When any long-term relationship ends, you go through a period of self-reflection.
Post divorce, you must learn to rebuild and restructure your life around a new family base.
In this time of reflection and rebirth, a fire pit is a wonderful, soothing way to guide your thoughts and help ease your mind.
The first way a fire pit can help you post divorce is the actual building of the fire.
Divorce may make you feel defeated and weak.
You must learn to move on, which often includes learning to do things for yourself and your family that you have never done on your own.
The act of building a fire and enjoying the resulting warm flames gives you a sense of accomplishment.
The flames are something you can create and control in your chaotic life.
While your fire is burning in the fire pit, the relaxing flickering of the flames and the radiating warmth create a calming effect.
Curl up with a blanket in front of a fire on a cool night, and your troubles will feel miles away.
There is something about fire that exudes a sense of both calm and strength.
As you watch the flames, think about the resolution you have achieved through your divorce.
Reflect on the past, but look to the future.
Think about your rebirth and how you will recreate yourself.
Your fire pit can also help you achieve resolution.
Do you have photos, letters, items of clothing, or other items that represent your ended marriage or your ex-spouse? Consider holding your own backyard ritual to bring closure to the relationship.
Watching these items burn in the flames might be just what you need to feel satisfied.
Of course, consider the dangers of burning these object prior throwing them into the fire.
Finally, a fire pit is a great place for friends to gather.
Inviting close friends for a night of conversation around a warm fire might be just what you need to feel safe and loved post divorce.
Nothing is better than the support of friends to help you get through any difficult life event.