71 episodes
The Widow Podcast Karen Sutton
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- Health & Fitness
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4.9 • 86 Ratings
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The Widow Podcast is for people experiencing the loss of a life partner, who are looking for hope and support whilst navigating their way through this traumatic life event. If you're feeling stressed, anxious, confused, as if you're just existing day by day or you've felt isolated, disconnected and lonely in widowhood and want to find ways to manage your grief more positively, this podcast is for you.
Hosted by Karen Sutton, The Widow Coach, widow and mum. She'll share the emotional and practical ways to come through the trauma and take steps to begin to thrive. This is the show for you to learn how to accept your emotions, gain a sense of hope and give yourself permission to create a life of peace and balance. You'll discover coping strategies and personal development tools that take you from those dark places to much brighter days. We understand your grieving process and the pressures of bereavement here at The Widow Podcast.
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EP27 Post Death Admin (aka Sadmin)
In today’s episode I speak with Emma Gray, former will and probate solicitor.
Her husband, Simon, a Royal Marine died of cancer in July 2016 at just 38 years old.
Emma’s has had a career change since Simon’s death and has set up Rainbow Hunting to help others through tough times.
Listen as we talk about:
How to get started with the post death admin (aka sadmin)
Understanding the role of the executor of the will
Asking for help as you work through your finances
The importance of recognising what to keep after your person has passed on
Emma Gray: https://www.rainbowhunting.co.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rainbowhuntingmoments/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rainbowhuntingmoments
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/ -
EP26 Nothing Feels The Same
In today’s episode I speak with Nina Nannar, media personality and Art editor for ITV News.
While Nina’s career flourished her peers did not know of her personal struggle as her husband ’s health declined.
Nina shares Steve’s story and his positive outlook on life even though he knew his body was unwell.
Listen as we talk about:
How Steve supported her in her career and kept her grounded
How his positive attitude helped him to enjoy life through the decline of his health
Finding the good in any situation
How to deal with those difficult times and the impact of losing your life partner
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/
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EP25 My Husband Died And I Didn't Get To Say Goodbye
There are so many reasons we don't get to say goodbye. Some know their person is going to die but did not have the opportunity to say goodbye.
Others find out their person passed unexpectedly. No matter the reason many can relate to not being able to say the things they wanted to say before their person passed.
In today’s episode I share the story of when my husband died and how I didn’t get to say goodbye.
Listen as I talk about how we can all find our own way to say goodbye even after our person has passed.
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 -
EP24 A Courageous Story of Grief, Love & Hope
Life can take an unexpected turn from one moment to the next.
Geraldine Mullan shares her story of love and loss and how she faces each day after the tragic loss of her husband John, son Tomas and daughter Amelia in a car accident in August 2020.
Geraldine shares the love that her family brought to each other and how that has helped her navigate her grief after her devastating loss.
Listen as we talk about:
How she finds the courage to move forward with her life
The hardest thing about grief
How Geraldine uses music to stay connected to her family
The importance of keeping her husbands and children's memories alive every day
How Geraldine has faced her fear of the water to help her on her healing journey
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
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EP23 Move Thru Grief
In today’s episode I am talking with Emily Bingham, a Certified Grief Educator, Grief Coach, widow and founder of moveTHRU.
After the loss of Emily’s husband in 2019 she started moveTHRU as a way to give new meaning from her tragedy by helping others to heal.
Emily’s mission is to help anyone who has experienced a loss embrace grief through movement, mindset, and by connecting with a community who understands, and find meaning and purpose in life after loss.
Listen as we talk about:
The decision to share her story on social media
The importance of having difficult conversations about death
How she learned to deal with her grief and also let go of comparison
The power of community in healing
Connect with Emily Bingham:
https://www.movethrugrief.com/
https://www.tiktok.com/@emily_movesthru_grief
https://www.instagram.com/emilypbingham/
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/
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EP22 How do I Die Well?
In today’s episode I am speaking with Louise Blyth who is a widow, a mum and an author.
She wrote a book called Hope is coming. A true story of grief and gratitude.
A book that tells the story of the death of her husband, George and the hope she found through the loss and her life after her husband’s passing.
Listen as Louise shares :
The story of her husband, George and losing his battle with Cancer when he was just 34 years old.
Accepting the inevitability of death for you and the person who is dying
How to prepare and deal with the fear of death
Seeing the signs and allowing to believe in a spiritual world
The impact that faith can have on relationships
Resources:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wonderfulness_of_life/?hl=en
Hope is Coming: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B099N61JCV/ref=redir_mobile_desktop/259-0204124-4332521?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1657438951&ref_=tmm_kin_swatch_0&sr=8-1
Buy the book through Louise's publisher; https://www.yellowkitebooks.co.uk/titles/louise-blyth/hope-is-coming/9781529395525/
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/ @karensuttonwidowcoac
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/
Customer Reviews
Mary Lou
Six months into this journey I was ready to search for others who have experienced the loss of a spouse. Karen, yours was the first podcast I found and I will always be grateful for the insight I found here. You are real, you are compassionate, and I’ve gone back and listened to each and every one of your episodes. You are so very much appreciated 💕💕💕
Podcast
The message is positive and uplifting and look forward to listening to other podcasts.
Widow Peptalk
Thank you! I appreciate your words of encouragement and insight. Love, Debbie