Widow 180 The Podcast with Jen Zwinck
When you become a widow, the heartache can be overwhelming. You feel lost. You feel broken. You feel alone. And you find yourself trying to pick up the pieces of your life and function. But I believe that every widow has the capacity to endure, that every widow has the power to overcome and the determination to create a new life filled with meaning and purpose. The Widow 180 Podcast is about turning tragedy, loss and fear into strength and creativity and a new passion for life. It's about self-reflection and realizing that we only have this one precious life to live and that a new life and a new you is achievable.Each week I will be interviewing widows, incredible survivors of loss. These women have taken the lessons they've learned and the insights they've gained and used them to grow and transform themselves. Some have started businesses, went back to school, run marathons, lost 100 pounds, and moved across the world! They made a choice not to be held down.How did they do it? How did they get through their grief? What's their secret? What lessons can we learn from them that will transform our own lives? How can we write our own story because our story isn't over yet? How can we begin our Chapter 2? I hope that you are as inspired by these women as I am. And maybe hearing even just one story will be life-changing for you.
Widow 180 The Podcast with Jen Zwinck
242. 5 Things No One Tells You About Grief After Losing A Spouse!
"I had no idea!" Here they are...5 things no one tells you about grief after losing your spouse—today I am sharing insights from my own journey through sudden loss and widowhood. If you’re struggling with fatigue, overwhelming fear, loss of motivation, unexpected waves of pain, or feeling like a stranger to yourself, you are not alone!
We are diving deep into the emotional and practical realities of grief that often catch widows off guard, offering understanding and hope for those navigating life after loss.
Tune in as we discuss:
- The exhausting physical effects of grief, even in simple daily tasks
- Fears and anxieties about facing life without your spouse, even if you’ve always been independent
- How old priorities like work, health, and routine can suddenly feel meaningless
- The shocking intensity of pain—especially when it comes to parenting and supporting your children
- Feeling unrecognizable to yourself, with unpredictable emotions and reactions
This episode is a must-listen for new widows, those supporting grieving loved ones, or anyone seeking honest conversation about the realities of widowhood.
Plus, we're introducing the New to Widowhood? Start Here! Workbook, a resource designed to help you navigate the first few months after loss.
Get the workbook at https://www.widow180.com/newwidow
Find community and additional support in the Widow 180 Facebook group and on Instagram (@widow180). For more resources, check out the Widow 180 YouTube channel with 200+ videos on everything from dating to parenting to handling in-law relationships after loss.
Whether you're newly widowed or further along in your healing journey, this episode will help you feel seen, understood, and less alone!
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