Widowed 2 Soon; Advice on Faith, Mental Health, and Dating Again
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Through raw stories and practical wisdom, widow Michelle helps others find healing and connection in the widow journey while raising teens.
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Michelle Bader Ebersole shares a heartfelt recap of the fourth Widow Goals Retreat and reflects on why community matters so deeply after loss.From worship, small groups, breakout sessions, and meaningful conversations to the ropes course, zip lining, line dancing, and Widow’s Prom, the retreat was filled with connection, laughter, courage, and healing. Michelle shares some of the moments that stood out most, including the “You Are Chosen” crown ceremony and the joy of watching women arrive as strangers and leave with real friendships.She also talks about the unexpected ways women found Widow Goals through social media, the podcast, word of mouth, and conversations that seemed to happen at exactly the right time.This episode also gives a glimpse into what is next. Michelle introduces AGAIN, a new chapter focused on helping women rebuild after grief, loss, trauma, or major life change, and shares details about the first AGAIN Retreat coming August 19–22, 2027, near Portland, Oregon.At the heart of both Widow Goals and AGAIN is the same message: healing takes community, hope can return, and joy can exist alongside grief.You can’t go back, but you can live again. 🩵Pictures from the recent WG retreat Information about the AGAIN retreatGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals GroupsClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderConnect with Michelle on FacebookBook a free coaching consultation call with Michelle HEREClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle’s book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Follow Michelle on TikTokFollow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/michellebaderebersoleSee my videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube Channel
In this solo episode, Michelle Bader Ebersole shares a life update as she prepares to head to the Widow Goals Water Walking Faith Retreat—and gives a peek into what’s next for the podcast and the growing AGAIN mission.As life continues to change, Michelle reflects on entering a new season with her kids growing up, what God has been stirring in her heart, and why she feels more excited than ever about helping people rebuild after life doesn’t go according to plan.She also shares something she learned early in her own grief journey: healing became her job.Healing doesn’t mean forgetting, moving on, or pretending everything is okay. It means being willing to feel what you feel, ask for help, find safe people, learn about grief, and keep taking the next step—even when you would rather find a way around the pain.Because as much as we wish there were a shortcut through grief, there isn’t.A behind-the-scenes update as Michelle prepares for the Widow Goals Water Walking Faith RetreatThe beauty of bringing widows together for healing, friendship, faith, and communityAdjusting to a new season as Michelle’s children grow up and life continues to changeWhat’s ahead for Widowed 2 Soon and the growing vision for AGAINWhy Michelle feels called to expand the conversation beyond widowhood and talk about rebuilding after many kinds of loss and life changeThe Scripture behind AGAIN and the hope found in Psalm 71:20The AGAIN framework: Acknowledge, Get to Know Who You Are Now, Allow Others In, Identify What’s Next, and Navigate Your New LifeA first look at the AGAIN Retreat coming August 19–22, 2027Why Michelle decided to treat healing like it was her job after Luke diedThe importance of counseling, grief resources, community, and allowing yourself to actually feelWhy there is no shortcut through griefA simple Goodwill moment that became a reminder about gratitude, judgment, and giving people grace“I decided to treat healing like it was my job.”“There is no shortcut through grief.”And maybe most importantly:You can’t go back, but you can live again. 🩵Connect with Michelle on FacebookBook a free coaching consultation call with Michelle HEREJoin the Widow Goals Online Community and get Michelle’s Widow Goals Course use code podcast for a free monthClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle’s book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals GroupsFollow Michelle on TikTokFollow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/michellebaderebersoleSee my videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube Channel
Sharmen McCollum lost her husband, Rob, and her mother on the same day. In this episode of Widowed 2 Soon, Michelle Bader Ebersole talks with Sharmen about the life she and Rob built together, the day everything changed, and the long road of healing that followed.Sharmen shares honestly about recovering from her own injuries while grieving, the people who showed up for her, and the loneliness and questions that came afterward. She also talks about how journaling, grief support, and Scripture have helped her take the next step.If you are wondering how to keep going when life changes in an instant, Sharmen’s story offers a reminder that you do not have to walk through grief alone.In this episode:The life Sharmen and Rob sharedLosing her husband and mother on the same dayRecovering physically while grievingAccepting help from family and friendsFinding support through journaling, counseling, and faithBook a free coaching consultation call with Michelle HEREJoin the Widow Goals Online Community and get Michelle’s Widow Goals Course use code podcast for a free monthLearn More About Michelle’s Widow Coaching Program HereClick Here to Register for the Widow Goals Fall RetreatClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle’s book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderFollow Hayley's Parent Loss Goals Ministry Here on IGHere on FBClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals GroupsFollow Michelle on TikTokFollow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/https://www.instagram.com/widowgoalsSee my videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube Channel
Re-entering social spaces after losing your spouse can feel incredibly vulnerable. Places and gatherings that once felt completely normal can suddenly feel awkward, overwhelming, or even painful.In this mini-episode of Widowed 2 Soon, Michelle Bader Ebersole walks through Goal 6 from her book, Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your Spouse: Re-enter Social Spaces with Confidence.Michelle shares honestly from her own experience of stepping back into the world after Luke died—from a large family gathering where she suddenly felt very aware of being “the widow,” to an everyday trip to Walmart, to a girls’ night that became unexpectedly painful.She also talks about something people who haven’t experienced deep loss may not understand: acknowledging someone’s grief is almost always better than pretending it isn’t there.And re-entering the world doesn’t mean your grief is over. Grief doesn’t disappear because time has passed, because you're smiling again, or even because you've begun a new relationship or remarried.The goal isn’t to force yourself to be “back to normal.” It’s to begin taking small, intentional steps toward community again.Join the Widow Goals Online Community and get Michelle’s Widow Goals Course use code podcast for a free monthLearn More About Michelle’s Widow Coaching Program HereClick Here to Register for the Widow Goals Fall RetreatClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle’s book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderFollow Hayley's Parent Loss Goals Ministry Here on IGHere on FBClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals GroupsFollow Michelle on TikTokFollow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/https://www.instagram.com/widowgoalsSee my videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube Channel
Anxiety can show up in grief when you least expect it—even if you’ve never struggled with anxiety before.In this solo episode, Michelle Bader Ebersole continues her Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your Spouse mini-series with a conversation about anxiety after loss. Michelle shares how anxiety showed up for the first time after her husband Luke died and how trauma can cause our bodies and minds to react to situations years later as though the loss is happening all over again.Through personal stories, practical tools, and Scripture, Michelle reminds widows that anxiety after loss isn’t something to be ashamed of or surprised by. She shares grounding techniques, the importance of having trusted people to call, and ways to recognize the fearful thoughts that can quickly spiral into worst-case scenarios.Michelle also talks about the fear that can come with loving again—including her own fear of becoming widowed a second time when she became engaged to Joel.At the center of the conversation is Philippians 4:6–7 and the reminder that when fear feels overwhelming, we can bring what we’re carrying to God.Why anxiety can appear for the first time after losing your spouseHow trauma can make a fear feel physically realMichelle’s first experience with anxiety after Luke diedHow witnessing death can affect the nervous system long afterwardA later experience in downtown Portland that unexpectedly brought Michelle back to the trauma surrounding Luke’s deathGrounding techniques for bringing yourself back into the presentHow automatic negative thoughts can turn one fear into an entire worst-case storyWhy health concerns and fears surrounding our children can become especially intense after lossThe importance of identifying people you can call when anxiety spikesPhilippians 4:6–7 and using prayer and thanksgiving when fear takes overThe fear of loving again after widowhoodMichelle’s fear of being widowed twice when she became engaged to JoelPractical steps for responding to anxiety instead of allowing it to control youJoin the Widow Goals Online Community and get Michelle’s Widow Goals Course use code podcast for a free monthLearn More About Michelle’s Widow Coaching Program HereClick Here to Register for the Widow Goals Fall RetreatClick HERE to learn about the Widow Goals Support Program Click HERE to order Michelle’s book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick HERE to order the Widow Goals WorkbookClick HERE to order the Widow Goals Workbook Leader GuideClick HERE to apply to be a Widow Goals Group LeaderFollow Hayley's Parent Loss Goals Ministry Here on IGHere on FBClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonGo here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals GroupsFollow Michelle on TikTokFollow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/https://www.instagram.com/widowgoalsSee my videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube Channel
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