When Nicole's husband died unexpectedly on a business trip, she very quickly found herself having to pick up the pieces so she could carry on for her 2 young children. In this episode we talk about how Nicole persisted through this challenging time in her life and rediscovered who she is, what she liked in order to build a new life without her husband by her side.

1:37 Grieving the life you thought you were going to have

1:50 Someone who helped in a way Nicole would have never thought to ask

3:28 Discovering what she liked, instead of what was on auto pilot because it was something they enjoyed as a couple

4:29 How her husband died

6:00 Ways people jumped in

6:58 Feeling like she could handle it all

7:30 Hindsight on asking for help

8:35 What kept her going

17:30 Finding support in comradery with others

18:32 Things people say that are NOT supportive

22:39 How her identity has changed

26:00 Being the good girl, perfectionist, people pleasing

31:36 How she got to know herself again

37:00 The different ways people handle death and process

39:35 Honoring your feelings and truth

40:00 Be specific with what you offer to do for someone

43:26 Final thoughts on experiencing loss, grief and identity shift

The older we get the more attune we become that unexpected things can happen at any time in our lives.

Caring for an aging family member comes with so many twists and turns and you are not alone. I can help you navigate this complicated time in your life.

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We want our kids to thrive. Our teens and young adults need more support! They are at an age where they're discovering who they are and making big decisions about their future. They are under incredible stress and having some additional guidance can offer them clarity and peace of mind. Amy Peterson is the founder and owner of Believe Breathe Be. She has personally worked with one of our daughters, helping her her reduce her stress by providing tools that she can use to calm her nervous system when pressure feels high. Amy is a Quantum Human Design Specialist, Mindfulness Coach, Reiki Healer, Meditation Teacher, Motivator, Writer, Lifelong Learner and Mom of boys!

To work with Amy (who is amazing) visit:

www.BelieveBreatheBe.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/believebreathebe/

As family care partners, we cannot underestimate how our caregiver role has impacted our kids. They are watching how we have managed the stress in this role. They are trying to figure out their own way in the world and there are a lot of new pressures we didn't have as kids. Amy is a wonderful resource for you, and your kids!

Are you ready to feel better in your role as a family care partner? We focus on 2 key components, your mindset and creating a care plan for YOU. Visit www. MicheleMagner.com to sign up for the next 12 week class starting soon!

Jacqalin was a teenager when her mother received a devastating diagnosis which led to Jacqalin and her father, Lonny, becoming caregivers to the woman they deeply loved.  The care her mother required, necessitated Jacqalin to be home schooled for a period of time.  There were a hospital stays, treatments, sleepless nights and heartache.  The trauma of the experience led to a period of homelessness, for both her and her dad. They have steadily worked to exist in the world and build a new life without the woman they cherished.

This is a very moving story of resilience, faith, commitment and love.

For the support and tools you need to care for yourself, and those you love, join us in Inspired Caring on March 28th!

Click here to check it out: www.michelemagner.com

We're making 35,000 decisions every day, it's no wonder we're all so worn out!

WOO HOO! The next Inspired Caring group begins March 28th!  

Losing his adult daughter and wife to death just 9 months apart, Paul David Madsen understands grief. He attended grief support groups where he noticed few male attendees. This led to his book, "Men Grieve, Too -- Tools to Help Men Rebuild After the Death of a Loved One." Paul works with people experiencing grief/sorrow via his books (“Remember When…Healing Reflections for Grief and Sorrow” will be out in spring of 2023), seminars and keynote speeches.  His topic is “From Grief to Gratitude.” Paul is the founder of growmedia.com, the father of two adult sons and lives in Nebraska.

We're already doing this every single day, even if we don't realize it.

Our day is riddled with little moments of discomfort.  Are they working for you or against you?

It's the second month of the year and motivation to stay on course with goals is starting to fade.

Here's the thing, those goals you set, were for YOU.  They were based on things that are important to you for your life so I want to encourage you to stay the course! You cannot pour from an empty pitcher. Taking care of yourself is a priority. 

In this episode I share about optimism, motivation and gratitude.  Three keys to help you remain focused on anything you are wanting to accomplish this year.

What we put on in the morning can have a powerful impact on how we are showing up throughout our day!  It influences our thoughts, self-perceptions, energy levels and can even shift how we are able to care for ourselves & those we love.  Not only is my guest, Ellie Steinbrink, gorgeous, she explains the science behind why what we have in our closets and choose to put on our body, matters.  We cover a lot of territory in this episode and she generously shares a ton of resources available in the show notes below.  Enjoy!

Ellie Steinbrink is a Personal Stylist and owner of Style Decoded, working  virtually out of her home in Omaha, NE. She's a Midwest born fashion lover on a mission to help women show up with more authenticity and  alignment at work and in their businesses through their style, and feel  100% confident in their own skin every day. Styling is her passion but  it hasn't always been her job. Ellie spent 20 years of her career in  client service, advertising, developing brands, blogging, podcasting,  and creating marketing and social strategies for clients, ranging from  Fortune 500 giants to individuals building their personal brands online.  To say she knows a thing or two about marketing and branding is an  understatement! Now, Ellie loves teaching women how to define and own  their unique personal brand through style.

Learn more about Ellie and her styling services, or read her style blog, at EllieSteinbrink.com.

Follow Ellie on social for style tips & inspiration: IG  |  Linkedin

Blog posts:

What's my Body Type?

What's your power color?

9 Myths about Style

Are these 3 Things Hanging out in Your Closet?

Free Download: Closet Detox Guide!

https://www.elliesteinbrink.com/detoxguide

#style #styletips #personalbranding #personalstyle #styleover40 #workstyleinspiration #personalstylist #confidenceisbeautiful

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According to the inter-webs, Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event or like many experience in their lives, a series of events. Longer term reactions include unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships, and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea. Or let's face it, crippling anxiety, depression, energy, motivation and the ability to show up and take care of yourself, let alone someone you love.