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Teresa Amaral Beshwate
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Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
94. What to do when something breaks
This episode explains why it’s incredibly hard when things break, and exactly what to do about it. I offer a simple, 4-step process to help. It's not too late to register for next week's free webinar called New Year, More Grief: what to do when it gets worse instead of better. It's happening Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Click here to register: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/new-year-more-grief
2025-01-15
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
93. There's nothing wrong with you
In this episode, I share why the New Year can be extra painful, and offer simple tips to help. Plus I invite you to join me on January 21st 2025 for my free webinar called New Year, More Grief: what to do when it gets worse instead of better. Click here to register: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/new-year-more-grief
2025-01-08
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
92. It's just another day
In this episode, I share why a new year can be extra painful for widowed people, and offer practical tips to help. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. I’ll send you a signed copy of the book, and the accompanying journal, plus you’ll get instant access to a 3-part video series that will help you right away. Click here: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbook
2025-01-01
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
91. A message for you
In this episode, I issue a loving reminder that you can do this day, why your past proves it, and I shine a ray of hope for the future. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. It’s available by going to www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbook I’ll send you a signed copy of the book, the accompanying journal, plus you’ll get instant access to a 3-part video series that will help you right away.
2024-12-25
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
90. Help for the holidays: six simple tips
In this episode, I offer six simple tips that will help to make this holiday season easier. For more help, check out my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed. You'll receive a signed copy of the book, the accompanying journal, plus you’ll get instant access to a 3-part video series that will help you right away. Click here: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbook
2024-12-18
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
89. Opting out of holiday drama
In this episode, I offer practical tips to help you navigate the holiday season in the midst of family drama. Get more help from my best selling book, also called Life Reconstructed. You'll receive a signed copy of the book, the accompanying journal, plus you’ll get instant access to a 3-part video series that will help you right away. Click here: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbook A few private coaching spots are available this month (December, 2024). Learn more at: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-12-11
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
88. Why you shouldn’t be “further along by now.”
In this episode, I address the common and painful thought, “I should be further along by now,” and offer practical tips to help. Get help for the holiday season: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/good-grief-holiday Learn more about Life Reconstructed: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-12-04
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
87. Death anniversaries: how to plan & navigate tough days
In this episode, I share how to approach the date of your spouse’s death, including a helpful mindset, how to plan and navigate the day, and what to do next. Episode 4: Activating the Superpower of Processing Emotions If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I’ve created something else to help you. It’s my free webinar called Good Grief: holiday preparedness for widowed people. Click here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/good-grief-holiday
2024-11-27
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
86. How to deal with painful evenings
In this episode, I share why evenings can be the worst for widowed people, why unhealthy habits can easily happen, and exactly what to do about it. Episode 4 Activating the Superpower of Processing Emotions https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcasts/life-reconstructed-a-widowed-way-forward/episodes/2147925894 If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I’ve created something else to help you. It’s my free webinar called Good Grief: holiday preparedness for widowed people. Click here to watch: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/good-grief-holiday
2024-11-20
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
85. When and how to deal with possessions
In this episode, I offer 5 tips to deal with your person’s possessions, on your terms and on your timeline. For more help, go to https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle
2024-11-13
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
84. Reconsidering your holiday season
In this episode, I encourage you to take a fresh look at your holiday season and make new decisions, at least for this year. Plus, I offer simple ways to talk to your friends and family this holiday season. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, get more holiday prep tips by watching my free webinar called Good Grief: holiday preparedness for widowed people. Click here to watch: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/good-grief-holiday
2024-11-06
08 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
83. Ten truths about grieving your spouse
In this episode, I draw on my own experience plus my work helping other widowed people and offer 10 truths about grieving the loss of your spouse. Main points with links to related podcast episodes: It won’t always hurt like this. Episode 68 Your most important relationship is with yourself. Episode 80 Your brain functions differently in grief. Episode 3 Never believe everything you think. Episode 6 You don’t have to “move on” or “let him go.” Episode 14 and episode 15 Feelings need tending. Episode 4 Relationships change. Episodes 62, 76, 77 and 48 Self-care has never been more important. Episodes 56, 57 and 58 Arguing with reality is extra hard...
2024-10-30
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
82. How to support a widowed person
Welcome to episode 82. While this podcast is for widowed people, this particular episode is for the people who love and want to better support widowed people. It's hard to know how to truly help, and sometimes well-intended efforts end up not being helpful at all. This episode provides simple and practical tips for those wanting to better support widowed people. The best-selling book Life Reconstructed is available here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle
2024-10-23
09 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
81. When life keeps throwing curveballs
In this episode, I’m talking about how to deal with the hard things that happen after the death of a spouse, and I offer 4 practical and simple tips to help. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also titled Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting right away. Simply go to https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lr...
2024-10-16
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
80. Your number 1 relationship
In this episode, I uncover the #1 ingredient needed for life after the loss of a spouse. While most people don’t have it naturally, it can be learned, and in today’s episode I show you how. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also titled Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting right away. Simply g...
2024-10-09
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
79. "How long before I get back to normal?"
In this episode, I answer the question, “How long before I get back to normal?” If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting right away. Simply go to https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle to get started today.
2024-10-02
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
78. “Love is a strong force not connected to breath.” An interview with Gladys Jean Ullstam
Hello and welcome to episode 78. In this episode, I had the honor of sitting down with Gladys, a former client who I met just six months after her dear Gary passed. Gladys shares how she found her way to resources that helped, how she learned to love herself, find joy each day, and what grief and geology have in common. At just 2 ½ years, she shares her thoughts about the future, “I may not know everything my future holds; I just know that I can manage what comes.” Camp Widow: www.campwidow.org The #1 Reason We Stay S...
2024-09-25
58 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
77. Boundaries
Hello and welcome to episode 77. This episode is all about boundaries – what they are, what they are not, and when and how to set them. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and uncertain, check out my free webinar called Confident Decision Making. Sign up to watch and get instant access plus you’ll receive the link via email so you can watch it later. Here is the link to watch: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/confident-decision-making
2024-09-18
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
76. How to deal with difficult people
Hello and welcome to episode 76. In this episode, I offer a fresh perspective and practical tips to deal with the people who frustrate you, and how to navigate the expectations of others. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also titled Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting right away. Simply go to https://www.thes...
2024-09-11
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
75. Why we don't ask for help
Hello and welcome to episode 75. In this episode, we look closely at why many people are reluctant to seek help with their grief, and I offer a fresh perspective on healing. For more help go to www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-09-04
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
74. How to deal with question after question
Hello and welcome to episode 74. In this episode, I explain what to do when your brain poses question after question, keeping you in a painful spin cycle. For more help, go to www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-08-28
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
73. When you feel so lost
This episode is all about feeling lost after your spouse passes. I'll share why this is normal yet hurtful, and offer three simple strategies to help. Join the September 2024 Life Reconstructed group by 8/28 by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/life-reconstructed-group-coaching
2024-08-21
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
72. Why time doesn't heal and what to do instead
Hello and welcome to episode 72. In this episode, I share the replay of my recent webinar, Why Time Doesn’t Heal and what to do instead. You’ll learn why time, in and of itself, does not heal, and in fact how it can stall healing. And I’ll offer simple and practical strategies to help you be intentional about your grief journey. So that you know you’re making efficient strides forward toward a life that is meaningful. Learn more at www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-08-14
1h 10
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
71. How time can stall healing
In this episode, I bust the popular myth that time heals, and explain how the passing of time can actually stall healing. I also offer simple strategies to help you feel better right away. Join me on Tuesday August 13th to learn more about how to dig up beliefs, examine them for truth and usefulness, and find intentional thoughts that serve you well, that help you heal and reconstruct a life of your own creation. Save your spot by going to https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/time
2024-08-07
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
70. Loneliness: what to do about it
In this episode, we take a close look at loneliness, what to do about it, and how to catch any unnecessary suffering that may be attached to it. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also titled Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting right away. Simply go to https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle to get...
2024-07-31
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
69. Chronological age is irrelevant
Hello and welcome to episode 69. In this episode, I urge you to take a close look at your thoughts about your age, how they might be limiting your life after loss, and what else is possible. Books mentioned: www.livelongdieshort.com https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle
2024-07-24
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
68. It won’t always hurt like this
Hello and welcome to episode 68. In this episode, I uncover a sneaky thought that makes grief extra, unnecessarily hard, and offer a simple solution to help. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also titled Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting right away. Simply go to https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle to get...
2024-07-17
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
67. Your story about you
Hello and welcome to episode 67. In this episode, I invite you to take a close look at the story you tell about yourself and I help you decide if it serves you now, in life after loss. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also titled Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting righ...
2024-07-10
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
66. How to know where life is going
Hello and welcome to episode 66. In this episode, I help you decipher where your life is going with four simple and practical tips that you can use starting today. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to check out my best-selling book, also titled Life Reconstructed. It has helped many thousands of people and it can help you, too. If you buy it on my website, you’ll also get the accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better, starting right away. Simply go to https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com...
2024-07-03
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
65. Living, on purpose
Hello and welcome to episode 65. In this episode, I share a personal story of how I went from merely existing to living again. It all started at the cemetery. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to learn more about how your thoughts can help or hinder your healing. It’s all in my free webinar, The #1 Reason We Stay Stuck and What to do About It. Simply click here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/the-#1-reason-webinar
2024-06-26
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
64. When you feel so alone
Hello and welcome to episode 64. In this episode, we acknowledge the void that comes with the loss of a spouse, and examine the thought, “I’m all alone,” how it feels, why it isn’t true, and what to think instead. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to learn more about how your thoughts can help or hinder your healing. It’s all in my free webinar, The #1 Reason We Stay Stuck and What to do About It. Simply click the link in the show notes. https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/the-#1-reason-webinar
2024-06-19
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
63. How to tackle the "have-to's"
Hello and welcome to episode 63. In this episode, I offer practical tips to help you deal with the overwhelming list of “have-to’s” so you can feel better starting right away. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to learn more about how your thoughts can help or hinder your healing. It’s all in my free webinar, The #1 Reason We Stay Stuck and What to do About It. Simply click the link in the show notes. https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/the-#1-reason-webinar
2024-06-12
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
Bonus: An interview with Carole Hustead
Carole Hustead is originally from eastern Texas. She grew up on a dairy farm and met her husband Jerry in college. They married when Carole was 21. Jerry worked for the US Forest Service for 40 years, and during that time, they lived all over the Intermountain west. Jerry passed in 2021, after nearly 58 years of marriage. Carole recently moved back to Texas to a retirement community where she's met new friends, and enjoyed an active lifestyle. Until recently, Carole believed that loving again was fine for others, but not for herself. And then she went to an au...
2024-06-08
32 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
62. Other people's opinions
In this episode, I offer a unique perspective on other people’s opinions and the opportunity they provide to strengthen our own. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to learn more about how your thoughts can help or hinder your healing. It’s all in my free webinar, The #1 Reason We Stay Stuck and What to do About It. Simply click the link in the show notes. https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/the-#1-reason-webinar
2024-06-05
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
61. Thought loops and how to break free
Hello and welcome to episode 61. In this episode, I explain thought loops, their negative impact, and I offer a practical way to break free, so that you can feel better right away. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to learn more about how your thoughts can help or hinder your healing. It’s all in my free webinar, The #1 Reason We Stay Stuck and What to do About It. Simply click here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/the-#1-reason-webinar
2024-05-29
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
60. Self-compassion: four simple strategies
In this episode, I share that while self-compassion doesn’t come naturally, it benefits you and those you love. And I offer 4 simple strategies to practice self-compassion every day. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, I invite you to learn more about how your thoughts can help or hinder your healing. It’s all in my free webinar, The #1 Reason We Stay Stuck and What to do About It. Simply click here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/the-#1-reason-webinar
2024-05-22
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
59. Why it's hard to leave the house & what to do about it
In this episode, I explain why after the loss of your spouse, it’s natural to want to stay home, and I offer 4 steps to get out of the house when you’re ready. Get the best-selling book, Life Reconstructed, it's accompanying journal, plus a 3-part video series to help you feel better today: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle
2024-05-15
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
58. How to boost your energy part 3
This episode is the last of a 3-part series on boosting your energy. In episode 56 I focused on the negative, self-judgmental chatter that happens in your brain, and what to do about it. In episode 57 I offered 4 tips to banish people pleasing so you’ll have more energy for what matters most. And today we’re taking a close look at our natural reaction to difficult feelings, how it’s a massive energy drain, and what to do instead. If you’re interested in learning more about how your brain is functioning differently now, watch my free webinar...
2024-05-08
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
Healing, hope and helping others - Rachel Kodanaz
Rachel was widowed suddenly at age 31 and had a 2-year old and a demanding career that required travel. She has since honored her late husband by completing an Iron Man, found love again, and is now a seasoned public speaker and inspiration to widowed people. In this bonus episode, Rachel shares her story of hope and healing. Camp Widow is one of many programs offered by Soaring Spirits International. Learn more at www.soaringspirits.org and www.campwidow.org Reach Rachel, join her newsletter and see her books at https://www.rachelkodanaz.com
2024-05-01
41 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
57. How to boost your energy part 2
Hello and welcome to episode 57. In episode 56, I shared how brain chatter can be a massive energy drain, and what to do about it. Today we’re taking a close look at people pleasing – why we do it, the energy costs, and what to do instead. Watch my free webinar called Your Brain on Grief. You’ll know the top 3 changes that happen with grief, and exactly what to do about them. You’ll understand yourself better, and you’ll leave with a simple practice to help you feel better today. The link to watch is in the show n...
2024-05-01
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
56. How to boost your energy part 1
This episode is the first in a 3-part series to help you boost your energy levels as you navigate life after the loss of your spouse. To learn more about how your grieving brain functions differently, watch Your Brain on Grief by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/your-brain-on-grief
2024-04-24
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
55. When "strong" looks different
In this episode, I take a close look at strength, and how it looks different in life after loss. If you’re interested in learning more about how your brain is functioning differently now, watch my free webinar called Your Brain on Grief. You’ll know the top 3 changes that happen with grief, and exactly what to do about them. You’ll understand yourself better, and you’ll leave with a simple practice to help you feel better today. Watch by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/your-brain-on-grief
2024-04-17
04 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
54. Navigating awkward conversations
In this episode, I offer simple tips to help you navigate the awkward conversations you very likely encounter after the loss of your spouse. To watch the free webinar Your Brain on Grief, click here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/your-brain-on-grief
2024-04-10
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
53. Courage, widowed style
In this episode, we take a close look at courage, what it looks like, how it feels and how to have more of it. www.campwidow.org www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com
2024-04-03
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
52. Acceptance: what it does and doesn’t mean
In this episode, I offer a clear definition of acceptance - what it means and more importantly, what it doesn’t mean - and how it can help you feel better today. Learn more about Life Reconstructed: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-03-27
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
51. Confirmation bias: how it can stall healing
In this episode, I explain how beliefs drive actions, and how confirmation bias can help or stall healing. Learn more at www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com
2024-03-20
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
50. Three forms of suffering and what to do about them
Watch the Stop Self-Sabotage webinar by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/stop-self-sabotage-webinar Learn more about Life Reconstructed by clicking here: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-03-13
09 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
49. How to be a beginner
In this episode, I share practical tips on being a beginner in life after the loss of a spouse. Download your free Who to Call Plan by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/who-to-call-plan
2024-03-06
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
48. Find your people
In this episode, I share the power of having a grief savvy group of people to support you, and how to find them. Soaring Spirits International's regional and virtual social groups: https://soaringspirits.org/programs/in-person-programs/regional-social-groups/ Soaring Spirits International's Camp Widow www.campwidow.org Join the March 2024 Life Reconstructed group: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-02-28
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
47. Secondary losses: 4 steps to help
In this episode, I acknowledge key secondary losses and offer a simple 4-step process to create for yourself what’s lacking. Sign up for instant access to my recent webinar, Loving yourself through grief, by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/loving-yourself-through-grief-webinar
2024-02-21
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
46. Loving yourself through grief
In this episode, I reveal a key ingredient to healing that is often misunderstood. I share what it actually is (and isn’t), and how to do it. For more watch my free webinar by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/loving-yourself-through-grief-webinar
2024-02-14
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
45. Witnessing the wins
In this episode, I explain why an unsupervised brain is a negative brain, and I offer a simple strategy to witness your wins.
2024-02-07
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
44. The brain is like a juke box
In this episode, we look closely at difficult feelings and how to smooth out the emotional roller coaster that comes with grief.
2024-01-31
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
43. There is no finish line, but there is this...
In this episode, I dispel the myth that grief has a finish line, and offer a more accurate analogy instead.
2024-01-24
04 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
42. Find your people
In this episode, I share why people who love you perhaps don’t understand you, and I offer tips to grow your grief-savvy connections. www.griefshare.org www.soaringspirits.org https://soaringspirits.org/programs/in-person-programs/regional-social-groups/ https://soaringspirits.org/programs/virtual-programs/ www.campwidow.org www.meetup.com www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-01-17
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
Bonus: An interview with Daniel Kopp
NAPFA Questions to Interview Financial Advisors: https://www.napfa.org/financial-planning/consumer-resources Sort financial planners who specialize in widowed people: https://connect.xyplanningnetwork.com/find-an-advisor Discover your Money Script: https://www.bradklontz.com/moneyscriptstest Monarch Money: https://www.monarchmoney.com/ https://wisestewardshipfp.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielmkopp/ Daniel Kopp daniel@wisestewardshipfp.com
2024-01-13
25 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
41. Self-care redefined: 10 tips for widowed people
In this episode, I explain why self-care should look different after the loss of a spouse, and I offer 10 practical self-care tips that you can practice today. Soaring Spirits International's Regional Social Groups: https://soaringspirits.org/programs/in-person-programs/regional-social-groups/ MeetUp: www.meetup.com www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-01-10
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
40. Grief myths and truths
www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2024-01-03
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
39. Time doesn't heal
In this episode, I bust the myth that time heals, and share what actually does. And I invite you to make January a milestone month in your journey. Join Life Reconstructed in January (doors close 12/27/23):
2023-12-27
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
38. It's okay to be okay
In this episode, I offer 3 reasons why feeling okay sometimes leads to feeling terrible, and what you can do about it. Join the January 2024 Life Reconstructed coaching program by clicking here.
2023-12-20
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
37. How coaching is different
In this episode, I explain how coaching is different from other approaches to grief, and specific ways that it can help you. Join the January 2024 Life Reconstructed group coaching program. Doors close 12/27. Learn more
2023-12-13
04 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
Bonus: Grieving families during the December holidays
Welcome to this bonus episode of the Life Reconstructed podcast. It’s for you and for your adult sons and daughters. Because grief doesn’t happen in a vacuum. We grieve as a family. With the December holidays right around the corner, it can be difficult to navigate grief as a family. So I’m very happy to offer this bonus episode, which is part of a series hosted by me and my friend, coach colleague & fellow widow, Pamela Hamilton. Pam coaches adults who are grieving the loss of a parent. She can be found at www.adultsgrievingparents.com or by emai...
2023-12-13
24 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
36. Six lessons that took me 6 years to learn
In this episode, I share what I wish I knew in my first six years of being widowed. Because I traveled the slow road to healing, but you don’t have to. Join the January 2024 Life Reconstructed small group coaching program, or book a free conversation while spots last: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/complimentary-conversation-1?cid=6296e23b-58d3-4b70-b8df-7e85fab91272
2023-12-06
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
35. Simplify the holidays
In this episode, I suggest ways to simplify your holiday season: to do less, spend less, stress less, and rest more. Register for the free webinar Simplify the holidays & magnify what matters most by clicking here: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/simplify-the-holidays-webinar
2023-11-29
04 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
Bonus: An interview with Darryl Taylor
Coach Darryl Taylor shares his story of cancer caregiving and parenting of 3 boys, the importance of finding people who get it, and: * His evolution of becoming a husband and later a widower and how it relates to Michelangelo's David. * His experiences of being misunderstood as a widower. * Grieving with children of various ages. * How his love for his late wife continues to grow and deepen, and how he honors her AND has added capacity for love. * The path forward and his ability to be comfortable with the unknown.
2023-11-26
38 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
34. Grieving is learning
In this episode, I offer a simple method to debrief your Thanksgiving holiday experience so that you can get all the lessons out of it and revise your strategy for the next holiday or special occasion. Get your Life Reconstructed book bonus bundle here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle
2023-11-24
08 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
33. Practical tips to navigate a Thanksgiving gathering
In this episode, I share how to navigate the noise, people and conversations at Thanksgiving. Get more help for the holidays with my new book bundle. It includes the best-selling book Life Reconstructed, the accompanying journal and a 3-part video series that will help you feel better, today. It's a package deal normally priced at $197, but available at an introductory rate of just $37. Get yours here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle
2023-11-15
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
Bonus: Grieving families during the holidays
Welcome to this bonus episode of the Life Reconstructed podcast. It’s for you and for your adult sons and daughters. Because grief doesn’t happen in a vacuum. We grieve as a family. As we in the US are looking at the Thanksgiving holiday being right around the corner, it can be so difficult to navigate grief as a family. So I’m very happy to offer this bonus episode, which will be part of a series hosted by me and my friend, coach colleague & fellow widow, Pamela Hamilton. Pam coaches adults who are grieving the loss of a pare...
2023-11-14
34 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
32. Thanksgiving prep for your grief
In this episode, I offer six simple tips to plan for Thanksgiving in a way that allows for grief, and prevents unnecessary suffering.
2023-11-08
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
31. How gratitude can stall healing
In this episode, we look closely at gratitude, how it can sometimes be used as a weapon, and what to do instead.
2023-11-01
08 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
30. Extreme exhaustion: 6 tips to help
In this episode, I acknowledge the extreme exhaustion that comes with the loss of a spouse, and I highlight 3 types of unnecessary exhaustion that are optional. Plus, I share six practical tips to alleviate exhaustion.
2023-10-25
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
29. Three steps to finding you
www.meetup.com https://www.eventbrite.com/ https://soaringspirits.org/ https://soaringspirits.org/programs/in-person-programs/ https://soaringspirits.org/programs/virtual-programs/ https://www.griefshare.org/ For more help recreating your identity in life after loss, go to www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com
2023-10-18
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
28. When you feel stuck
Get more help: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/complimentary-conversation
2023-10-11
04 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
27. An interview with Indu Chatham
In this episode, life coach Indu Chatham shares how she built a strong relationship with herself after the death of her husband, and how she helps others do the same. Reach Indu at https://www.induchathamcoaching.com/ Instagram @indu_chatham Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/indu.chatham
2023-10-04
58 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
26. Who am I, now?
Many widowed people struggle with identity. In this episode, I share how entering a new chapter does not erase the last one, and how we can honor our person as we continue to write our story.
2023-09-27
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
25. Bridges and ladders to new thinking
In this episode, I explain how to believe what feels impossible right now, and how to feel better, today. Join us in the October, 2023 Life Reconstructed small group coaching program. https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/complimentary-conversation
2023-09-20
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
24. Emotional courage
In this episode, I explain why we naturally avoid pain, why avoiding pain actually makes things worse, and I offer a simple 3 step process to help. Learn more at https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2023-09-13
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
23. Decision fatigue
In this episode, I explain decision fatigue, and how to develop the skill of making decisions now, in life after loss. www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2023-09-06
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
22. Overcoming overwhelm
In this episode, we take a close look at overwhelm, why we feel it, and what to do about it, so we can start taking action. https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/work-with-me
2023-08-30
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
21. Why negative is natural
In this episode, I explain why you might be feeling so incredibly negative, why that's completely normal, and what to do about it.
2023-08-23
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
20. Scarcity or abundance?
In this episode we look closely at scarcity, how normal it is for those who have lost a spouse, and how sufficiency is also an option.
2023-08-16
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
19. Is familiar discomfort keeping you stuck?
In this episode I’ll explain familiar discomfort vs. unfamiliar discomfort, and how one can keep us stuck while the other can lead us forward. Learn more at www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com
2023-08-09
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
18. The fear factor
In this episode, I explain why grief and fear go hand in hand, how to calm the panicky brain and stop living in fear. Learn more at www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com
2023-08-02
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
17. Beliefs, on purpose
Hello and welcome to episode 17. In this episode, I explain how beliefs drive action, for better or worse, and how to create a belief plan so that you can believe true and useful thoughts, on purpose. Click here to download your free Belief Plan: www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbook
2023-07-26
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
16. Finding freedom in forgiveness
In this episode I explain what forgiveness really is, how to know when to forgive and I offer a simple 3 step process for forgiveness.
2023-07-19
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
15. Why you don't have to "move on"
2023-07-12
04 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
14. Why you don't have to let him go
https://widowedresilience.org/ https://widowedresilience.org/category/interdisciplinary-research/
2023-07-05
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
13. Wrestling with reality
In this episode we examine two reasons why we argue with the reality of loss, what acceptance does not mean, and what you can do to feel better today.
2023-06-28
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
12. Got guilt?
In this episode we take a close look at guilt and regret, how they can keep us stuck and suffering, and what to do to break free. https://www.amazon.com/Life-Reconstructed-Finding-Happiness-Rebuilding/dp/0578311542
2023-06-21
08 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
11. Power over the past
In this episode, we take a close look at the painful past and its potential to limit your life now, or launch you toward a life of your own creation. Free webinar: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/your-brain-on-grief
2023-06-14
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
10. Pain is different than suffering
In this episode we distinguish between pain and suffering. You’ll understand how to deal with each, which will lighten your load, starting today.
2023-06-07
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
9. Actions create results
This episode is all about action, how actions happen (or don’t happen) and how actions add up to create results. If you struggle with not feeling motivated to do what you want to be doing, this episode is for you.
2023-06-01
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
8. Feelings drive action
Hello and welcome to episode 8. This episode is all about taking action. So if you can’t seem to get yourself to do what you want to do…… or, on the other hand….. if you don’t understand why you do the things you’d rather not be doing….this episode is for you.
2023-05-24
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
7. Thoughts create feelings
Hello and welcome to episode 7. In this episode you’ll learn why you feel the way you feel, why you experience a roller coaster of emotions on any given day, and what you can do about it.
2023-05-18
05 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
6. Don't believe everything you think
In this episode, we look closer at our thoughts, how they’re different from facts, and how to become fierce editors of our own thinking.
2023-05-10
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
5. The brain's response to pain
In this episode, I share the 3 ways the brain naturally reacts to emotional pain, and a fourth option that’s a game changer in grief.
2023-05-03
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
4. Activating the superpower of processing emotions
In this episode I discuss the wide range of normal human emotions – comfortable and uncomfortable – and how to activate your superpower of processing uncomfortable emotions.
2023-04-27
08 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
3. Your brain on grief
In this episode, I share some ways that the brain functions differently because of grief, and I offer 3 steps to help.
2023-04-27
06 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
2. The "right" way to grieve
In this episode, I share that the #1 right way to grieve is your way, on your terms and on your timeline. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.
2023-04-27
07 min
Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward
1. Grief lesson #1: the measuring stick
In this episode I share my story, and the first lesson I learned from grief that carries me through every single day.
2023-04-19
07 min