For the Love of Mr. Jones Podcast

In this episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I share a raw moment from my son’s football practice where he struggled through a drill and broke down emotionally. What he said in that moment opened up a deeper conversation about grief, including how it shows up in children, in parenting, and in everyday life situations we don’t always recognize as grief. This episode explores performance grief, une...

This episode reflects on family in its fullest form, not just the family we are born into or the family we are raising, but the people who quietly hold us up through life. Through a trip to Texas, long country drives, deep conversations, and moments of joy and reflection, this story explores how healing is often found in connection, presence, and the people who make us feel like we belong even whe...

This week, my children and I took an unexpected trip from California to Texas. We didn't move, we simply needed a change of scenery, a chance to breathe, and a break from the weight of everyday life. What I discovered is that grief doesn't stay home when we travel. It comes along for the journey. But so does love. In this episode, I share our trip to Texas, the warmth of family, a powerful...

In this week's episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones , I share a heartfelt conversation about what it really means to heal after loss. I talk about the guilt that can come with smiling again, laughing again, and finding joy after grief. I also dive into grief education, discussing common misconceptions about grief and why healing doesn't mean we've forgotten the people we love. I open u...

In this episode, I share honestly about what this season of grief has been teaching me. I reflect on believing I would feel “okay” by the one-year mark, only to realize 18 months later that grief doesn’t work on a timeline. I talk about the waves of healing, the moments I’ve had to release heavy things I didn’t want to let go of, and how peace sometimes comes with a cost. This is a raw, real conve...

In this episode, I open up about the parts of grief I don’t always say out loud the jealousy I feel sometimes, the confusion I still sit with, the impulsive decisions I made while trying to survive, and the quiet moments where everything hits me all at once. I also share something my therapist pointed out to me that I use laughter as a defense mechanism and how that truth made me start paying clos...

This week on For the Love of Mr. Jones, I’m talking about what happened when I finally gave myself permission to rest. After spending the weekend away from my kids, hiking with my cousin, eating by the lake, and slowing down mentally, I realized how long I’ve truly been operating in survival mode. When I picked my babies back up, I felt more patient, more present, and honestly… more like myself ag...

In this episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I talk about the invisible emotional weight so many of us carry while still trying to function every day. I open up about survival mode, emotional paralysis, grief beyond death, nervous system overwhelm, and what it feels like when stress begins disconnecting you from yourself. This episode is for anyone who has been quietly struggling while still show...

This week on For the Love of Mr. Jones, I’m opening up about what it feels like to keep going when life doesn’t look the way I expected it to. I talk about grief, emotional exhaustion, motherhood, pressure, rebuilding, and learning how to slow down without feeling guilty. I also share a little about my Mother’s Day , going to church, spending time at my mother-in-law’s home, and appreciating a sim...

This episode is a deep reflection on rebuilding self-trust, navigating grief in different forms, and finding what healing truly looks like for me. I share my journey with therapy, growth, and why I’m becoming more intentional about who and what I allow into my space.     contact today: msjonespodcast@gmail.com www.msjonespodcast.com

In this episode, I open up about what it really looks like to rebuild my life while grieving. I talk about the challenges of creating new habits, the frustration of not seeing results, and the deeper truth that healing requires more than just showing up, it requires honesty. I share a personal experience of feeling misunderstood by others, trying something new through Reiki while staying grounded...

In this episode, Ms. Jones opens up about what life has really looked like since losing my husband and how being out of routine started affecting me and my kids. This week, I put my children on a strict schedule, and through that, I realized I’ve been running from my grief. I share how I’m creating intentional time to process it, the new habits I’m building, and how grief has been impacting me men...

his week on For the Love of Mr. Jones, I share where I am emotionally, feeling okay, but still finding my way through healing. I talk about the joy of my cousin coming home after 20+ years, while also being honest about the chaos of spring break, motherhood, and feeling pulled in every direction. Between early morning workouts, parenting, and trying to create structure, I realized I’ve been overco...

In this episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I’m having a real, unfiltered conversation with myself first. This isn’t about blaming other people or revisiting the same pain… this is about accountability. The kind that forces you to look in the mirror and admit that some of your patterns, reactions, and attitudes need work. But we’re also talking about something deeper grief. Because sometimes wha...

In this honest and vulnerable episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I open up about why I didn’t show up on Monday and the deeper emotional space I’ve been navigating. What started as trying to stay strong for my kids has shifted into a stage where the reality of loss is hitting in a new way. I share what it feels like to realize he’s truly gone, not just in memory but in everyday life, while also...

In this episode, I open up about a season of my life where everything feels uncertain, yet deeply intentional. I talk about what it means to close a door without fully knowing what’s next, and the faith it takes to believe something better is coming. I share my journey of stepping into new opportunities, even when I don’t feel fully grounded, and what it’s like trying to rebuild while grieving. I...

The silent struggle is an episode everyone should listen to. let me know what you get from this episode. email me today at msjonespodcast@gmail.com put this episode title in the subject of the email and i will pick an email to reply to on the next edition of For The Love of Mr. Jones Podcast. make sure you stop by www.msjonepodcast.com today and get your official prompt jornal.   Thank You for you...

In this episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I take a moment to slow down and reflect on life, grief, and the quiet shifts that happen when you're stepping into a new season. Yesterday was my daughter’s third birthday, and while it was a beautiful day filled with joy, it was also emotional for me. Since my husband passed away on December 9, 2024, milestones like birthdays feel different. They...

In this episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I’m taking a pause from guests and turning inward. Season 2 started with powerful conversations, vulnerability, and shared healing. But today, I felt led to reflect. To sit still. To look back at the first two episodes and really ask myself: What did those conversations reveal about me? About love? About grief? About growth? This episode is personal. I...

In this powerful episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I sit down with Zayvion, a man wrongfully convicted of second-degree murder in the death of his child and later exonerated through the Innocence Project. We explore the layers of grief he carried losing his child, losing his freedom, and losing his identity and how he navigated life behind bars. We also dive into the unexpected friendship he f...

Still Standing in Love: Faith, Grief & the God Who Sustains (Part 2)   Season 2 continues with Part 2 of our unforgettable conversation with Pastor Jeremiah Richardson. In this bonus episode, we go even deeper into what it means to carry grief and still walk in purpose. We talk about trusting God after devastating loss, the weight of leadership while grieving, and how love doesn’t end when a l...

In this very special Season Two premiere of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I sit down with Pastor Jeremiah Richardson to talk about grief, love, and the wisdom he has gained from life’s deepest experiences. From losing loved ones, a church, and a home, to learning how to love again, Pastor Richardson shares stories, mentorship gems, and spiritual guidance that have left a lasting impact on me and so m...

In this holder episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I return, not to rush forward, but to honor the pause. I reflect on silence, survival, and the becoming that happens when grief reshapes your voice and love learns how to evolve. This episode gently introduces Season Two, officially launching on Valentine’s Day…. a deliberate choice rooted in reclaiming love after loss. Because love doesn’t end...

In this episode, I share what grief has taught me since becoming a widow, not the polished lessons, but the quiet truths that only show up after the noise fades. I talk about the silence that comes when everyone goes back to their lives, the way love changes shape after loss, and how strength doesn’t always look like being okay. I reflect on faith, anger, patience, and the slow process of becoming...

In this bonus episode of For the Love of Mr. Jones, I reflect on the journey of Season One while intentionally pausing before the final episode. This conversation honors the growth, healing, faith, and honest moments that shaped this season, while offering a glimpse into what is ahead. Season Two is coming and will feature interviews with influential community leaders committed to healing, mental...