By Widowed 2 Soon
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In this emotionally charged episode, host Michelle Bader Ebersole reflects on her deeply personal grief, healing, and resilience journey. Michelle shares intimate memories of her late husband, Luke, from their high school friendship to their married life filled with love, challenges, and, ultimately, unimaginable loss.
Journey with Michelle as she recounts pivotal moments, including Luke's heartbreaking cancer diagnosis, the emotional toll of his treatments, and the profound impact on their family. Discover how they embraced joyful moments amidst the trials, like celebrating a cancer-free milestone and creating cherished memories during Luke's final months. Michelle also discusses the invaluable support from their community and the peace she found in her faith during the darkest times.
Listeners will find solace in Michelle's candid storytelling and encouragement to honor their grief while finding a path to healing.
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As you may or may not know, the Widowed 2 Soon Community group has grown extremely large! To keep our community growing strong, I have created a new group that is both hidden and private. No one can find it unless they are actual podcast listeners. Please join us on the new page by using the following link.
EDIT- Due to the high security of this group the direct link won't work. BUT you can send me a FB message here and request to be added, thank you!
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552729127990
In this heartfelt episode of the Widowed 2 Soon podcast, host Michelle Bader Ebersole dives into the delicate topic of grief with special guests Debbie Soushek and her daughter, Katie Brasher. Together, they offer deep insights and advice for widows and widowers navigating their own grief while supporting their children through loss.
Key Highlights:
Supporting Grieving Children: Debbie emphasizes the importance of giving children the space and freedom to process their emotions in their own time. She shares practical strategies for providing honest, age-appropriate explanations about death and avoiding the pressure to respond immediately to their feelings.
Balancing Strength and Vulnerability: Debbie opens up about her journey of grieving privately while maintaining strength for her family. She and Michelle discuss the challenge of managing their own emotions around their children and modeling healthy grief.
Impactful Memories and Milestones: Katie Brasher reflects on her childhood experiences of losing her father at age eight, sharing poignant memories and the lasting impact of her father’s legacy on her life. She talks about significant milestones, wedding moments, and family dynamics that shape her ongoing grief journey.
Allowing Individual Grief: The discussion highlights the unique ways every individual processes loss. Katie and Debbie underscore the necessity of respecting each person's grief journey, whether it’s through storytelling, engaging in supportive activities, or finding solace in meaningful scriptures.
Creating Safe Spaces for Grieving: Debbie and Katie advocate for child-led grieving, where children can express their emotions through creative outlets without being forced into premature adult responsibilities. This approach encourages healthy emotional development and long-term well-being.
This episode is a touching reminder that grief is an evolving part of life, and offer strategies to keep the memory of lost loved ones alive while nurturing new traditions.
If you have been touched by this podcast, please consider donating to the non-profit we are under, Widow Goals. In addition to this podcast, Widow Goals provides Grief Recovery Classes, Social Media support, resources, and local and soon-to-be national events. You can give tax-free here; thank you!
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I am honored to be a part of this upcoming virtual event! I’m excited to invite you to the Holiday Strategies Summit on Tuesday, November 12th, from 11:00- 1:00 PM Pacific time.
I’m one of 14 speakers, and you don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn strategies for rocking your holiday season!
Attendance at the live event is free, so register today and start selecting which sessions you may want to attend. Register here: https://bit.ly/4fk8v39
My topic is Making New Traditions and Finding Peace No Matter What, and I go live at 12:15 PM Pacific. The other sessions are going to be amazing, as well. I’m so excited to share this virtual training event with you. You’ll learn to take your holiday season to a new level of PEACE and JOY!
All of these godly women and speakers, along with me, are here to help you DELIGHT in the holiday season this year. To join me on Tuesday, November 12, register now at https://bit.ly/4fk8v39 If. If you’re ready to replace frantic rush with peaceful worship during the holidays, join us! The Holiday Strategies Summit is the place to be on Tuesday, November, 12th! Hope to see you there!
In this heartwarming episode, Michelle Bader Ebersole and Rob Linger invite listeners to the profound challenges and transformative journeys they've faced as widows. Join us as Rob shares insights on recent home renovations and his impending move, symbolizing a fresh start and deep gestures of love inspired by faith.
Surviving the holidays after losing a spouse takes center stage as the duo discusses coping mechanisms and personal experiences. Rob opens up about maintaining family traditions during the first holiday season without his wife, Kathy, focusing on the emotional weight of the "empty chair" and the solace he finds in faith. He also shares practical advice for adjusting traditions to honor loved ones while embracing new beginnings.
Michelle recounts her own journey through holiday grief, sharing how she balanced keeping beloved traditions with alterations to manage the emotional toll. From watching Christmas movies early to changing tree farms and incorporating new activities like visiting Great Wolf Lodge, she provides listeners with actionable tips to blend the old with the new in a manageable way.
Both hosts emphasize the importance of giving oneself permission to feel all emotions during the holidays, carving out time for solitude, and engaging in family activities that spark joy. They highlight the impact of including late spouses' memories in holiday rituals, such as hanging ornaments with pictures or sharing stories supported by their current partners.
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If you have been touched by this podcast, please consider donating to the non-profit we are under, Widow Goals. In addition to this podcast, Widow Goals provides Grief Recovery Classes, Social Media support, resources, and local and soon-to-be national events. You can give tax-free here; thank you!
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In this episode, host Michelle Bader Ebersole welcomes Kim Lentz, a fellow widow, to share her poignant journey of love, loss, and healing. Kim reflects deeply on the challenges she's faced since the sudden death of her husband, Chad. Delving into the emotional whirlwind that followed, she discusses how ordinary tasks can trigger painful memories and the importance of allowing oneself to grieve.
Both Kim and Michelle emphasize the role of community and faith in their healing processes. Kim highlights her volunteer work in the "widow goals" group and her newfound ability to lean on others for support. They also touch upon their shared belief that death is not the end, finding solace in the idea of reuniting with loved ones through God's promise of eternity.
Through raw journal entries and transformative moments, Kim shares her journey from overwhelming grief to a place where she can manage her emotions with God's help and the support of a compassionate community. Listeners will be inspired by her story of overcoming adversity and finding purpose in pain, helping others heal along the way.
Join us for this inspiring conversation about community, faith, and the enduring impact of love in the face of life's greatest challenges. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review Widowed 2 Soon to help spread awareness and provide hope to those navigating their own grief journeys.
The holiday season can be especially challenging for those navigating life after loss. Join us for an interactive session with Michelle Bader Ebersole, the host of the Widowed 2 Soon podcast, as she offers hope, encouragement, and practical strategies to help you thrive during the holidays.
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If you have been touched by this podcast, please consider donating to the non-profit we are under, Widow Goals. In addition to this podcast, Widow Goals provides Grief Recovery Classes, Social Media support, resources, and local and soon-to-be national events. You can give tax-free here; thank you!
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Join host Michelle Bader Ebersole in this deeply moving episode as she welcomes Lilly Akoto, a resilient widow and mental health therapist, to share her profound journey through grief and healing.
Discover how Lilly navigated the tumultuous waters of loss after her husband’s diagnosis and subsequent passing from stage four cholangiocarcinoma.
Together, Michelle and Lilly explore coping mechanisms, the importance of emotional support, and the bittersweet moments of life events her husband missed.
If you have been touched by this podcast, please consider donating to the non-profit we are under, Widow Goals. In addition to this podcast, Widow Goals provides Grief Recovery Classes, Social Media support, resources, and local and soon-to-be national events. You can give tax-free here; thank you!
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Join Michelle Bader Ebersole, as she navigates the multifaceted journey of widowhood and the profound impact of her faith in God. In this reflective solo episode, Michelle shares her poignant experiences, from the harrowing days of her late husband Luke's battle with cancer to the emotions documented in her heartfelt journal entries. Through stories of profound despair, questioning, and eventual overcoming, Michelle provides a beacon of hope for listeners facing similar challenges.
Discover how past painful moments are now paving the way for positive change, including expanding "Widow Goals" groups and powerful retreats like the recent one in Guffey, Colorado. Michelle also highlights the significance of identity beyond the widow title and the strength found in sharing stories within the "Widowed 2 Soon" community.
With nearly 1,000 members strong, the podcast continues to provide support globally. Hear updates on community guidelines to prevent scammers and new opportunities like the certified grief recovery program. Tune in for an episode filled with vulnerability, faith, and inspiration to overcome life's most challenging moments.
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If you have been touched by this podcast, please consider donating to the non-profit we are under, Widow Goals. In addition to this podcast, Widow Goals provides Grief Recovery Classes, Social Media support, resources, and local and soon-to-be national events. You can give tax-free here; thank you!
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In this powerful episode of Widowed 2 Soon, host Michelle Bader Ebersole welcomes guest Debbie Soushek to share her deeply moving journey through widowhood. Debbie reflects on the profound challenges she faced in the second year after her husband's tragic accident on Mount Rainier, revealing how grief became even more complex as her social circle slowly returned to their normal lives, leaving her feeling isolated.
Throughout the episode, Debbie shares practical advice for those supporting someone in grief, stressing the importance of the "ministry of presence" and cautioning against offering empty platitudes. She recounts her initial grief-stricken reaction to her husband's death, the public memorial attended by hundreds, and the eventual transition to discovering her own identity and faith separate from her roles as a wife and mother.
Debbie's story doesn't end with sorrow; she recounts the hopeful tale of meeting her current husband, Dave, and the blending of their families. Her journey from overwhelming grief to rediscovering life and love serves as an inspirational testament to overcoming life's greatest challenges with the help of faith, community, and self-compassion.
Join us in this episode of Widowed 2 Soon to witness Debbie Sushek's story of how she navigated heartbreaking loss, leaned on God, and embraced life fully amidst the trials of widowhood.
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If you have been touched by this podcast, please consider donating to the non-profit we are under, Widow Goals. In addition to this podcast, Widow Goals provides Grief Recovery Classes, Social Media support, resources, and local and soon-to-be national events. You can give tax-free here; thank you!
Click Here to join Live Well with Michelle Facebook Group
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