Listen "185- The Power of Widow Community "
Episode Synopsis
In this deeply honest and inspiring solo episode of Widowed 2 Soon, host Michelle Bader Ebersole opens the door to her everyday life—filled with travel, milestones, and meaningful moments of both joy and sorrow. Now five years into her widow journey and remarried, Michelle shares the tender experience of attending a 50th wedding anniversary with her new family—a celebration of enduring love that stirred both gratitude and grief.She unpacks the power of widow and widower community, drawing from her time at multiple retreats across the country, including a recent “It’s Lifey” gathering where she witnessed incredible breakthroughs among “baby widows” just months into their loss. With raw reflection and uplifting encouragement, Michelle explains why connection with those who truly understand is so vital—regardless of where you are on the journey.From practical tips on finding local or online support groups to a sneak peek into her vision for a future, faith-based widow retreat (yes—you’re invited to help dream it up!), this episode offers hope, solidarity, and spiritual encouragement for every stage of healing.Whether you’re newly widowed, further along, or supporting someone who is—this episode reminds you: healing takes time, but you never have to walk it alone.What You'll Hear in This Episode:The bittersweet emotions of celebrating milestones after lossStories of instant connection and healing at widow retreatsHow to discover or start a local widow support groupGrief’s ripple effects on blended families and remarriageMichelle’s go-to resources—books, groups, podcasts & moreClick HERE to order Michelle’s book Widow Goals: Steps to Finding Peace When You Lose Your SpouseClick here to be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click Here to get your own Empowered Widows Empower Widows Sweatshirt ( use the code Widowed2Soon for a discount!)Go here to see a list of all the areas we have Widow Goals GroupsTo join our podcast listener community send me a message here, thank you!If you have been touched by this podcast, please consider donating to the non-profit we are under, Widow Goals. In addition to this podcast, Widow Goals provides Grief Recovery Classes, Social Media support, resources, and local and soon-to-be national events. You can give tax-free here; thank you!Click Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 SoonFollow Michelle on TikTokFollow us on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/https://www.instagram.com/widowgoalsSee our videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelEmail me [email protected]Nonprofit Widow Goals
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