Listen "EP34 Cultivating An Inner Belief When Widowed"
Episode Synopsis
When Orla Blackburn’s husband died in 2018 she felt helpless and numbed by the grief. It was in yoga that she began to heal.
From her experience Orla Blackburn became a Grief Yoga Guide and Mentor for the widowed to help them find space in body and mind.
Her guidance allows others to heal as they discover their own self-belief and self-confidence. Through her experience she also discovered the healing benefits and power of yoga and meditation for children as well.
Listen as we discuss:
Connecting movement, breath and mindfulness to get into a calmer state
The importance of having a supportive network and community
Utilising yoga as a form of healing and a release of grief
Creating a safe space to release grief
Supporting young children after’s a loved one’s passing
How yoga can help children and families
Learn more about Orla Blackburn:
https://www.orlablackburn.com
FB private group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/beyondbereavementintobravery
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oyogaxo/[email protected]
Widowed Parent Retreat https://www.orlablackburn.com/weekend-widowed-parents/
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/
More episodes of the podcast The Widow Podcast
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Investing In Yourself After Loss
13/10/2025
Navigating Loss in Your 60s and 70s
22/09/2025
Showing Up For Yourself in Grief
01/09/2025
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