Have you ever answered the question "How are you?" with "I'm fine," but didn't really mean it?

HI, I'm Pam Lundell, and on this episode of A Widow's Heart, Darla Nelson shares how God's strength lifted her in the middle of grief.

We talk about anxiety, giving yourself permission to grieve, and what it means to truly move from stress and sorrow into peace and purpose. If you are walking through loss or simply feeling overwhelmed, this conversation will remind you that you are not alone.

Find Darla's book I'm Fine. Really. here: https://www.amazon.com/Im-Fine-Really-Moving-Anxiety/dp/1949813452

Pastor Londa Lundstrom will help you move through grief with one word that can change your life. She wrote "Living with a YES in your life" just for you!

Loss can change everything in a moment. And when it comes without warning, it can leave you feeling stunned.

On this episode of A Widow's Heart, Pam Lundell talks with Annalee, a young widow who shares what it was like to walk through deep grief during an already overwhelming season of life. She opens up about loss, faith, and the quiet ways God met her when she needed Him most.

This honest and compassionate conversation is for anyone walking through loss, or for those who love someone who is.

If you want a slightly shorter, more podcast-store friendly version, here's an alternate description:

When loss comes without warning, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed and alone.

On this episode of A Widow's Heart, Annalee shares her story of unexpected loss, grief, and the ways God met her in the middle of heartbreak. A hopeful and compassionate conversation for anyone navigating loss or supporting someone who is.

Loss can change everything in a moment. And when it comes without warning, it can leave you feeling stunned.

On this episode of A Widow's Heart, Pam Lundell talks with Annalee, a young widow who shares what it was like to walk through deep grief during an already overwhelming season of life. She opens up about loss, faith, and the quiet ways God met her when she needed Him most.

This honest and compassionate conversation is for anyone walking through loss, or for those who love someone who is.

Grief can affect every part of your life. It can change how you feel, how you think, and even how close you feel to God.

On this episode of A Widow's Heart, Pam Lundell talks with licensed psychologist and author Audrey Davidheiser about grief and healing after loss. They talk about common emotions many widows experience, including sadness, anger, guilt, and loneliness.

Audrey shares gentle encouragement for those who feel tired, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. She offers a compassionate way to understand grief without rushing the process or trying to be strong all the time.

This conversation is a reminder that healing takes time and that you are not alone as you walk through grief.

Grieving during the holidays can feel overwhelming, especially when Christmas traditions and family gatherings bring up painful memories. In this heartfelt conversation, host Pam Lundell welcomes life coach and widow advocate Erin Hente to share gentle, practical wisdom for navigating the holiday season with grace, honesty, and hope. Whether you're newly widowed or years into your grief journey, this episode offers encouragement, grounding insights, and simple ways to honor your loved one while caring for your own heart.

Lori Larson Heller is a writer, speaker, fierce ALS advocate, and a widow. She is also the President of the Jim Heller 'End ALS' Memorial Fund. Lori was a previous guest on the podcast (EP 6) and since then has written a book called "Buckle Up" about her life, loss and the power of moving forward. Lori doesn't tell you to "move on" or offer cliches that don't help. She encourages you to emerge stronger, roll down the windows, listen to some tunes and begin to enjoy life again. I hope you are encouraged by her story, humor and faith.

When Rachel Powell lost her husband to suicide at 31, her world fell apart. But in the midst of pain, God met her with healing, purpose, and a new calling to help other widows find hope. In this heartfelt conversation, Rachel and Pam talk about surviving deep loss, breaking the silence around suicide, and discovering life and light again through Christ.

Worship leader and songwriter Jamie Bollinger joins A Widow's Heart to share her story of faith, loss, and hope. After walking through her husband Freddy's kidney failure, transplant, and sudden passing, Jamie discovered God's peace and provision in the hardest valleys. She now encourages others through worship and her devotional booklet, Names of God: Who God Is in Our Time of Need.

In this episode, Jamie opens up about:

• Facing grief with faith in God's presence

• How worship becomes a lifeline in suffering

• The powerful names of God that bring comfort and peace

Learn more about Jamie's devotional Names of God here: https://jamiebollinger.com

If you're a widow, walking through grief, or simply longing to experience God more deeply, Jamie's story will remind you that the Lord is your provider, your peace, and the One who sees you.

In this powerful episode of A Widow's Heart, host Pam Lundell talks with Dr. Kimberly Hubenette—a skilled cosmetic dentist, author, and widow—about love, resilience, and the will to keep going after unimaginable loss. Kimberly shares her extraordinary love story with her late husband Mark, a double lung transplant survivor and devoted search-and-rescue volunteer. Together, they embraced an adventurous, survivalist lifestyle that prepared Kimberly in surprising ways for the day she would need to live, love, survive, and thrive without him.

Discover how Mark's legacy inspired Kimberly's unique novel Grid: Once in a Lifetime You Get to Start Over—a wilderness survival story mirroring her own emotional and spiritual journey. She opens up about grief, the comfort of "God winks," the healing power of nature, and the importance of building community. You'll also hear practical survival tips, from preparing a "bug-out" bag to caring for pets in emergencies, and learn about Kimberly's retreats that help widows rediscover life's beauty.

If you've faced loss—or simply want an inspiring story of courage and hope—this conversation will encourage you to believe that you can survive, heal, and begin again.