scary altho' I make alittle extra on the side helping at my friends tack shop its not nearly enough to feel financial secure.

I am doing it but if one major thing goes wrong its called I am SC*&^ED
And I start stressing at times big time all over again.

I am thinking of contacting AARP they have a program to help SRs reup their skills or get new skills to help them get employment