Listen "191-Blending Families, New Beginnings, and Grief Journeys with Rhema Tolle"
Episode Synopsis
In this heartfelt episode of Widowed 2 Soon, host Michelle Bader Ebersole reunites with returning guest Rhema Tol for an inspiring conversation about hope, healing, and the realities of blending families after loss. Rhema shares honest updates on her journey since remarrying and combining households—navigating the challenges and blessings of raising six kids from two previous marriages.Join Michelle and Rhema as they dive deep into the emotional ups and downs of widowhood, solo parenting, sending children off to college, and building new family traditions while honoring those they've lost. Rhema also opens up about leaving her tenured academic career, following God's call to pursue counseling, and how professional therapy and guided grief prayer have played crucial roles in her healing.You’ll also hear about Rhema’s new podcast, “Restore My Song,” and her heart for ministry, community, and speaking to others who are facing devastating loss. Whether you’re a widow, a parent, or someone supporting loved ones through grief, this episode offers hope, faith, and practical insights for anyone navigating life after loss.Topics covered include:Blending families after widowhoodGrieving with children at different agesRhema’s journey from professor to aspiring therapistThe power of counseling and faith in healing griefPrayer practices for processing lossWidowed parenting milestones, like dropping kids at collegeCreating community for widowsDetails about the “Widow Goals” book, workbook, and upcoming retreatsFind Rhema and the Restore My Song Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or YouTube here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzf26o2GlpNqr4aCRzVJnMg. Interested in the free PDF walking you through intentional grieving practices? Email Rhema at [email protected] and she will send the info your way. Want regular updates on the Restore My Song podcast? Follow them on Instagram @restoremysong or on their newly launched Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61579188734472#. 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 be sent an email on the anniversary of your spouse's passing, wedding anniversary, and more Click HERE to review Widow Goals on AmazonBook Michelle as a speakerGo 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!Click Here to apply to be a guest on Widowed 2 SoonFollow Michelle on TikTokFollow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/widowed2soon_/https://www.instagram.com/widowgoalsSee our videos on YoutubeSubscribe to our YouTube ChannelEmail me [email protected]
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