✨ 5 Goal-Setting Tips for Widows, Even When You’re Grieving ✨ Grief can make goal setting feel impossible, but it’s possible to move forward, even with a heavy heart. 💔 Here are 5 tips that helped me—and can help you too—take small steps toward healing and intentional living in 2025: 1️⃣ Start Small: You don’t need big goals right away. Small steps lead to big change. 🌱 2️⃣ Choose a Word of the Year: What’s something you want to feel more of in 2025? Let it guide you. 💫 3️⃣ Be Gentle with Yourself: Grief is exhausting. Celebrate small wins and take things slow. 💛 4️⃣ Focus on What You Can Control: Focus on actions, mindset, and showing up for yourself each day. ✨ 5️⃣ Set Goals that Align with Your Healing: Set goals that nurture your soul—healing, self-care, joy. 🌻 If you're feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know you're not alone. 💕 Need help moving forward? Join the Brave Widow community to start setting intentional goals, healing your heart, and rebuilding your life with support. We're here every step of the way. 👉 What’s your word for 2025?? #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower

Merry Christmas to you all! 🎄🎁 Take care of yourself, and know that you are not alone in this journey. Wishing you peace and comfort today and always, Karen 💛 #christmaswidow #widowchristmas #widows #widowshelpingwidows #widowsofinstagram

In the midst of the holiday flurry and cheery questions of: “Are you excited about the holidays?” “Do you have all of your Christmas shopping done?” “What are you doing for Thanksgiving?” There are widows who smile politely while their hearts are breaking. While they are screaming on the inside. It’s not a happy holiday season. It’s a season of dread… Of crushing loneliness… Of feeling unseen and forgotten. Of trying to figure out this weird, new reality. Of desperately wishing the chair next to them wasn’t empty. It shouldn’t be this way, but it is. This holiday season, love on that widow (or any grieving person). Ask about their person. Ask about their heart. Invite them to join you. Listen. Offer a hug. Let them know you see them as they are. And you care. Your time and attention is the most priceless gift you can give. #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomIife #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks #griefawareness #griefcoach #griefrecovery #griefshare #griefhealing #griefwork

Celebrating 13 widows who have joined the Brave Widow Membership Community this past week. Here’s what they had to say… 🙌 “WOW! I’m so excited and grateful!” 🥹 “You’ve been such a blessing to me!” ☺️ “This is a phenomenal opportunity—I know you’ll offer great value.” 🥰 “Having you by my side is such a relief. God led me to you, and I’m forever grateful.” 😌 “ I can live life again.” 🥳 “This has been a HUGE blessing.” YOU can be the next one. Click the link in my bio to join. #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomIife #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks

✨ As the holidays approach, here are my top ways to honor your person’s spirit and keep them close through this season of grief. ✨ Swipe through for 8 meaningful ways to honor their memory while navigating the holiday season: 1️⃣ Carry a Keepsake Wear something of theirs—like a watch, ring, or cozy sweater. Having a small reminder close by can bring comfort. 2️⃣ Travel to Their Favorite Place Visit a place they loved. It might be bittersweet, but sharing stories and memories in that spot can feel healing. 3️⃣ Hang Their Stocking Fill their stocking with treats or small items they loved. It's a gentle way to bring them into the celebration, and you can even enjoy some of their favorites, too. 4️⃣ Include Them in Gatherings Set a place at the table, light a candle, or display their photo. Creating a small tribute in your gatherings keeps their presence close. 5️⃣ Take a Break from the Norms Holidays can be overwhelming. Give yourself permission to step back, rest, or even create new, simpler traditions. 6️⃣ Community and Service Give back in their honor. Volunteer, donate, or support a cause they cared about. It’s a way to honor their legacy and feel connected to them. 7️⃣ Enjoy Their Favorites Watch their favorite movie, listen to their go-to music, or make a meal they loved. Celebrating their favorites can feel comforting and grounding. 8️⃣ Start a New Tradition Create something new that brings you peace and joy. New traditions help you move forward with them still in your heart. 💛 Remember: There is no right way to “do” the holidays while grieving. Honor your loved one in ways that feel right for you, and give yourself permission to feel it all. ✨ Share this post if you think someone else might need these gentle ideas for the season. #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomIife #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss

Losing a spouse is ranked as the most stressful life event a person can go through. And if you’re here, you don’t need a ranking to tell you that, do you? It’s not just about losing the person you loved. It’s about losing the life you built together. It’s losing the plans, the routine, even the feeling of knowing who you are in the world. And the hardest part? Watching life move forward while you feel frozen, unsure how to even begin moving with it. Here’s the truth that took me a while to understand: Healing isn’t about “moving on.” It’s about learning how to carry both your love and your loss forward in a way that brings you peace. It’s about finding small moments of joy and hope again, redefining life on your terms. If you’re here, maybe you’re ready for a way forward. But you don’t have to do it alone. There’s a whole community of people who truly get this journey—people who are also learning to navigate loss and find strength on the other side. This path is possible, and you can create a life that holds both the memories and the future you deserve. I’m here to guide you. Take the next step by clicking the link in my bio to schedule a free consult call with me. #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomIife #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks #griefawareness #griefcoach #griefrecovery #griefshare #griefhealing

🌿 Rediscovering Life After Loss: Ali’s Journey of Resilience 🌿 When you lose the person you thought you'd spend forever with, finding a way forward feels almost impossible. 💔 In this week’s Brave Widow Show, I sit down with Ali, a clinical social worker and widow, who shares her deeply moving story of love, sudden loss, and the journey through grief. Ali’s husband, Jordan, was an exceptional person—an engineer, a loving partner, and so much more. After his sudden passing from an undetected heart defect, Ali found herself navigating life as a widow and single mother. Through moments of overwhelming pain, she leaned on the support of family, especially her mother-in-law, and learned how to live a life that honors both her love for Jordan and her own dreams for the future. In this episode, we talk about: ✨ Letting go of guilt and finding self-compassion ✨ Finding purpose and peace after loss ✨ The power of support and community For anyone in grief, Ali’s story is a reminder that while loss may alter our path, it doesn’t have to end our journey toward joy and purpose. ❤️ If you’re navigating widowhood or know someone who is, this episode is for you. Tune in, and find hope in Ali’s words as she shares practical advice, encouragement, and the strength it takes to live life fully once more. 👉 Listen now & let me know what resonates most with you (link in comments). #BraveWidow #LifeAfterLoss #GriefToGrowth #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmoms

📖 Battling Brain Cancer, Grief, and Finding Faith: Ilissa’s Journey of Healing In this powerful episode of The Brave Widow Show 🎙️, Ilissa opens up about her emotional journey through grief, faith, and healing after losing her husband of 20 years to brain cancer. 💔 From navigating clinical trials and hospice care to facing deep regret and overwhelming grief, Ilissa shares how she found strength in her faith to rebuild a life filled with hope and joy. If you’ve ever felt lost in your grief or wondered how to move forward, Ilissa’s story will inspire you to embrace your emotions and find purpose again. 🌿✨ 🎥 Episode Highlights: 🧠 The battle with brain cancer 💫 Spiritual moments in her husband’s final days 💪 Finding faith and resilience in the face of loss 📖 Practical advice for widows, widowers, and those struggling with grief 👉 Watch now [Link below] and join us in the Brave Widow Community for support, connection, and encouragement on your journey to healing. #WidowJourney #GriefHealing #FaithAfterLoss #BrainCancerAwareness #FindingPurpose #bravewidowshow #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomIife #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks #griefawareness

Are you a widow thinking about dating again? 😔💔 You might be feeling things like: * Who’s going to want me? * Am I too old? Too overweight? * What if I have to settle or be lonely forever? * Will I ever be ready to put myself out there again? I get it, because I’ve been there. 💯 When I first thought about dating, I was scared. It took months before I put a real picture on my profile (I used a picture of the sky 🌅 at first). I was embarrassed, anxious, and didn’t even know where to start. For so many widows, the idea of dating stirs up feelings of guilt, shame, and confusion. We didn’t want to be here, learning how to date again. We were wives, not girlfriends. But dating after loss doesn’t have to be terrifying. You can be ready for love again, set healthy boundaries, and attract the right kind of person without losing yourself in the process. 💬 If you’re ready to take that next step with support from others who understand exactly what you’re going through, join our Brave Widow Community. We’re here to help you navigate the mind drama, regain your confidence, and open yourself to new possibilities—all on your terms. 💪 You’re not alone in this. Join us and let’s take this journey together. Comment below or DM me to learn more! #WidowJourney #DatingAfterLoss #BraveWidowCommunity #YouAreNotAlone #GriefHealing #DatingAgain #SelfLoveJourney #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomIife #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks #griefawareness #griefcoach #griefrecovery #griefshare

When Nathan died, I remember feeling completely stuck—like my life had come to a screeching halt. The weight of grief, the loneliness, and the overwhelming question of “What now?” felt impossible to navigate. Maybe you’re feeling this way, too. Maybe you’re caught between the pain of the past and the uncertainty of the future, unsure how to take that first step forward. I get it. 💔 That’s why I created Brave Widow—to help other widows get unstuck and move forward in their lives. We tackle the hard stuff together, so you don’t have to feel like you’re carrying it all on your own. Whether it’s grief, guilt, or simply finding the strength to dream again, I’m here to help you rebuild your life with intention and love. You deserve to move forward. You deserve a life you love, even after loss. Together, we can get you there. Comment below or dm me to learn more. #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomI #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks

✨ *How Travel Helped Me Heal Through Grief* ✨ After losing my husband, the thought of traveling — especially solo — felt overwhelming and impossible. But something inside me knew that if I could rebuild my confidence, I could also rebuild my life… one step, one trip, at a time. And you know what? Travel turned out to be one of the most **healing** things I could’ve done for myself. 🌍 **Healing Through Adventure** When you’re grieving, stepping outside your routine can help shake off the heaviness. Travel, even just a weekend trip, helped me connect with new places, people, and experiences — all of which gave me little pieces of myself back. 💪 **Regaining Confidence** At first, the idea of traveling alone was overwhelming. But with each trip, I learned to trust myself again. I realized I *could* navigate airports, explore new places, and even have fun on my own. The more I traveled, the more my confidence grew — both in travel and in life. 💛 **Embracing Life Again** I’ve found that when you travel, you allow yourself to dream again. You begin to see that there’s still so much beauty, joy, and wonder in the world. It doesn’t mean grief disappears, but it does mean you start making space for more life. If you’re feeling stuck in your grief, consider taking that first trip — even if it’s just a short drive away. **You’re stronger than you think**, and regaining your confidence will not only make travel possible, but it will also help you embrace the beautiful life still ahead of you. Want to learn how to travel with confidence again? Drop me a comment or DM to learn more. ✈️💛 #BraveWidow #HealingThroughTravel #GriefRecovery #SoloTravel #LifeAfterLoss #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomI #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks #griefawareness #griefcoach #griefrecovery #griefshare

Why does loneliness feel so overwhelming? (1/3) After losing your spouse, the silence, the empty space — it can feel unbearable. 💔 But you’re not alone in feeling this way. It’s normal, and there are ways to cope. Did you know… Widows lose 75% of their social circle in the first year after their spouse’s death? 75%!! 😢 Set small social goals. 🏠 Reach out to one person. ☕ Go for coffee with a friend. 🖥️ Join an online community of people who understand your journey. Progress happens in small steps. Build a routine that includes connection. Routines help us feel grounded. 📅 Schedule calls with friends or check-ins with loved ones. 👥 Join a group where you can connect regularly, even if it’s virtual. You’ll feel more connected, and it’s easier than trying to go it alone. Ready for more? 🎧 Tune in to this week’s episode of the Brave Widow Show! Learn how to navigate loneliness and take practical steps toward feeling more connected and supported. 🔗 Link in bio to listen! You don’t have to do this alone. 💛 Feeling stuck or lonely? Join a group of widows who are learning how to heal, find hope, and move forward. ✨ You don’t have to face this journey alone. Comment READY below to get started. #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmomI #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss

🎶 I thought I was doing everything right… I went to counseling, read the books, joined support groups… But there I was, at another one of my kid’s choir events, fighting back tears. 💔 My heart twisted in knots. Their dad should be here. They should feel the full support of their family. And once again, I asked myself: What’s wrong with me? Why can’t I just enjoy these moments without breaking down? I felt like I was doing everything to heal, but grief kept reminding me how much power it still held. The guilt, the regret, the weight of the past—it all came rushing back. 😔 It wasn’t until after months of searching that I finally found the path to freedom. A way to embrace healing, gratitude, and life beyond grief. This is for you if… ✨ You want to enjoy life again without constantly being pulled back by grief. ✨ You feel stuck, like no matter what you do, it’s never enough. ✨ You’re tired of feeling knocked down, even after all the effort you’ve put into healing. There is a way forward, and I’m here to help. 💛 Join the Brave Widow Community and start your journey to healing. ✨ DM me or use the link in my bio. #widow #griefjourney #healing #bravewidowcommunity #hope #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmom #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks #griefawareness

🖤 Feeling like life is spinning out of control? In this episode, I’m diving deep into what to do when everything feels overwhelmingly chaotic and how to find peace by creating a sense of routine and normalcy. Here are five key areas we cover in the first stage of widowhood: 1. The Importance of Routines 2. Prioritizing Self-Care 3. Building a Support System 4. Emotional Healing 5. Spiritual Connections Episode link in comments. Ready to take the next step on your healing journey? Schedule a consult with me through the link in bio or Comment/DM me READY! 💬 #ChaosToCalm #WidowSupport #FindingNormalcy #GriefJourney #SelfCare #EmotionalHealing #WidowCommunity #BraveWidowShow #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmom #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss

Join us at Awakening Hope from the 9th - 13th September by visiting the link in bio 💛 #widowcoach #widowhelp #widowsupport #widowadvice #widows #widowsofinstagram #youngwidows #widowedandyoung #widowmembership #widowhood #widowlife #widowcoachprogramme #widowcoaching

One week ago we moved to our new house. For the next few days it felt like… 🌎My world was turned upside down 📦There were reminders of chaos everywhere 📋The to-do’s were piling up 😴I desperately just wanted a sense of normalcy and rest And I was reminded of my grief journey. Life can feel overwhelming and exhausting. Fortunately I was able to coach myself with the same tools I use for clients on finding peace in the midst of a storm. If you’re craving a sense of peace, calm, and routine… Joining the Brave Widow Mastermind will walk you through the steps of how to get there. Comment below or DM me to learn more. #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport

How did this happen? What just happened? There's this absolute element of just incredible shock. You can't even just comprehend. And you're just sitting there being like, no? I feel like this is is this a movie? At any second is someone going to come and be like, haha, big joke on you. And I remember sitting there at the funeral and being like, no, he's going to wake up any second, right? He has to wake up. This can't actually be happening. It can't be happening. I'm just thinking there this whole time. I remember it's awful, but I used to sit there and be like, Oh my God what if he wakes up? What if this is just all wrong? And now what? He's buried. Like, how does this work? And I remember being like, okay, this is not logical. You're not thinking clearly, but at the same time, there's just like an absolute unacceptance. Like your physical being just cannot accept. Especially in instances where it's so sudden, like there's no warning. You're asking the doctors what happened? And they're like we don't know we don't know what caused it. We don't know why it happened. Watch the episode here: youtu.be/jRJ8fkTO2cA The first 3 people who contact Saubia will receive 4 free coaching sessions taking place weekly over the course of 1 month. You can find Saubia here: instagram.com/innernorthcoac… #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed

When your person dies, so many things suddenly feel pointless. Your goals… Your dreams… Your travel plans… After all, what does it matter if your person isn’t there to see it? (Instead, it actually stings when these things come to life without them there.) Finding a sense of meaning and purpose post loss can be tricky to navigate. Common thoughts around this are: 💡How can I find anything that lights me up again? 😔 What’s the point in trying? 😱 I feel guilty for wanting to be happy. 😳 What will other people think? The good news is that you can move beyond all of these thoughts and find your path to purpose and meaning again. To find your exact next step, join me Monday 8/19 for the What’s Next Webinar. During this event I’ll uncover some of the sneaky grief things that confuse us and hold us back and help you discover the next step that’s right for you. BONUS: at the end of the webinar, I’m announcing the Brave Widow Mastermind. The Mastermind is a high-touch group coaching experience where you will get to track progress and clearly see how you are MOVING FORWARD over time. It’s something I’ve tested with a few private 1-1 clients, and I’m ready to share it with the group. Doors will be open 8/19 - 8/25. Join us live on Monday 8/19 for the What’s Next Webinar and learn more about the Mastermind by registering here: bravewidow.com/next #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom #widowedmom #widowedandyoung #griefquotes #griefandloss #griefsucks #griefawareness

Every decision used to feel heavy. After Nathan died, everything I thought I knew suddenly felt… different. It really shook my confidence. Life seemed incredibly fragile and uncertain. I went overboard with installing a major security system, stocking up on cash in my savings account, and doing anything I could to keep my family SAFE. This new version of me didn’t feel the same, and I hated it. I didn’t know anything about servicing the lawn mower, replacing an HVAC unit, or how to organize all the man-tools. 🫣 But… One day I decided I needed to surround myself with my own board of directors. A group of people who were experts at what they did who could help me talk through the options. I knew from my leadership experience that I didn’t need to have all the answers… I just needed to be resourceful and look to the people who do. This was a game changer for me in building back my confidence. Learn more on Monday 8/19 for the What’s Next Webinar where you’ll learn the exact next step you should take to move forward and build confidence. Sign up here: bravewidow.com/next #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport #widowed #widowshelpingwidows #widowstrong #widowmom

We lose ourselves when we lose our spouse. Everything we thought we knew about reality… changes. Including our confidence. Whether it’s confidence in decision-making or traveling or raising the kids… We end up doing a lot of second guessing. The good news is that you can rebuild the confidence you once had. In the Self-Trust System I teach widows how to build confidence that lasts. Join me Monday 8/19 for the What’s Next Webinar where you’ll learn the exact next step you should take to move forward and build confidence. Sign up here: bravewidow.com/next #widow #widowed #widowhood #widowlife #widowsofinstagram #widowshelpingwidows #grief #griefcoach #griefshare #griefsucks #griefquotes #griefsupport #griefjourney #griefandloss #griefrecovery #lifecoaching #lifecoach  #widow #widowlife #widower #widows #widowsupport