Brave Widow Show

In this episode of The Brave Widow Show, I sit down with Brad Morell, a licensed professional counselor and host of the Grief Observed Podcast.

Brad shares his journey from corporate life to counseling, his personal experiences with divorce and the death of a best friend, and how grief has shaped his calling to help others.

We explore:

Brad and I also talk about the importance of faith, connection, and simply showing up for grieving friends.

✨ Whether you’re in the early stages of loss or years into your journey, this episode offers hope, perspective, and practical tools for healing.

Connect with Brad: 

Emily’s episode on the Grief Observed Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grief-observed-podcast/id1714188718?i=1000722104513

✨ Work with Emily: Ready to stop just surviving and start rebuilding? Book a free consult at bravewidow.com.

Timestamps: 

00:35 Brave Widow Academy Updates

02:13 Upcoming Grief Recovery Program

04:23 Introducing Brad Morell

05:17 Brad's Journey to Counseling

06:46 Personal Experiences with Grief

12:01 The Importance of Asking for Help

13:32 Challenges in Mental Health and Grief

16:29 Family Dynamics and Grief

21:39 Moving Forward After Loss

24:30 Understanding Kaizen: The Power of Small Steps

27:51 Managing Expectations in Life and Relationships

33:40 The Role of Faith in Overcoming Loss

35:15 The Healing Power of Tears and Emotions

40:48 Finding Hope and Resilience in Grief

42:40 Resources and Support for Grief Recovery

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Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start

Join the Brave Widow Academy: https://bravewidow.com/academy

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”).

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Twitter | @brave_widow

Instagram | @brave_widow

Facebook |   / bravewidow  

YouTube | @bravewidow

Casey Engles lost her husband Joel only months after giving birth to their daughter. 

In this episode of The Brave Widow Show, Casey opens up about:

👉 If you’re a widow feeling lost, lonely, or stuck, this conversation will remind you: you are not alone, and you can build a beautiful future again.

Connect with Casey:

Follow the Widow Fire Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/widow-fire/id1831395012 

✨ Work with Emily: Ready to stop just surviving and start rebuilding? Book a free consult at bravewidow.com.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction
2:00 – Casey’s love story with Joel
4:00 – Brain cancer diagnosis and years of treatment
7:00 – Becoming a widow with a newborn
12:00 – Therapy vs. grief coaching: what’s the difference?
20:00 – The reality of parenting in grief
26:00 – Letting light back in: home changes as healing
33:00 – Casey’s advice to widows considering coaching
37:00 – Launching the Widow Fire Podcast
46:00 – Final encouragement + Brave Widow Academy invitation

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Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call

Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start

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

Are you eating when you’re not even hungry and then beating yourself up for it?

In this episode of The Brave Widow Show, I sit down with Amy Scott, a weight loss coach who lost 80 pounds after age 55 and has kept it off for over 5 years. 

Her story will challenge what you think you know about food, willpower, and self-control.

Amy shares:

If you’ve been on the weight loss rollercoaster, or if you feel powerless around food after loss, this conversation is your permission to drop the shame and start creating lasting change.

📌 Amy’s Free Gift: FREE Daily Planning Blueprint - the BEST Tool to help you lose your weight for good - https://mailchi.mp/b780399dfbd9/daily-planevaluation-form

📌 Connect with Amy:  

Website: https://msha.ke/amyscottlifecoaching 

Facebook https://www.facebook.com/amyscott610/ 

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/amyscottweightlosscoach/?hl=en 

YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4AEL42ZxLG7OdDiNcQelaw 

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyscottlifecoaching/

Chapters:

0:00 – Meet Amy Scott

2:00 – How she lost 80 pounds after 55

5:45 – The truth about emotional eating

8:10 – Why “slips” are your best opportunity to learn

12:15 – Building self-confidence before the weight loss

14:50 – Breaking the all-or-nothing cycle

18:00 – Loneliness, grief, and food cravings

22:00 – Hunger vs. satiation cues

26:10 – The 3-minute trick to stop overeating

30:00 – Meal prep without overwhelm

31:00 – Who Amy works with

🚨 ENROLLMENT FOR BRAVE WIDOW ACADEMY IS OPEN

The Brave Widow Academy is a 6-month coaching journey for women ready to rebuild.

You'll go from:
❌ Lost → ✅ Clear
❌ Lonely → ✅ Connected
❌ Unsure → ✅ Confident

💛 Includes: private coaching access, live group calls, on-demand training, personalized frameworks and a community that gets it.

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Ready for more support? 

Join the Brave Widow Academy: https://bravewidow.com/academy

Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call

Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start

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 

If you’ve been wondering whether Brave Widow Academy is the right next step for you, this Q&A call might be the moment that brings it all together.

Join the Academy here: https://www.bravewidow.com/academy

Inside this heartfelt, hope-filled session, we walked through:

✅ What’s actually included in the Academy

✅ The difference between grief support and true life rebuilding

✅ How this program works for you, no matter where you are in your journey

✅ Real transformation stories from widows just like you who felt stuck, scared, and unsure… and are now living with peace, purpose, and possibility again

Here’s a quick recap of the top questions we covered:

💬 PROGRAM + LOGISTICS

What exactly is included in Brave Widow Academy?

You get weekly 2-hour live coaching calls (value: $3,000), 24/7 voice and text support, five signature frameworks for healing and rebuilding your life, plus three private coaching calls, founding member perks, and lifetime access to all content.

What if I can’t attend live — are the calls recorded?

Yes! All calls are recorded and uploaded into your private portal so you never fall behind. You can catch up anytime — or even rewatch the coaching to go deeper.

What kind of support will I get between calls?

Each week I provide personalized individual feedback based on your progress tracking form.  For THIS ROUND ONLY, I’m also including three 1-1 private coaching sessions to support you more deeply.  

How much time should I plan to spend each week?

2 hours for the live call, plus whatever time you want to invest in your progress.

What kind of tech do I need?

Just Zoom for the calls and Telegram for messaging. You can use a phone, tablet, or computer.

MONEY + VALUE

Do you offer a payment plan?

There’s a payment plan — just $600/month for 6 months. The real question is: what is staying stuck costing you right now - emotionally, spiritually, mentally, and financially?

Is it worth it?

Absolutely. You’re getting over $10,000 in coaching, tools, and transformation for just $3,000. And the widows who have experienced coaching say it’s changed their lives in months, not years.

What if I’ve tried therapy or grief groups — how is this different?

Therapy helps you process the past. Brave Widow Academy helps you rebuild your future. This is about living again — not just surviving.

Do you have a guarantee?

If you show up, do the work, and don’t feel like you’re making progress, I’ll work with you until you do. That’s my promise.

MENTAL + EMOTIONAL BLOCKS

What if I’m not ready?

No one ever feels ready. But you wouldn’t still be reading this if a part of you didn’t know it’s time. We’re called Brave Widow — not Fearless Widow — because it takes courage to step into something new before you feel 100% confident.

What if everyone else is further along than me?

You are not behind. The Academy meets you exactly where you are and gives you the next best step — not a mountain to climb.

What if I’m the only one this broken or lost?

You’re not broken. You may feel heartbroken. And this is a place where you’ll be seen, understood, and supported in a way most people in your life just don’t get.

DECISION TIME

What kind of results have other widows seen?

They’ve gone from stuck to confident. From isolated to connected. From dreading their days to looking forward to what’s next. Some are now dating. Others are building businesses. One even said it was “an answer to a four-year prayer.”  Another said "this gave me more hope in two calls than I've had in years".

What’s possible for me in 6 months?

Peace. Clarity. Confidence. Friendship. A new vision for what’s next — one that doesn’t feel scary, but exciting.

What happens if I don’t do this?

You risk being in the exact same place a year from now. Tired. Lonely. Wishing for something more. But you don’t have to stay there.

Brave Widow Academy starts Monday, 8/11 at 12pm Central.

If your heart’s been nudging you — this is your time.

Join the Academy here: https://www.bravewidow.com/academy

You weren’t meant to do this alone. And you weren’t meant to stay stuck.

Let’s walk this new chapter together.

Live Event REPLAY: You Can't Go Back.  How to Build a Life You Actually Love Again.

What do you do when you want more... but you don’t know exactly what that means yet?

In this episode of the Brave Widow Show, I’m sharing a deeply personal journey about taking action even when the path ahead isn’t fully clear. About saying “yes” when logic says wait. About trusting that you’re being led... even when you’re scared.

This is for the widow (or grieving woman) who:

💬 Inside, I talk about:

✨ If you feel lost—but know you’re not meant to stay where you are—this episode is for you.

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The Brave Widow Academy is a 6-month coaching journey for women ready to rebuild.

You'll go from:
❌ Lost → ✅ Clear
❌ Lonely → ✅ Connected
❌ Unsure → ✅ Confident

💛 Includes: private coaching access, live group calls, on-demand training, personalized frameworks and a community that gets it.

🎁 BONUS: Enroll now and unlock Founding Member status + exclusive perks.

👉 Join Now
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Ready for more support? 

Join the Brave Widow Academy: https://bravewidow.com/academy

Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call

Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start

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 

She Quit Her Job, Sold Her Home, and Rebuilt Her Life After Loss: What Happened Next Will Shock You

If you’ve ever wondered…

This is the episode you didn’t know you needed.

Today, Beth shares her raw, honest journey through the fog of grief, isolation during the pandemic, and the moment she decided: This can’t be my life anymore. 

She quit her federal job.

She sold her home.

She moved closer to family.

She built a house.

She traveled the world.

And—she found a new purpose helping others do the same.

🎯 What you'll learn:

💡 Ready to start your own reinvention?

Connect with Beth:
Website: https://www.beyondcoachingbybeth.com
Instagram: @beyond_lifecoachingbybeth https://www.instagram.com/beyond_lifecoachingbybeth/
Facebook: @beyondcoachingbybeth https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556413591315

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/beyondcoachingbybeth/

Link For Free Gift: https://beyondcoachingbybeth.com/#contactme
Free Gift: A free 45-minute consultation where we examine various aspects of your life and identify areas where you are seeking greater satisfaction.

🚨 The Brave Widow Academy is now open!
Pre-enroll now and unlock exclusive Founding Member bonuses, private coaching, and your chance to win a VIP Day.

Join now before the bonuses disappear:
👉 https://www.bravewidow.com/academy

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Ready for more support? 

Join the Brave Widow Academy: https://bravewidow.com/academy

Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call

Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start

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 

If you’ve been second-guessing every decision—big or small—since your person died…

This episode is for you.

You’re not broken. You’re just stuck. And there’s a reason why.

💡 In this episode:

✅ Why grief hijacks your brain and confidence

✅ The real reason you’re stuck in survival mode

✅ The PEACE Decision Protocol that will help you make decisions with confidence again

✅ Why delaying decisions is keeping you stuck (and what to do instead)

✅ How Brave Widow Academy helps you rebuild your confidence, clarity, and connections

If you’re done waiting for time to heal you, it’s time to take action.

✨ Pre-Enroll Now for Brave Widow Academy + Exclusive Bonuses:

👉 https://bravewidow.com/academy

ENROLL NOW: Brave Widow Academy
Pre-enrollment is open until July 28th for the best bonuses!
👉 https://bravewidow.com/academy

✅ 6-month guided program
✅ Weekly live coaching
✅ Private community support
✅ Personal feedback every week

Book Your Free Consult:
Not sure if it’s the right fit? Book a consult to find out:
👉 https://bravewidow.com/consult

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Ready for more support? 

Join the Brave Widow Academy: https://bravewidow.com/academy

Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call

Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start

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 

What if the only thing standing between you and the life you want after loss… is a decision?

In this episode, I’m officially introducing the Brave Widow Academy, the ultimate 6-month coaching program designed to help widows move from grief to growth, from lost to clear, from unsure to confident, and from lonely to connected.

If you’ve been stuck waiting for time to heal you… this episode is your wake-up call.

Inside this episode:
✅ Why time alone won’t heal you
✅ How Brave Widow Academy is designed to create real, lasting transformation
✅ The roadmap I created based on my personal grief journey + coaching expertise
✅ The incredible bonuses you’ll get when you enroll early

ENROLL NOW: Brave Widow Academy
Pre-enrollment is open until July 28th for the best bonuses!
👉 https://bravewidow.com/academy

✅ 6-month guided program
✅ Weekly live coaching
✅ Private community support
✅ Personal feedback every week

Book Your Free Consult:
Not sure if it’s the right fit? Book a consult to find out:
👉 https://bravewidow.com/consult

 #WidowSupport #GriefHealing #LifeAfterLoss #BraveWidowAcademy #GriefRecovery #WidowhoodJourney #BraveWidow

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Ready for more support? 

Join the Brave Widow Academy: https://bravewidow.com/academy

Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call

Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start

What do you do when the unthinkable happens—not once, but twice?

In this powerful episode, Emily sits down with Rachel Brown, founder of Never Alone Widows. Rachel shares her journey of losing two husbands by the age of 31, navigating grief, faith, and purpose—and how she’s now helping widows across the U.S. find community, comfort, and healing.

In this episode you’ll discover:

✅ The biggest challenges widows face that no one talks about

✅ How Rachel went from heartbreak to hope—and how you can too

✅ Why community is the missing piece in so many healing journeys

Links Mentioned:

Explore Never Alone Widows: https://neveralonewidows.com

@neveralonewidows @rachelfaulknerbrown @thereismorepodcast

Rachel's book: Widow's Might: 365 Days of Strength for Grief and Loss – Find Comfort, Hope, and Healing: https://a.co/d/d1YwVa4

Live event signup: You can't go back.  Here's how to build a future you actually want. https://www.bravewidow.com

🔔 Subscribe for more support on life after loss:

https://www.youtube.com/@BraveWidow

#WidowSupport #GriefHealing #LifeAfterLoss #Widowhood #FaithAfterLoss #GriefCoach #BraveWidow #NeverAloneWidows #purposeafterloss 

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Resources & Support for Widows:

💛 Ready for more support? Join my coaching program to navigate this journey with confidence. Book a free consult here: https://calendly.com/bravewidow/widow-consult-call

🔹 Join the Brave Widow Membership: Get coaching, workshops, and a community of support → https://bravewidow.com/join

🔹 Download the Brave New Widow Starter Kit: A free guide to help you navigate the first steps of widowhood. → https://bravewidow.com/start