Brave Widow Show

Emily sits down with returning guest Donna Kendrick, CFP®, author, and founder of Sephton Financial. 

After losing her husband suddenly in 2013, Donna navigated the complexities of widowhood while raising three young children. 

Today, she helps families in transition make sense of their financial futures.

Donna shares her journey of grief, healing, and resilience, including the challenges of blending families and the lessons she’s learned about financial planning and creating a joyful new life.

Highlights: 

Don’t miss the 2024 Widow Winter Solstice on December 19th, where Donna will be a featured panelist! Register now at bravewidow.com/winter. 

📖 Connect with Donna Kendrick:
Website: donnajeankendrick.com
Podcast: Wisdom and Wealth
Books: A Guide to Widowhood and A Guide to Blended Families available on Amazon.

IG - https://www.instagram.com/donnajeankendrick/ 

YT - https://www.youtube.com/@donnajeankendrick 

TT - https://www.tiktok.com/@donnajeankendrick  

FB - https://www.facebook.com/DonnaJeanKendrick/

Link For Free Gift: https://sephtonfinancial.com/webinar/

💬 Let us know what resonated with you most in the comments below!

Chapters:

01:34 Meet Donna Kendrick

03:11 Donna's Journey Through Widowhood

09:11 Blending Families and New Beginnings

16:39 Navigating New Family Dynamics

17:01 Embracing Storytelling in Blended Families

18:12 Financial Planning and Transparency

22:10 Communicating with Extended Family

24:37 Balancing Work and Family Life

30:19 Advice for Dating and Remarriage

31:39 Resources and Closing Remarks

👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

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Resources: 

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next step in your grief journey, now is the time to take action. The Brave Widow Membership is here to provide you with the support, guidance, and community you need to heal and rediscover joy. Don’t go through this alone—join us today and start moving forward with confidence. https://www.bravewidow.com/join

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Hey hey, I’m Emily Tanner.  I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together, and my world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.  

Now, I love my life again!  I’m able to experience joy, achieve goals and dreams I thought I’d lost, and rediscover this next version of me.

I did the work.

I invested in coaching for myself.

I learned what I needed to do to move forward and took the steps.

I implemented the tools and strategies that I use for my clients in my coaching program.

This is for you, if:

Find and take the next steps to move forward (without “moving on”).

FOLLOW me on SOCIAL:

Twitter | @brave_widow

Instagram | @brave_widow

Facebook |   / bravewidow  

YouTube | @bravewidow

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🚨 Feeling Stuck After Losing Your Person? 🚨

Hi, I’m Emily. I help widows navigate the overwhelming pain of grief and start rebuilding their lives with a clear, actionable plan. If you're struggling with:

❌ Feeling lost and unsure of how to move forward
❌ Constantly battling with grief and confusion
❌ Not knowing where to begin to create a new future

I’m here to help you.

Through 1-1 coaching and our Brave Widow community, you’ll get the tools, support, and step-by-step guidance to:

✅ Process your grief effectively

✅ Gain confidence and clarity in your next steps
✅ Rebuild your life with purpose and direction

💥 Ready to stop feeling stuck? Get the help you need NOW.

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Finding Hope After Loss: Alexandra’s Journey from Grief to Growth as a Widow

Join us for this heartfelt episode as Alexandra shares her inspiring journey of navigating grief and rebuilding her life after losing her fiancé. 

At just 22 years old, Alexandra faced unimaginable pain, confusion, and isolation. 

In this candid conversation, she reveals how she found hope, reclaimed her identity, and embraced new beginnings—even in the face of fear.

💬 Topics Covered:

Chapters:

00:18 Invitation to The Widow Winter Solstice Event

01:48 Meet Alexandra: A Young Widow's Journey

02:36 The Tragic Loss and Initial Grief

03:27 Navigating Military Protocols and Isolation

06:13 Finding Support and a Turning Point

07:53 Rebuilding Life and Finding Hope

18:19 The Ongoing Journey and New Challenges

27:20 Advice for New Widows

30:14 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

👉 If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

#WidowSupport #GriefJourney #HealingTogether #LifeAfterLoss

Resources: 

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next step in your grief journey, now is the time to take action. The Brave Widow Membership is here to provide you with the support, guidance, and community you need to heal and rediscover joy. Don’t go through this alone—join us today and start moving forward with confidence. https://www.bravewidow.com/join

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Hey hey, I’m Emily Tanner.  I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together, and my world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.  

Now, I love my life again!  I’m able to experience joy, achieve goals and dreams I thought I’d lost, and rediscover this next version of me.

I did the work.

I invested in coaching for myself.

I learned what I needed to do to move forward and took the steps.

I implemented the tools and strategies that I use for my clients in my coaching program.

This is for you, if:

Find and take the next steps to move forward (without “moving on”).

FOLLOW me on SOCIAL:

Twitter | @brave_widow

Instagram | @brave_widow

Facebook |   / bravewidow  

YouTube | @bravewidow

#widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach 

In this heartfelt episode of the Brave Widow Show, we sit down with Kira Andersen, a powerful advocate and mother who has turned the devastating loss of her husband into a life of purpose, service, and impact. Kira's story is one of unimaginable pain, resilience, and transformation, offering hope to widows who feel lost or stuck in the depths of their grief.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode: 

This episode is a reminder that even in the darkest moments, purpose can be found. Kira's story will inspire you to start finding your own path forward, no matter where you are in your grief.

Join us for this powerful conversation, and hear how you too can move through the pain and emerge stronger on the other side.

Chapters:

01:21 Meet Kira Andersen

02:10 Kira's Personal Journey

04:41 The Cancer Diagnosis

08:15 The Battle and Advocacy

25:27 Fundraising and Future Goals

30:16 Conclusion and Call to Action

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#BraveWidow #Widowhood #PurposeAfterLoss #GriefSupport #LifeAfterLoss #CancerAwareness #Advocacy #HopeForWidows #StrengthInAdversity

Resources: 

Join the Brave Widow Community:
Are you struggling with your grief and feeling disconnected? You don’t have to walk this journey alone. Join the Brave Widow Membership Community today to receive support, healing tools, and inspiration for creating a life you love after loss. Get Started Here

Interested in joining a supportive community of women who get it? 

Join the Brave Widow Membership and start your journey of healing and hope today.

👉 Visit Brave Widow Membership

Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share the podcast!

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next step in your grief journey, now is the time to take action. The Brave Widow Membership is here to provide you with the support, guidance, and community you need to heal and rediscover joy. Don’t go through this alone—join us today and start moving forward with confidence. https://www.bravewidow.com/join

Subscribe & Review:  

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

In this heartwarming episode, Emily sits down with Jay Ramsden, the Empty Nest Coach, to discuss the unique grief and emotional shifts that both empty nesters and widows experience. As life changes, whether through the loss of a spouse or the transition of children leaving the nest, Jay offers powerful insights on how to navigate these new chapters with grace, self-discovery, and renewed purpose.

Key Highlights: 

What You'll Learn in This Episode: 

Resources: 

Join the Brave Widow Community:
Are you struggling with your grief and feeling disconnected? You don’t have to walk this journey alone. Join the Brave Widow Membership Community today to receive support, healing tools, and inspiration for creating a life you love after loss. Get Started Here

This episode is packed with practical tips, heartfelt wisdom, and encouragement, whether you’re grieving the loss of a spouse, or navigating life after your children have flown the nest. Tune in and start finding new hope today!

#EmptyNest #Grief #Widowhood #GriefSupport #LifeAfterLoss #WidowCommunity #SelfDiscovery #HealingJourney

00:00 Welcome to Episode 125

00:17 Upcoming Widow Winter Solstice Event

02:16 Introducing Jay Ramsden

03:45 Jay Ramsden on Empty Nesting and Grief

06:29 Navigating the Emotions of Empty Nesting

31:14 Maintaining Connections with Adult Children

33:06 Conclusion and How to Connect with Jay

33:59 Join the Brave Widow Community

Interested in joining a supportive community of women who get it? 

Join the Brave Widow Membership and start your journey of healing and hope today.

👉 Visit Brave Widow Membership

Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share the podcast!

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next step in your grief journey, now is the time to take action. The Brave Widow Membership is here to provide you with the support, guidance, and community you need to heal and rediscover joy. Don’t go through this alone—join us today and start moving forward with confidence. https://www.bravewidow.com/join

Subscribe & Review:  

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

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Hey hey, I’m Emily Tanner.  I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together, and my world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.

Now, I love my life again!  I’m able to experience joy, achieve goals and dreams I thought I’d lost, and rediscover this next version of me.

I did the work.

I invested in coaching for myself.

I learned what I needed to do to move forward and took the steps.

I implemented the tools and strategies that I use for my clients in my coaching program.

This is for you, if:

Find and take the next steps to move forward (without “moving on”).

FOLLOW me on SOCIAL:

Twitter | @brave_widow

Instagram | @brave_widow

Facebook |   / bravewidow  

YouTube | @bravewidow

In this episode of The Brave Widow Show, Emily speaks with Kristine, a 27-year-old solo mom and widow, who shares her inspiring story of navigating grief, healing, and building a new life after the loss of her husband. Kristine opens up about the challenges of widowhood at a young age, raising her daughter while coping with PTSD, and finding purpose again.

If you're struggling with loss or feel stuck in your healing journey, this episode offers encouragement and wisdom. Kristine's vulnerability and strength provide a much-needed reminder that despite the pain, there is hope for rebuilding your life and rediscovering joy.

In this conversation, we cover:

Join us as Kristine offers hope to other widows who feel lost and encourages them to embrace their next chapter with strength and grace.

Interested in joining a supportive community of women who get it? 

Join the Brave Widow Membership and start your journey of healing and hope today.

👉 Visit Brave Widow Membership

Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share the podcast!

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next step in your grief journey, now is the time to take action. The Brave Widow Membership is here to provide you with the support, guidance, and community you need to heal and rediscover joy. Don’t go through this alone—join us today and start moving forward with confidence. https://www.bravewidow.com/join

Subscribe & Review:  

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

Meaghan shares her journey of juggling medical school, motherhood, and navigating the challenges of grief and widowhood. Meaghan shares her unique story, offering hope and inspiration to other widows facing similar struggles. 

Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share the podcast!

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're feeling overwhelmed and unsure of your next step in your grief journey, now is the time to take action. The Brave Widow Membership is here to provide you with the support, guidance, and community you need to heal and rediscover joy. Don’t go through this alone—join us today and start moving forward with confidence. https://www.bravewidow.com/join

Subscribe & Review:  

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

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Hey hey, I’m Emily Tanner.  I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together, and my world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.  

Now, I love my life again!  I’m able to experience joy, achieve goals and dreams I thought I’d lost, and rediscover this next version of me.

I did the work.

I invested in coaching for myself.

I learned what I needed to do to move forward and took the steps.

I implemented the tools and strategies that I use for my clients in my coaching program.

This is for you, if:

Find and take the next steps to move forward (without “moving on”).

FOLLOW me on SOCIAL:

Twitter | @brave_widow

Instagram | @brave_widow

Facebook |   / bravewidow  

YouTube | @bravewidow

Don't forget to give this video a thumbs up if it helped you today, subscribe to the channel, hit that notification bell so you don't miss a single question, and if you have any additional questions ask in the comments (I monitor them daily)!

Benjamin shares his journey as a widower through caregiving, running a business, raising three kids, and balancing grief.  

00:15 Grief to Growth Challenge Announcement

01:24 Meet Benjamin: A Father's Journey

03:29 Benjamin's Love Story

07:50 Coping with Loss and Raising Kids

09:16 The Diagnosis and Final Days

13:03 Navigating Life After Loss

20:49 Advice for Widows and Widowers

23:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

24:06 Join the Brave Widow Community

Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share the podcast!

Connect with  

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're seeking support and connection as you navigate your grief journey, consider joining our Brave Widow Membership for resources and encouragement. Learn more here!

Subscribe & Review:  

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

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Hey hey, I’m Emily Tanner.  I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together, and my world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.  

Now, I love my life again!  I’m able to experience joy, achieve goals and dreams I thought I’d lost, and rediscover this next version of me.

I did the work.

I invested in coaching for myself.

I learned what I needed to do to move forward and took the steps.

I implemented the tools and strategies that I use for my clients in my coaching program.

This is for you, if:

Find and take the next steps to move forward (without “moving on”).

FOLLOW me on SOCIAL:

Twitter | @brave_widow

Instagram | @brave_widow

Facebook |   / bravewidow  

YouTube | @bravewidow

Don't forget to give this video a thumbs up if it helped you today, subscribe to the channel, hit that notification bell so you don't miss a single question, and if you have any additional questions ask in the comments (I monitor them daily)!

#widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach 

In Episode 121 of The Brave Widow Show, Emily sits down with Ali, a clinical social worker and widow, as she opens up about her deeply personal journey through sudden loss, grief, and ultimately, resilience. Ali shares her love story with her late husband, Jordan—an exceptional engineer and beloved partner—and the life-altering moment of his unexpected death.

Together, Emily and Ali explore what it means to navigate widowhood and solo parenthood while facing the complex emotions of guilt, empathy, and identity shifts that accompany profound loss. 

Ali reveals the invaluable role her mother-in-law played in her support system and how finding connection helped her heal. She also discusses her experiences with travel as a pathway to renewal, offering relatable and compassionate insights for those facing similar grief journeys.

Ali’s story is a testament to the power of love, community, and rediscovery. Join us as she shares heartfelt advice for those seeking hope, healing, and purpose. This episode also highlights the Brave Widow Community—a space for widows to rebuild, find peace, and begin again.

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're seeking support and connection as you navigate your grief journey, consider joining our Brave Widow Membership for resources and encouragement. Learn more here!

Subscribe & Review:  

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

In episode 120 of The Brave Widow Show, Emily sits down with Ilissa, a widow who shares her emotional journey through the challenges of widowhood, battling grief, and supporting her husband through his battle with brain cancer. Ilissa recounts the highs and lows of her husband’s health, including their experience with clinical trials, hospice care, and the overwhelming grief that followed his passing. Despite these challenges, she found faith, resilience, and ultimately, a path to healing.

If you're struggling with grief, guilt, or searching for faith after loss, Ilissa’s story will inspire you to embrace your emotions, find strength in your faith, and take steps toward building a life filled with joy again.

Key Topics Covered:

Subscribe & Review:

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

In this heartfelt episode, Melissa shares her powerful story of love, loss, and the strength to rebuild. From meeting her husband to navigating the unimaginable grief of losing him while eight months pregnant, Melissa opens up about her life’s most defining moments. Join Emily as she explores the resilience, hope, and healing that emerge from Melissa’s journey.

Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share the podcast!

Connect with Melissa on IG: mamabunny63

Join the Brave Widow Community:
If you're seeking support and connection as you navigate your grief journey, consider joining our Brave Widow Membership for resources and encouragement. Learn more here!

Subscribe & Review:  

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us reach more widows and support them on their journey to healing.

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Hey hey, I’m Emily Tanner.  I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary.  Nathan and I have four beautiful children together, and my world was turned completely upside down when I lost him.  

Now, I love my life again!  I’m able to experience joy, achieve goals and dreams I thought I’d lost, and rediscover this next version of me.

I did the work.

I invested in coaching for myself.

I learned what I needed to do to move forward and took the steps.

I implemented the tools and strategies that I use for my clients in my coaching program.

This is for you, if:

Find and take the next steps to move forward (without “moving on”).

FOLLOW me on SOCIAL:

Twitter | @brave_widow

Instagram | @brave_widow

Facebook |   / bravewidow  

YouTube | @bravewidow

Don't forget to give this video a thumbs up if it helped you today, subscribe to the channel, hit that notification bell so you don't miss a single question, and if you have any additional questions ask in the comments (I monitor them daily)!