Are you ignoring the pain of loss, pushing it down, telling yourself “I’m okay, I got this?”  This is a definite trend in widowhood.  We think we can just tie on our red cape and push forward.  But all that bottled up emotional pain is going to push right back in ways you cannot even imagine.  Continuing on even in the best of circumstances is not necessarily the same as thriving on life. Start by learning the difference in how you look at what you are feeling.  Reach out in email to [email protected]   Website:  http://joannthelifecoach.com  

I teach the thought model to all my clients and especially in detail to my widow coaching students.  This is the most powerful tool I've ever learned to create the life I want.  My students tell me over and over again how life changing these concepts are to learn.  In this episode I share five tips for self coaching that correspond to the coaching model.  It is a way to share these concepts in a new light.  I hope you learn at least one new thing from this podcast today!  Go deeper with this kind of work by joining the membership at https://widowcoachingcenter.com   If you are considering widow coaching as a direction for your life, go learn more at https://widowcoaches.com  As always, you can reach out to me in email at [email protected]   

Let's talk about stuck in the in-between, what that means and how to move out of the in-between into your next chapter as a widow.  I think the in-between feels like being in the "upside down" like the kids on Stranger Things.  On this episode I outline a couple of steps in self-coaching and what that means for writing the next chapter of your life.  Email:  [email protected]   Website:  https://joannthelifecoach.com   Membership:  https://widowcoachingcenter.com 

As a widow, we are confronted with mind-boggling lists about what to do, what not to do, and what we need.  Death certificates, bank accounts, bills, insurance papers.  You are in shock, you are in a fog, or even if it has been years, these lists just make your stomach sick or makes you want to hide under covers.  But what about the lists that will really help you get through the fog.  The lists that can help you begin to rebuild the pieces of your life.  That's what I want to talk about today.  Reach out to me at [email protected]   Check out https://widowcoachingcenter.com   

WIDOWS AND MONEY DRAMA. Many widows are suffering from the beliefs we were raised with about money; but they don't even feel like beliefs - it just feels like "not enough."  Today's episode explains how money can be easier, without all the drama.  Money for nothing and the drama is free . . . . Check out the membership site:  https://widowcoachingcenter.com  It's INcredible!!!  Email me at [email protected] . 

Widows, when people ask, "How are you?" do you tighten up?  How about when another widow posts, "Welcome to the club no one wants to belong to" or that "no one chooses?"  We all have triggers.  Our grief as a widow is going to take us there. I totally get it because I get triggered too.  Let's take a closer look at what is going on within us and how we can identify what makes us feel like that.  Would you like to know how to absolutely feel better about it without choking the next person who says it?  Join me as I explain how we can choose how we want to feel.  It can be life changing, grief changing, even leading you to your best life.  Check out https://widowcoachingcenter.com  You can email me at [email protected]  Find me on Facebook in our group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/WIDOWEDbookclub/   

As widows, we all experience different levels of fear.  Fear of being alone, fear of doing things on our own, fear of having enough, fear of not being "okay."  When do you feel fearful?  Have there been things you might like to do, but the fear keeps you inside a bubble of comfort?  Today, I want to talk to you about how you can feel fear - even SHOULD feel fear; and still go after the life you want to create.  Check out the new membership at https://widowcoachingcenter.com   email:  [email protected] . 

Widows experience the deep discomfort of grief, but there is another kind of emotional discomfort that you should welcome into your life - the discomfort of experiencing personal growth.  We can allow and yes, even welcome a little emotional discomfort when we know the pay off is going to be exhilarating.  Jump in to listen and learn more!  Email:  [email protected]   Website:  https://joannthelifecoach.com  Get on my list at http://widowcoaches.com 

Life coaching is such a new industry, but I think it is one of the most critically important new industries to arise in our culture.  Because it is still a new industry, there are many questions around it.  I looked it up in general - why should someone work with a coach (I know why I think so, but I wanted to see what is the word on the street).  There was an excellent article listing ten reasons to work with a life coach.  This article was not directed specifically to widows, but astonishingly every single one of the ten points listed apply to widows.  Not one of the reasons you should hire a life coach.  Not a couple of the reasons.  ALL the reasons.  Listen in and see if you agree.  I feel working with a life coach for a new perspective on your life is critical for everyone in our world.  email:  [email protected]  Website:  https://joannthelifecoach.com  Membership site:  https://widowcoachingcenter.com . 

Put your brain to work FOR you!!  You can take your thinking and brainstorming to the next level, just by asking your brain great questions.  Let's head into the new year deciding what it is we want more of in our life for next year and putting our brain to work on 10 great ideas to make those things a reality in your life.  Email me at [email protected]  Website:  https://joannthelifecoach.com  Membership Site:  https://widowcoachingcenter.com