Brave Widow Show

Saubia became a widow at the age of 35 after the sudden loss of her husband.   We discuss her profound journey through grief, the cultural challenges she faced, and her transformative path towards healing through meditation and wellness.   Saubia shares impactful insights on navigating life after loss, reclaiming personal identity, and finding new sources of joy.   Watch the episode...

Gina discusses how she navigated widowhood by supporting her children, embracing solo travel, and finding renewal through her blog and social media channels.     The conversation delves into the significance of returning to meaningful places, overcoming fears, and rebuilding life after loss.     Gina offers practical travel tips for widows and shares her adventures and future t...

In this episode of the Brave Widow Show, Emily Curtis shares her journey through grief after the sudden death of her husband.   We talk through the challenges of “powering through” grief, the difference between a therapist and coach, and Emily shares her advice for other widows.   Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/KCQx_kQ9p1g     Emily is a widow who lost her husban...

Jess is a widow who has been navigating life after her abusive spouse passed away eight years ago.    Jess opens up about her complex journey, from meeting and marrying her husband to enduring years of emotional and verbal abuse, and finally coping with his sudden death from a work accident.     The episode addresses the nuanced challenges of grieving for someone who was both a...

Elaine shares her touching journey of grief, resilience, and finding a new normal after the tragic loss of her husband in a helicopter crash. Elaine discusses the initial shock, the community support she received, and how she's gradually adjusted to life without him while raising her daughters. She offers heartfelt advice for new widows, emphasizing the importance of taking things one day at a tim...

Shawn Dinneen is a beacon of resilience and positivity. In this episode, Shawn shares her transformative journey through grief after the loss of her fiancé, John, in 2022. This episode is packed with inspiration, practical advice, and hope for anyone navigating the complexities of loss.   **Highlights:**   - **Event Announcement:** Emily announces a week-long back-to-school bash for wido...

Melissa, a solo mom of three young boys, shares her journey of separation, addiction, grief, and healing. Melissa candidly shares her experience of separating from her husband, who struggled with alcohol addiction, and the subsequent grief she navigated following his unexpected death in 2022 while they were still legally married.     Throughout the conversation, Melissa provides insight...

Rebecca, a 46-year-old widow from Western Massachusetts, shares her journey through love, grief, and resilience. Listen in as Rebecca opens up about her life as a clinical social worker and grief counselor, and her relationship with her wife.   Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/FrT4zxMKzhs     00:18 One-on-One Coaching vs. Membership Community 01:18 Benefits of the Brave Wido...

In this episode of The Brave Widow Show, host Emily sits down with Dr. Gloria Horsley and Dr. Frank Powers to dive into their journey of finding love after loss. They share personal stories, tips, and insights into navigating the dating world as seniors, as well as advice on dealing with grief, writing compelling dating profiles, and overcoming loneliness.   You can find Dr. Gloria and Dr. Fr...

  Navigating Father’s Day as a Widow: Tips, ideas, and Finding Hope     In this special episode of The Brave Widow Show, I’m sharing an excerpt from a live call within the Brave Widow membership. It’s your sneak peek into our community, complete with replays and worksheets to help you along your journey.   We dive into ideas for getting through Father's Day and keeping your per...

In this milestone 100th episode of the Brave Widow Show, I reflect on the 18-month journey since the show's inception.     The Brave Widow Show was created to inspire and encourage you, the audience!   From openly talking about my own experiences to sharing the stories of widows just like you, my goal is to show you what’s possible.     You can do big things.   Scary...

In this episode of the Brave Widow show, Emily sits down with Dana Johnson, a Jesus-reliant solo mom who turned her heart-wrenching loss into a journey of faith, resilience, and rebirth. Dana's life was irrevocably changed in June 2021 when unexpected revelations and a tragic suicide shattered her world.   Through her steadfast faith in God, Dana shares how she has been crafting a beautiful l...

Rebuilding Confidence and Trust After Loss - with Andrea Amador   The Juicy Woman: Rebuilding Confidence and Trust After Loss   In this episode, Emily speaks with Andrea Amador, the Juicy Woman and women's empowerment coach, about rebuilding trust and confidence in oneself after loss. Andrea shares insights on overcoming negative thought patterns, emotional eating, and navigating relatio...

How can you laugh again after your person is gone?   How can a stand-up comedian genuinely continue in their career when suffering such a deep loss?     Angela shares her story of how she moved through grief and honors her person by returning to comedy and creating a special show called Grief is a Jerk.   Find tickets to her show on 5/25 @ 3 pm in Queens, NY here: https://qedas...

Are you a people-pleaser who suffers from approval addiction?   As widows we often put ourselves last, serving others out of guilt or “I should’s”.     Talia Osborne, shares her story of how she stopped being a people-pleaser and now serves as a Christian Confidence Coach.   In this episode we talk about: 02:05 Introducing Angela: Comedy, Grief, and Healing 02:58 Ange...

Nikki is a widow and coma survivor based in Cambridge, UK. After experiencing two major traumas in quick succession, Nikki took a step back to reassess her life and business. Now, she's a strategist, mentor, and motivational speaker who believes that everyone can find richness beyond just money, and that life should be designed, not defaulted into. Through her talks, Nikki shares her experiences a...

In this episode, I discuss the transformative journey from loss to rediscovery. Join me as I share: That life can still be fulfilling and enjoyable after experiencing loss, without minimizing the pain of that loss. Initial Feelings of Hopelessness: After the death of our spouse, we initially struggled to see a purpose in life or find joy in the future. Healing Journey: Through working with other w...

In this episode, we are going to discuss the solution to loneliness in grief. I will address the following topics: Reasons for Social Circle Changes: I will explore why a widow's social circle may change, including factors such as the closeness of certain individuals to the deceased spouse, discomfort with the new dynamic, or personal struggles with grief. Solution to Loneliness: I will provide ac...

I am going to put out a disclaimer for today's episode that the information I'm going to cover today. Comes from the grief recovery method. It comes from the grief recovery Institute. So with that being said, I want to share with you that the information that I'm sharing with you today comes directly from the grief recovery Institute. This isn't anything I've created on my own. This isn't unique t...

in the face of unfathomable tragedy, Andrea Rivera's story shines as a beacon of resilience and strength. At the tender ages of 20 and 24, Andrea found herself widowed not once, but twice, navigating the depths of grief while shouldering the responsibility of raising young children. Her journey is a testament to the indomitable human spirit and the remarkable capacity to overcome adversity. Throug...

Join us on today's episode as we welcome a special guest, Erin, who bravely shares her journey through widowhood. Erin opens up about the importance of leaning on the support of those around us during times of need. She candidly discusses her own experiences of asking for help and how it made a profound difference in her healing process. In this heartfelt conversation, Erin offers invaluable advic...

  Watch the video here or on   YouTube ; listen anywhere podcasts are played ( Apple ,   Spotify ,   Google… ) The Transcript is below. Content warning:  severe mental retardation,  epilepsy ,   immersion in water , Death Dr. Betsy Guerra is a bilingual psychotherapist, international speaker, author, and CEO of Better with Betsy and the Faith-Based Coaching Acade...

Allison Hintz is 41 years old. She has four kids, 16, 14, and 10 year old twins. She lost her husband drew completely unexpectedly to a massive stroke. He had a stroke on December 7th and remained conscience until late that night when he went into a coma and never regained consciousness. He was officially declared brain dead. December 9th, they had been married for 17 and a half years and together...

Jillian Gentile is from the Hudson Valley in upstate New York. She became a widow in 2020 when her husband contracted sepsis from an injury he sustained during his service in the U. S. Army. She has a 10 year old son, a dog, four cats. Now, she also told me four fish, a partridge, and a pear tree. And,  she is currently in her third and final year at Albany Law School, which is amazing. Liste...

Eryn Zamora. Aaron is a 28 year old widow who lost her husband and person of four years, to a terrible form of cancer. He was age 29. He was healthy. Everything was, was great. And, , unfortunately at the incredibly young age of, of 29, he. Past and her story is one full of many ups and downs of really what was an emotional roller coaster. And this story was. Especially difficult for me at parts,...