Helen's divorce and loss of a companion caused her more anxiety than just parenting, she also had to worry about the issue of dating. She wasn't sure whether or not she should date. First of all of all it was an uncomfortable situation. She could have still had feelings for her ex-husband, and just could not imagine herself with someone else yet. She also feels that it will be like replacing her children's father, and she did not know if that would be the best thing for them at this point in time.
             Helen also did not feel prepared to date and find a new companion because of the stress level involved. She already had much to deal with. She had her career which already took up a lot of her
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