Widow Your Way

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Nov. 6, 2024

Love is not Dead, Just Rebecca

What if we could find relentless joy and hope even in the face of profound loss? This episode is a heartfelt tribute to Rebecca, the inspiring host of "Love Is Not Dead Just My Husband," who recently passed away from …

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Oct. 21, 2024

Are You Widow Strong?

In this episode, I talk about the complexity of the phrase "You are so strong" and the varied emotions it can evoke for Widows navigating the grieving process. Initially, it can feel more like a burden than a compliment, espe...

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July 2, 2024

A Sad Lonely Cancerous Widow

What happens when you're faced with the dual trials of terminal illness and profound grief? This episode is a deeply personal update of my journey through Stage IV Cancer and the emotional echoes of losing my husband, as I gr...

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April 29, 2024

The Widow Journey is About You and Not Your Dead Husband

Have you ever felt like the weight of grief could define your entire existence? In this episode, I'm here to shake things up and challenge the traditional narrative of widowhood. It's time to reclaim the journey as our own an...

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April 8, 2024

The Widow Journey: Your Loss. Your Life. Your Purpose.

Join me on the Season 5 premiere as we finally get down to business on what it means to "Widow Your Way" In this episode we are going to talk about the Widow Journey, emphasizing one crucial truth: You are …

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April 1, 2024

Season 5 Trailer: How To Widow Your Way

The microphone feels different this time! As I struggle with my ongoing battle against cancer, I'm reflecting on this podcast and direction it's taking. I feel the need now more than ever to be more clear with my message and …

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Feb. 27, 2024

The Balancing Act of Grief and Gratitude

Growing up, I struggled with the concept of gratitude, feeling pressure to be thankful without truly understanding its depth. As a widow, this struggle intensified when faced with societal pressure to be grateful. I share per...

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Feb. 19, 2024

A Widow's Leap Into Love Part 2

In this deeply personal episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on a relationship journey that's been anything but easy. Over the past few years, I've stumbled, learned, and grown through the rollercoaster of love, loss, and se...

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Feb. 12, 2024

A Widow's Leap Into Love Part 1

A Valentine's Day Special ✨💖 Today's episode is all about love, laughter, and a little bit of magic – because sometimes, love finds us in the most unexpected of places. Join me as I share a heartwarming love story that …

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Feb. 5, 2024

The Widow's Path: Deciding My Next Steps

My recent trip to Podfest has ignited a shift in my perspective! Podfest, a haven for podcasters, exposed a truth—I've been holding back. I believe fear of rejection has tempered my honesty, and it's time to change that. I'm ...

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Jan. 14, 2024

A Widow's Tale of Hope and Resilience

When dreams are deferred, what does it take to revive them amidst life's harshest trials? Embark on a journey with me in the latest episode as I share the twists and turns of my life! From sidelining dreams as a …

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Dec. 11, 2023

Happily Even After: It's a Choice!

You know that feeling when you give the best advise but don't take your own? Well, I've been struggling with my recent cancer diagnosis and how I'm supposed to be handling it. I'm just going to take my own advise …

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Dec. 7, 2023

It's not the news you want to hear!

Ever thought about what it's like facing your own mortality while dealing with the loss of a loved one? In this emotional episode, I share my personal journey as a Widow battling an incurable cancer. Join me as I navigate …

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Dec. 4, 2023

In the Eye of the Storm: Embracing a New Journey

Imagine life just starting to get good, feeling like things are finally falling into place. Seemingly worry free and looking forward to starting a new year off with a bang! And then the unexpected happens or should I say the …

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Nov. 27, 2023

Embracing the Inevitable: Terminal Cancer

Life has a way of surprising us with unexpected twists that force us to reassess everything we once held close. Life just threw me a curveball – my Cancer has made a surprising return, taking me into an uncertain chapter …

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Nov. 26, 2023

Love Is Not Dead, Just My Brother

A year ago I announced I was starting a podcast. What some people don't know is that my brother Donnie gives me the courage to speak my mind. In this episode I'm baring my soul about losing my brother. As …

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Nov. 22, 2023

An 'Unhappy' Thanksgiving: Embracing Gratitude Amidst Grief

What if Thanksgiving doesn't have to be a full-throttle, joy-filled celebration? What if it's okay to shuffle the traditions, to feel a little less than festive, especially when you're wrestling with grief or loneliness? This...

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Oct. 25, 2023

The Unseen Battle: Surviving Widows of Domestic Violence

In honor Domestic Violence Awareness Month, lets shine a light on the often unspoken and deeply sensitive topic of abuse, especially concerning surviving Widows of domestic violence. We explore the intricate layers of grief a...

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Oct. 19, 2023

Is the 1st Year really the toughest?

When we lose someone we love, we're often told that the first year is the hardest. But what happens when that first year is over, and we're still grappling with the void that person has left behind? After the first …

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Oct. 4, 2023

In Mourning and Discovery: A Widow's Journey

Grief is like an onion! There are so many layers! In this episode we unravel the multi-layered journey of a widow, and an often overlooked topic of widowhood: the grief for the loss of one's former self. It's not just …

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Sept. 27, 2023

Widow vs Divorcee: Turning Personal Tragedies Into Collective Strength

In this episode I have a candid conversation with Divorcee, Josie Falcon of the Heavy Pages Podcast, and what unfolded was truly eye-opening! We found ourselves marveling at the similarities between the journeys of Widows and...

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Sept. 6, 2023

Who Grieved it Best? Stop Making Grief a Competition

Grief is a universal, yet deeply personal experience. Like many of you, I've had my fair share of losses and not just from people dying. So for me it's not about comparing losses, but about acknowledging that each loss hits …

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Sept. 3, 2023

Breaking Silence: The Unfiltered Thoughts of Widows

Are you ready to hear the unfiltered thoughts that often whirl in a widow's head? Lets talk about the cliché comments and thoughtless questions that are often thrown at widows. You know the ones: "How are you doing?", "They a...

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Aug. 26, 2023

Widow Brain and The Widow Bod: Embracing Self-Care During Grief

Have you ever wondered about the many ways grief can impact your life, not just emotionally but physically? Losing a partner is one of life's most challenging experiences, and as widows, it's easy to neglect our own well-bein...

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