112 episodes
The Widow Podcast Karen Sutton
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- Health & Fitness
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5.0 • 4 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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EP28 Remembering His Light: Celebrating My Late Husband’s Birthday – A Widows Reflections
How do you celebrate a loved one's birthday after they've passed?
Join me for a very special episode as I talk about my late husband's birthday and how I've navigated the eight years since his passing.
You'll hear about the pain, the healing, and the importance of community support.
Listen as I talk about:
The emotional journey of celebrating our loved one's birthday after they’ve passed
The support from family and friends to help you cope with the grief
The evolution of your grief over the years and its impact on your life
My reflections on life, love, and the legacy of my late husband
Resources:
Join The Widows Membership:
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EP27 Embracing Farewells: Exploring Funerals, Living Wakes And The Art Of Goodbyes
It’s never easy talking about, planning, or attending a funeral. Jess May, fully accredited and double Award-Winning Funeral Celebrant joins us as we open up the discussion around funerals and how we can approach funerals in a way that celebrates life.
Jess is a specialist in Living Wakes and Memorials with a passion for telling your stories in meaningful ways.
From unconventional funeral practices to living wakes, there are more options to explore that you may have not yet considered.
Listen as we talk about:
Exploring unconventional funeral practices like living wakes and the importance of open conversations.
Understanding options and navigating end-of-life care for both those grieving and those caring for someone at the end of life.
Jess's own unique story and how it informs her work as a funeral celebrant.
The significance of approaching funeral planning with an open heart and mind to create meaningful ceremonies.
Resources:
Join The Widows Membership:
https://www.karensutton.co.uk/the-widow-membership
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EP26 Widowed Love: Carrying Their Legacy Forward
It can sometimes feel hard to keep the memories of our loved ones going after they’ve gone.
How do we continue on with their legacy so that they live on in our hearts even when the memories start to fade?
Join Karen as she shares her journey and discusses how to continue the legacy and memory of your loved ones.
Listen as she talks about:
Ways to preserve the legacies and memories of your loved ones.
Exploring the different parts of grief and its transformative power in shaping identity and relationships.
How to be empowered and embrace change while still honouring the essence of those we've lost.
Practical ways to stay connected to our loved ones after they passed.
Resources:
Join The Widows Membership:
https://www.karensutton.co.uk/the-widow-membership
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EP25 Building Resilience in the Face of Loss
How do we begin to build resilience after experiencing the loss of our loved one?
Karen shares her ABC's of resilience and the importance of finding hope and purpose in widowhood.
We’ll explore how to begin to bounce back and adapt when we are coping with grief.
Listen as I talk about:
Cultivating a growth mindset to overcome challenges and embrace possibilities
Acknowledging everyday acts of bravery and stepping out of our comfort zone
Practicing self-compassion and caring for your own needs
Finding inner drive and desire to create a meaningful life after loss
Resources:
Join The Widows Membership:
https://www.karensutton.co.uk/the-widow-membership
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EP24 Navigating Health Anxiety After Loss; Insights For Widows
There is one thing that can be difficult to talk about after becoming a widow and yet it is one of the most important topics to discuss.
How anxiety about your own heath can occur after losing your life partner.
This is a common challenge that many widows face and it’s important to know that you are not alone.
Listen as Karen talks about:
Noticing and understanding the heightened health anxieties that often follow the loss of a loved one
Listening to your body's signals and reaching out for support when needed
Tools & strategies to work through health anxieties
Learning how to embrace self-compassion and self-care for healing
Resources:
Join The Widows Membership:
https://www.karensutton.co.uk/the-widow-membership
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EP23 Embracing Your Unique Grief Journey: Letting Go Of Comparisons To Widows
Have you ever found yourself comparing your grief journey to others? You’re not alone.
Many widows may compare their unique grief journey to others at some point but this can take a toll on your personal well-being.
Join me as we discuss finding your own way through grief and releasing the need to compare yourself with others who are grieving too.
Listen as I talk about:
The common tendency among widows to compare their grief journeys
Finding meaning and fulfilment in life rather than comparing oneself to others
Practicing self-compassion and grounding oneself in the present moment
The underestimated impact of grief on your daily life
How grief can shape your personality, priorities, energy and identity
Resources:
Join The Widows Membership:
https://www.karensutton.co.uk/the-widow-membership
Website: https://www.karensutton.co.uk/
Customer Reviews
Widow pep talk episode 14
This really hit deep, it was exactly what I needed to hear today. Thank you Karen!x
Karen is my saviour
I’m young widow this podcast is really helpful to me. I thought maybe I’m the only one who is struggling to cope but Karen is always helping me I’m gaining strength again.
Thanx karen 🤍