Widowhood is the state of being a widow or widower: a person whose spouse has passed away. This is a situation that no one wants to be in, but it is something that can happen, and that you and your family should be prepared for financially. When this kind of painful, life altering event occurs, it's important to have the structure in place for you and your family to be protected, and this year on Financially Ever After Widowhood, Stacy Francis is going to be talking to a diverse lineup of ex ...
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A young widow and her twin discuss love, loss, support, and new realities.
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A young widow challenges the expectations that society puts on those experiencing the death of a partner. Through raw honesty, shared realities, and candid humour, expect to learn everything you never knew about being widowed... @thewidowhoodpodcast on Instagram and Facebook. Contact: thewidowhoodpodcast@gmail.com TRIGGER WARNING: This podcast deals with themes of death, sex and contains explicit language.
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Many people talk about the ups and downs of married life, but few prepare for the worst-case scenario when a spouse passes away. Marriage is a journey, a stage in life shared by two people on a path that is meant to be walked together. But what happens when you lose your partner? How does one deal with this permanent separation? Welcome to Tina's Widowhood Real Talk, a safe space for widows and widowers, as well as their loved ones, to talk and listen to stories of love and loss. Tina R. For ...
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A Mother's Grief: Finding Strength And Healing After Loss With Cheryl Scruggs
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"It is what it is. I'm going to live here out loud." Cheryl Scruggs joins Tina Fornwald for a raw and vulnerable conversation about navigating the turbulent waters of a mother’s grief. After experiencing a series of devastating losses, including the passing of her daughter, Stephanie, Cheryl opens up about her struggles with mental health, suicidal…
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Estate Planning After a Wrongful Death with Mary Beth Heiskell
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What rights do families truly have when a loved one’s death might have been preventable? In this insightful episode of Financially Ever After, Stacy Francis sits down with Mary Beth Heiskell, a seasoned legal expert in wrongful death cases, to unravel the often-hidden financial and legal challenges families face when tragedy strikes. From the right…
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Turning Loss Into Legacy: The Power Of Estate Planning With Adam Zuckerman
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Estate planning is more than just paperwork—it’s about securing a legacy for your loved ones. In this powerful episode, Adam Zuckerman, founder of Buried in Work, shares how the loss of his father motivated him to build a company focused on transforming estate planning into a meaningful process for families. Adam talks about the importance of prepa…
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Understanding The Realities Of Widowhood
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The journey of widowhood can be a lonely road, but remember, you're not alone. In this episode, you'll find a raw and honest look into the complexities of widowhood. It breaks down the enduring nature of grief, debunking the myth that it magically fades after a year. This episode reflects on how losing a spouse transforms identity and emphasizes th…
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Mind-Body Connection: Navigating Grief Through Movement with Dr. Gina Williams
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Can prioritizing your health make you more financially secure? In this episode of Financially Ever After Widowhood, Stacy Francis speaks with Dr. Gina Williams, a physical therapist and advocate for holistic well-being, about how wellness influences every aspect of our lives, including finances. Together, they explore practical ways to prioritize h…
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Here With You: Navigating Grief As A Family With Kellie Kaminskas
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Journey through love, loss, and healing with the heartwarming children’s book Here With You. Join Kellie Kaminskas, the author, as she shares her journey as a widow and how she found solace in writing a book to help children understand grief. Her son, who lost his father at a tender age, played a crucial role in the creation of this book. Together,…
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Mourning To Meaning: Teresea Archaga On Healing, Loss, And Finding Purpose
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In this episode, we welcome Teresea Archaga, a Certified Grief Counselor and support group practitioner with the American Academy of Grief Counseling, who has turned her mourning into a mission to help others. Teresea has experienced several significant losses in her life which led her on a journey of healing and self-discovery, and she has made it…
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How to Support Grieving Loved Ones with Hope Reger
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How to Support Grieving Loved Ones Are you struggling with grief and seeking support? In this episode of Financially Ever After Widowhood, Hope Reger, a passionate advocate for those experiencing loss, shares her journey and insights on coping with grief with Stacy. She highlights the importance of recognizing the unique challenges that come with g…
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Permission To Grieve: Getting Through Loss With Suzanne Jabour
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In a society that does not know how to properly deal with people who are getting through the loss of a loved one, one must learn how to give themselves permission to grieve in their own way. Suzanne Jabour, a certified grief educator and transformational coach, is changing the paradigm around grief through her very own three-pronged approach. She e…
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Awaken & Renew Grief Coaching With Emily Curtis
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Join Emily Curtis, as she shares her journey as a widow and how she transformed her challenges into hope and purpose through grief coaching. Emily shares her raw journey of loss, revealing the unique bond forged among those who have lost their partners. They explore the realities of widowhood, the challenges of discussing loss, and the community’s …
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Maximizing Your Inheritance: Smart Tax Strategies with Deborah A Schaub
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Are you maximizing your tax strategies to avoid costly pitfalls? In this episode of Financially Ever After Widowhood, financial expert, Deborah Schaub, shares with Stacy Francis crucial insights into effective tax planning. With a background working for Fortune 500 companies like Price Waterhouse and IBM, Deborah founded CNB Accounting in 2016 to p…
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Supporting Children Through Grief With Deborah Brown
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As adults, we hold the power to make a world of difference in the lives of grieving children. Deborah Brown, Director of Grief Information for Teachers and Services, shares her journey and invaluable insights into supporting young people through difficult times in this enlightening conversation. She discusses the importance of understanding childre…
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Coping With Grief After An Accident With Todd Lingel
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Losing a loved one so suddenly after a vicious accident is truly heartbreaking. They do not simply leave your life, but they do so without warning. Todd Lingel faced this same situation when he lost his mother and sister in a road crash. In this episode, he shares how he started Kares Foundation to honor their memories by guiding teens and young ad…
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Solo Aging: Navigating Life and Healthcare Without a Safety Net with Dr. Gerda Maissel
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Solo agers, people without traditional family supports, are an increasingly common demographic. Dr. Gerda Maissel, a private patient advocate, joins Stacy Francis on Financially Ever After Widowhood to discuss the challenges solo agers face, especially in navigating the healthcare system. Dr. Maissel’s expertise as a physician has led her to help i…
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The Journey Of Healing: Moving Through Grief With Addie Green
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Moving through grief is like navigating a winding path, filled with unexpected twists and turns, but ultimately leading to a sense of peace and healing. In this poignant episode, Addie Green unravels her remarkable journey of moving through grief. From the emotional struggle of losing loved ones to the serendipity of new beginnings, Addie’s tale is…
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A Grieving Daughter's Journey From Pain To Purpose With Paula Foster
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Many cliches have become cliches because they’re uncannily true, and one of those cliches is, “There is purpose in your pain.” It’s not some empty, abstract statement designed to console someone who’s grieving. When we truly understand what this means, that purpose shows up in concrete ways, often changing the lives of other people in the process. …
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Widow With A Purpose: From Victim To Victor With Shevetta Washington
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Widowhood is a challenging journey, but it can also be empowering, not only to the widow herself, but to other widows around her. Widows thrive in community. They thrive in a place where they get to share their stories and hear the stories of others. This is what Shevetta Washington aims to achieve through her initiative, Widow with a Purpose. Shev…
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The Young Purposeful Widow: Navigating The Journey Of Being A Widow While Discovering Her New Life With Tomice Scott
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Today’s episode delves into the love, heartache, and resilience of a phenomenal woman who defied the odds. Tomice Scott, a Mental Health Counselor, faces challenges like teen pregnancy, relationship instability, and societal pressures, yet she perseveres and achieves her goals of getting an education and becoming a successful mother. She leads us i…
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The team at Financially Ever After is taking a brief summer pause to line up an amazing new series of guests for you in the fall. So relax, enjoy the end of the summer, and if you have some time, catch up on any episodes you've missed! You'll find the entire archive at FrancisFinancial.com/Podcast. We'll be back on September 17th.…
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A Mother's Sorrow And Determination With Shamel Mouzon
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No parent should ever bury their child. But unfortunately for Shamel Mouzon, she was not able to escape the tight grip of a mother’s sorrow. Nevertheless, she did not let grief pull her down. I talk with this amazing and determined woman who talks about dealing with the sadness of losing her twins. She opens up on her struggles with her marriage, c…
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The Deadbook: Grief, Legacy, And A Good Plan With Tripp Tillery
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Imagine losing a loved one and finding solace in their extraordinary foresight. This episode dives into the poignant journey of our guest, Tripp Tillery, who shares how a TikTok project led him to honor his mother's legacy. Inspired by his mother Susan's meticulous The Deadbook, our guest reveals the emotional and logistical challenges she faced as…
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Navigating Estate Planning with International Assets with Paula Jones
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Paula Jones, a trust and estate attorney, discusses the complexities of estate planning and taxation for U.S. citizens with international assets or family members abroad. She highlights the U.S. system of taxing worldwide income and assets, in contrast to other countries' residency-based taxation. Paula also talks about other subjects she specializ…
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A Second Chance At Beautiful Love: Navigating Grief And Dating With Marketta Davis
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Grief and dating do not exist in opposite poles. There is no hard and fast rule on how long someone should wait to date after being widowed. Grief for a spouse never goes away, and if we treat grief and dating as mutually exclusive, we’re never going to have another chance at creating a wonderful romantic relationship with another human being. But …
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Experiences Of A Black Widow With Marketta Davis Part 1
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Marketta Davis had nothing to her name when she agreed to marry Danny. All that mattered to her was to be with the man he truly loved. But while she was pregnant with their child, her husband transitioned and left her all alone. In this first part of our conversation, she looks back on her fondest memories with Danny and how she literally became a …
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[Replay] Empowering Families in End-of-Life Decision Making with
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When faced with a terminal illness diagnosis, your emotions can be overwhelming. You still need to navigate the legal aspects, however, to ensure that you and your loved ones are protected. Stacy Francis’ guest this week is Alison Arden Besunder, a partner in charge of the Trust and Estates department at Goetz Fitzpatrick. Alison has extensive expe…
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Mind, Body, Spirit: The Holistic Approach To Life Coaching With Britany Patsfield
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Traditional therapy isn’t for everyone. Explore holistic life coaching, where you’ll find a supportive guide to navigate grief, rebuild your life, and reach your full potential. In this enlightening episode, holistic life coach Britany Patsfield shares her profound insights into holistic life coaching and emphasizes the importance of addressing the…
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A Father's Journey Of Love And Purpose After A Traumatic Loss With David Roberts
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Discover the profound journey of Dave Roberts, MSW, LMSW, in this heart-wrenching episode as he tells the devastating loss of his daughter, Janine, to cancer at just 18. With a career dedicated to helping others through addiction and grief, Dave shares his deeply personal story, reflecting on Janine’s brief but impactful life and the lessons her st…
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Unraveling Social Security for Widowed Parents
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This week on Financially Ever After Widowhood, you’ll enjoy a powerful crossover episode with the Modern Family Matters Podcast. Stacy Francis joins Steve Altishin, Director of Client Partnerships at Pacific Cascade Legal, to dive deep into the intricacies of social security laws and how they impact widowed parents. Stacy and Steve discuss the fina…
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Life After Loss: A Transformative Grief Journey With Alethea Felton
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Discover the unexpected way a friendship has led our guest on a transformative journey. In this deeply moving episode, Tina Fornwald sits down with Alethea Felton, a dynamic High Performance/Transformational Coach and host of The Power Transformation Podcast. Althea shares her poignant story of losing two of her closest friends. Through her reflect…
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The Things That Keep Us Young: Shifting Your Mental Perspective To Enjoy Life While Living With Sheila Finkelstein
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When you lose the love of your life, it’s easy to succumb to regret, to the what ifs and what could have beens. But our departed love would have loved us to carry on living to the fullest. How does one transcend grief and learn to enjoy life while living? Sheila Finkelstein helps us make this powerful mental shift so we can learn to deal with loss …
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The Roadmap After Loss with Judy Heft
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Are you prepared for the financial complexities of widowhood? In this episode, Stacy Francis and Judy Heft, a financial and lifestyle concierge, discuss essential steps to take after the loss of a spouse. From assembling a support team to navigating benefits like social security and veterans' benefits, you’ll have a roadmap to help guide you throug…
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A Double Widower’s Journey Through Dating, Healing, And Parenting With Isaac Byrd Jr. Part 2
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In part two of our heartfelt conversation with Isaac Byrd Jr., a two-time widower navigating life at 42, we follow his journey of single parenting, dating, and connecting with a community online. Discover how Isaac turned to TikTok during the pandemic, not to go viral, but to find solace and companionship, hosting Taco Tuesday live sessions that cr…
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Stories Of A Double Widower With Isaac Byrd Jr. Part 1
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It is indeed not easy to deal with grief after losing someone dear to you. But what if you have to go through the same pain twice? Joining me in this conversation is Isaac Byrd Jr., who opens up about what it is like to be a young double widower. We explore the lessons and realizations from his two partners who have transitioned to the next life, a…
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Transforming Grief into Support with Eloise Bune
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What does the word widow mean to you? This is a question today’s guest thinks we should all be asking because it could use a new definition. In this Financially Ever After Widowhood episode, Stacy Francis speaks with Eloise Bune D’Agostino, the founder of DayNew, a company and community to support people through life-changing events. They discuss t…
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From Grief To Growth: How Financial Coaching Can Be Your Lifeline With Cheyenne Syverson
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Feeling lost after a life change? Divorce, grief, or just tired of living paycheck to paycheck? This episode's your lifeline. Tina Fornwald talks with financial coach Cheyenne Syverson of Inspiring Solutions 4U about how to find your financial footing after a life-altering event. They explore the surprising power of financial coaching, especially f…
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From Despair To Summit: Following The Trail To Healing And Transformation With Keith McNally
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Have you ever felt completely lost after a major life event? Tune in to this powerful episode, where Tina Fornwald welcomes Dr. Keith McNally to share his profound journey of overcoming personal grief and health challenges. From surviving a heart attack to rebuilding his life after loss and unemployment, Dr. Keith offers heartfelt advice on coping …
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Hidden Money Sources with David Silversmith
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What if you could uncover free money that is rightfully yours? In this episode of Financially Ever After, host Stacy Francis unveils the hidden world of unclaimed funds with guest David Silversmith, a CPA and certified financial planner at Eisner Advisory Group, LLC. They discuss the staggering amount of unclaimed funds available, how they can accu…
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A Mother’s Love: Navigating Grief After Losing An Angel With Jessica Garland
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Join us for a deeply moving episode as we explore the profound journey of Jessica Garland, whose life was forever changed by unimaginable tragedy. From the joys of motherhood to the depths of grief, Jessica bravely shares her story of love, loss, and resilience in the face of adversity. Jessica opens up about the loss of her daughter, Kendra. From …
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Navigating The Tough Part Of Grief Together With Tina Fornwald, Founder Of Widowhood Real Talk With Tina
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Navigating the grief process is hard, and nobody knows just how tough it is better than the person who is going through it. But even the most challenging aspects of the whole healing journey are surmountable with the right mindset and tools. In this episode, Tina Fornwald takes special attention to speak to us about navigating the tough part of gri…
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Mastering Medicare with Riitta Schoenfeld
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What are the key considerations when navigating the complex world of Medicare and health insurance as you approach age 65? In this episode, Riitta Schoenfeld, a Medicare expert, delves into the intricacies of Medicare, discussing eligibility, different plan options, penalties, and the importance of understanding your healthcare coverage. Join us as…
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Honoring My Mom, The Black Panther: A Trailblazer’s Legacy With Kimberly Anderson
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This Mother's Day, let's celebrate the women who shape our lives with unwavering love, strength, and endless support. Join us for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation with Kimberly Anderson. She shares her remarkable story of honoring her mother, a trailblazer who defied societal expectations at 15 and built a strong, loving family. Through…
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Traveling Through Grief: A Mother’s Loss Weeks Before Her Wedding With Jazmyn Kent
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There’s no set timeline for healing; like a trip, there are unexpected turns, roadblocks, or challenges. And that path can be challenging when you lose your child at the hands of your relative. No matter how you lost your child, joining a group like Traveling Through Grief is your first step to finding comfort and building a support system. In this…
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Terminal Illness and Long-Term Care with Candace Dellacona
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Do you know what steps to take and how to keep yourself secure in the face of a devastating medical diagnosis? In this episode of Financially Ever After Widowhood, host Stacy Francis talks to Candace Dellacona, a family lawyer who helps older adults plan for their future. They discuss how to prepare for long-term care and protect your assets, such …
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Fred Colby On How A Widower Handles His Grieving Process
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There are almost four million widowers in the United States alone. Unfortunately, there are very limited resources and services available that could help them with their grieving process. Fred Colby, a widower himself, is on a mission to make a real difference in this alarming matter. In this conversation, he shares how he raises awareness about th…
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Healing Through Grief: Insights From Soul Healer And Ascension Teacher, Isabelle Zimmerman
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“We will not ascend as a species without going through our grief.” In this insightful episode, Tina Fornwald speaks with Isabelle Zimmerman, a Soul Healer and Ascension Teacher on a mission to illuminate the transformative power of connecting with your Spirit Guides. Isabelle shares her expertise in HeartMath and meditation, emphasizing their benef…
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Moving Forward or Moving On after Loss with Nikki Sewell
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When you suffer a loss, should you move forward or move on? Nikki Sewell, a therapist with a personal experience of profound loss, offers a unique perspective on navigating grief and moving forward after the death of both her husband and father by the age of 30. With over 17 years of experience in grief counseling, Nikki emphasizes the importance o…
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Cosmic Parenting: Raising Children As A Widow With Amy Balchune
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When you lose a spouse that you had kids with, you’re not just losing a key part of your life. You’re also losing your biggest support in one of life’s biggest challenges – rearing your children to become the best people they are meant to be. How do you do that when you’re suddenly left on your own? Amy Balchune went through this experience a few y…
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Charniah Wilson: The Woman Behind Grief Is Ghetto
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What happens if you utilize the vast reach of social media to spread the joy you discovered from your own sadness? This is exactly what Charniah Wilson is doing through her TikTok, Grief is Ghetto. In our inspiring conversation, she shares how losing her partner in an unexpected tragedy encouraged her to open up about her grieving journey to a wide…
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The Healthcare Crisis for Widows with Deb Gordon and Beth Battaglino
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Have you considered the true cost of healthcare for women, especially in the face of widowhood? Forbes reports that women pay nearly $15 billion more than men in health costs. In this episode of Financially Ever After, host Stacy Francis is joined by Beth Battaglino, the CEO of Healthy Women, and Deb Gordon, the co-founder of Umbra Health Advocacy.…
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A Deep Legal Talk On Grief With Lawyer Michelle Farley
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Losing a loved one is not just a roller coaster of emotions; it is also an experience full of legalities and paperwork. In this episode, I sit down with lawyer Michelle Farley to have a legal talk about grief, exploring how to get organized for the eventual passing of a partner, a parent, a relative, or even yourself. She explains the importance of…
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