Widowed AF: Real stories of love, grief and beyond - With Rosie Moss

Today we hear  Tash’s story.  Tash married her husband, Rob,  in the hospice as cancer consumed him, and was left to raise their son alone. 

The discovery that he was not the man she thought, meant that her grief has been complex and at times has  made her feel different. 

Listen to  how she clawed her way back to life and found a path back to happy.

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 This short and sweet  episode is brought to you from the glorious Isle of Wight. 

Rosie and Jon are visiting her late husband’s family but manage to escape the kids long enough to discuss the complexities of in-law relationships after death. 

Join us for more  insight and guidance from the weird old world of widowhood.

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In this episode of Widowed AF, host Rosie Gill-Moss invites Nico Lloyd to tell her story. 

Nico's husband, Mark, was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2014 and given 12-18 months to live. However, he survived for several years, and Nico shares the story of living with someone who is terminally ill and how she involved their young children. 

Despite the challenges, Nico and her family found ways to thrive. She describes how her children have grown into emotionally mature and empathetic individuals, it really is a testament  to the power and love of a family. 

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In today’s chatty one, Rosie and Jon reflect on Emma’s episode, and particularly on the unique experience of the military widow. 

They discuss the ‘Wilderness Years’, that confusing time between the initial shock of the loss and the start of the healing process. A time it’s sometimes easy to forget in the fog of bereavement. 

Rosie also shares how her recent solo trip away went, and you’ll find out how Jon got on with the tribe at home.

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In this emotional episode of Widowed AF, host Rosie Gill Moss speaks with Emma Gray about her experience with grief and loss. Emma's husband Simon passed away from oesophageal cancer in 2016, leaving behind their two young daughters. Emma shares her story of meeting Simon, his time in the military, and his diagnosis. Throughout their conversation, Emma emphasizes the importance of understanding and talking about death with children, and how to navigate the challenging administrative tasks that come with losing a loved one.

Rosie and Emma also discuss the impact of grief on neurodivergent individuals, and how Emma's own grief exposed her neurodivergence while her daughter's grief hid hers. Emma is now a grief and trauma counsellor, and she shares her thoughts on the importance of preparing for death and the value of investing in therapy as a means of coping with grief and trauma.

Despite the heaviness of the subject matter, Emma and Rosie's conversation is filled with warmth, humour, and a deep understanding of the complexities of grief. Listeners will come away with a renewed appreciation for the preciousness of life and the importance of taking care of ourselves and our loved ones while we still can.

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of cancer.

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Today, we're reflecting on Nicky's powerful interview, focusing on the bittersweet concept of anticipatory grief. It's a tough one, isn't it? How it somehow both prepares and shakes us in the face of loss.

We also take a closer look at Nicky's venture into the dating world. It's a unique and sometimes daunting experience navigating a dating website as a widower. Sounds relatable? Let's explore this together.

Later in the episode, we'll touch on Rosie's recent participation in a webinar. It was an enlightening experience, emphasizing the overlooked yet substantial impact of 'Sadmin' on widows and widowers. For those grappling with these administrative tasks amidst grief, we acknowledge you, we're with you.

So, let's dive into this open and heartfelt conversation about grief, loss, and the journey that follows. Here on "Widowed AF", we're navigating this path together. Remember, you're not alone. We look forward to having you with us.

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In today’s episode, Rosie speaks to Nicky Wake, an entrepreneur, about the horrific injury that left her husband brain damaged, and the Covid he contracted in a nursing home, ultimately ending his life. 

After Andy died Nicky tentatively  dipped her toe into the dating world and was underwhelmed and disheartened by what she found. So, being a woman who makes things happen, she launched an app just for Widows called Chapter 2 Dating.

Subsequently Nicky realised that  there was a gap in the market for more fleeting encounters, or ‘delicious distractions ’ as she calls them, and created a new ‘hook-up’ app, Widow’s Fire.

We would be really interested to hear your thoughts on this, we will definitely be discussing it on Friday….


If you wish to take a look at what Nicky is offering,  here are the links you need

https://www.chapter2dating.app/

https://www.widowsfire.co.uk/

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In the latest episode of Widowed AF, join host Rosie Gil Moss and co-host Jonathan Gill-Moss as they reflect on the inspiring story of Elizabeth and her late husband, Mike. The episode has received overwhelming positive feedback, and for good reason.Elizabeth's resilience and positivity shine through as she shares her story of grief and the strength it takes to move forward.The episode also delves into the complexities of returning to work while grieving, with insights on creating supportive work environments and understanding  how very difficult this step can be. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform. #WidowsAF #Podcast #GriefSupport #Resilience

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In this heartfelt episode, Elizabeth shares her journey with her late husband, Mike, as they navigated his battle with sarcoma. She opens up about the challenges they faced, the support they received, and the moments of joy they shared. From the significance of their weekly card game gatherings to the importance of maintaining connections, Elizabeth's story is a poignant reminder of the resilience and love that can be found even amidst life's most difficult circumstances

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Rosie and Jon give listeners another peek inside the complex world of widowed life. 

Join them as they discuss the importance of sitting with grief or strong emotions and finding healthy ways to express and process these feelings. 

This conversation also touches on societal misconceptions about grief, the impact on mental health, and the benefits of sitting in a tub of cold water. 

Plus you get to hear Jon choke on the words ‘self love’. 😉

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