The Widow Podcast

In this episode, I want to give you a widow pep talk. I want to give you some words of encouragement to help you see how courageous, inspiring and incredible you are. In our journey through grief, acknowledging the things that we've done since our person has died can be challenging. Some people find this a little easier while others may feel disloyal. It can be hard to acknowledge the things that we're doing and giving ourselves credit for that. Listen as we discuss: Why we can’t compare ourselves to others and we can’t judge ourselves How there is room in our grief for growth How to take a moment to acknowledge what you are doing Resources: Join my Free Facebook Group ‘Widowed and Rising’ https:// www.facebook.com/groups/widowedandrising Find me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ karensuttonwidowcoach Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ karensuttonwidowcoach/ TikTok http://www.tiktok.com/@karensuttonwidowcoach Twitter https://twitter.com/KarenWidow LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/karensuttonwidowcoach/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNgKpAqSpEdQV2zYJIPaHvg My website https://www.karensutton.co.uk/

How do we find hope during the holiday season when there’s grief? In a season that can be filled with emotional challenges, I hope you find solace and peace in this special Christmas episode. With the help of some of the members in my community we have brought together tips to honour the memories of your loved one, carry on with holiday traditions and practice self-care during the holidays. Join me on a journey of rediscovering joy while honoring the memories of our loved ones. Listen as I talk about: How to prioritise your wellbeing during the holiday season Handling the potential for judgement of others during this time Embracing Joy during a time of grief Navigating conflicting emotions during Christmas Honouring your loved one with holiday rituals and keeping their memory alive Practical tips for self-care to feel good during the holiday season Resources: Join The Widows Membership: https://www.karensutton.co.uk/the-widow-membership Website: https://www.karensutton.co.uk/

In this episode of The Widow Podcast I discuss three important factors to guide you on your grief journey. These factors haven’t been scientifically proven, they’re just from my own experience and from the experience of the people I help in one to one sessions, and in groups. In my experience, the three most important factors are: Rely on your support system, don’t say no to help. It’s important to remember that accepting help isn’t weakness, it doesn’t make you a burden or a bad person. People WANT to help, they want to be there for you, so let them in. Change the narrative. Don’t let your loss define you. Don’t let it impact you negatively for the rest of your life. I had a burning desire to not become a victim, to believe life could be good again. I had no idea how to do it, or even if I fully believed it, but it was a belief and a desire within me, and it can be within you too. And finally, have an open heart and an open mind. Your life isn’t over, even if in that moment and moments to come it feels like it is. It hurts, and it’ll carry on hurting, but don’t close yourself off to new opportunities. Instead of saying no, never, say not right now, maybe in the future, maybe soon. Allow yourself to be open to the possibility of a happy future.

What would life look like to be widowed twice? Clare and Moira are two incredible women in my community who have both been widowed twice. They share their stories of loss, love and the journey of what it’s like to go through widowhood for a second time. Listen as we talk about: How to find love again after the loss of a partner When your children have difficulty accepting your new partner The vulnerability that comes with life after the loss of your person The importance of self-care and self-awareness Reaching out for support from your community and friends Resources: Join my Free Facebook Group ‘Widowed and Rising’ https://www.facebook.com/groups/widowedandrising Find me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ karensuttonwidowcoach Find me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ karensuttonwidowcoach/ TikTok http://www.tiktok.com/@karensuttonwidowcoach • Twitter https://twitter.com/KarenWidow LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ karensuttonwidowcoach/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/ UCNgKpAqSpEdQV2zYJIPaHvg My website https://www.karensutton.co.uk/