Join me this week as I’m sharing some examples from my own life of how, once I embraced the thought-feeling-action connection, everything changed. Whether you’re struggling with parenting, getting back to work, or even reentering the dating scene (more on that on a later episode) then this episode is going to give you so much more power than you ever thought possible. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/22...
Oct 28, 2019•21 min•Ep. 22
Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss why nobody can ever comprehend exactly what you’re going through, even other widows. Instead, you’ll discover how you can reframe your own thoughts about their perception of you, allowing you a way of out the inevitable judgment cycle that awaits if you choose to believe that other people’s understanding of you is important. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/21...
Oct 21, 2019•20 min•Ep. 21
Tune in this week to discover how your cognitive bias could be holding you back. Whether you think you’re a bad mom, that you’ll never find love again, or even that you think someone you have to deal with regularly is a jerk, this episode should put things into perspective for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/20
Oct 14, 2019•25 min•Ep. 20
Tune in this week to discover the difference between grief and mourning, where you’re at in your journey, and how to identify how much you have moved on, and what’s to come as you adjust to life without your person. It’s time to start defining your future and deciding, on purpose, how you want to see the world that you are living in. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/19
Oct 07, 2019•31 min•Ep. 19
Join me this week as I discuss why we lack confidence during this time in our lives, the beliefs that we have about our confidence that prevent us from working on it, and how you can build your confidence and self-confidence (yes, there is a difference) without having to change the world around you. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/18
Sep 30, 2019•29 min•Ep. 18
Ever wished for a customized program to help you move through the parts of grief that are keeping you stuck? Something to teach you the tools that grief support groups and therapy haven’t? An online way to learn from someone who has already helped hundreds of widowed moms create futures they love? If this is you, visit https://www.CoachingWithKrista.com and click on “request a consultation” now.
Sep 26, 2019•14 min
Tune in this week and discover why grief is something we will never be able to leave behind, but also why that in itself is not a bad thing. This is a short and sweet episode, and the concept might be a little daunting to wrap your head around, but I wouldn’t be sharing it if I didn’t think it was 100% true. Get full show notes and more information here: http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/17
Sep 23, 2019•16 min•Ep. 17
Tune in this week as I share some of the mental drama that occurs when deciding what to do with your person’s possessions. I’m also giving you my personal journey through handling my husband’s belongings, just in case there’s something that resonates with you in there. This process is different for everyone, but I’ve got some considerations for you that might make this process a little less daunting for you. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachingwithkrista.com/16...
Sep 16, 2019•31 min•Ep. 16
Tune in this week as I discuss why we believe that we have lost our identity, what gets in the way of us really trying to define ourselves after loss, and how we can reframe our thoughts, allowing us to redefine our identity without having to look outside of ourselves. I’ve been there and, trust me, it isn’t easy, but it is possible. Get full show notes and more information here: http://coachingwithkrista.com/15
Sep 09, 2019•21 min•Ep. 15
How to use your own grief experience to help your child get through theirs. It’s impossible for us to make them feel better, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help them get to a better place. I’m sharing some things to consider and thoughts you should keep an eye on, as well as some amazing resources so that you are truly never alone in this. Get full show notes and more information here: http://coachingwithkrista.com/14
Sep 02, 2019•30 min•Ep. 14
This week we're discussing the "have-tos" and pressure that we pile on ourselves and why it doesn't have to be this way. We'll talk about why we disempower ourselves when we tell ourselves we "have to" do things and how to coach ourselves out of this mindset. I'll also share some client stories with you about choosing to do things rather than feeling obligated to do them, and why this can be such a positive mental shift. Get full show notes and more information here: http://coachingwithkrista.co...
Aug 26, 2019•16 min•Ep. 13
Trying to have a say in the actions of others or the events of our lives makes us feel like we’re doing something about our situation, but it’s actually taking focus off the things we can have a say over – the things that will help us grow from our trauma. Tune into the podcast this week to discover how owning it in the right way will start benefitting you right now. There are four things you can own in this lifetime, and I want you to own them from a place of self-love and compassion. Get full ...
Aug 19, 2019•26 min•Ep. 12
In this episode, we're talking about how to think about the anniversary of your husband's death in a way that honors your feelings and capacity on the day. Just like grief, there's no one way to approach this day. We'll dig into why people have expectations about how you "should" act, why you should leave those "shoulds" behind, and how to feel confident determining your own desires around this day. I also share some great ideas for remembering, celebrating, or just thinking quietly about your h...
Aug 12, 2019•20 min•Ep. 11
I've learned so much since my husband died: about myself and what I'm capable of; about my children and how resilient they are; and about life and how to live it. Things have, of course, not always been easy without him. But there have been so many opportunities for learning and growth since he passed away, too. I wanted to share some of these lessons with you today. Get full show notes and more information here: http://coachingwithkrista.com/10...
Aug 05, 2019•28 min•Ep. 10
We often don't recognize that there is a difference between pain and suffering. They're actually completely different in that one of them is part and parcel of the human experience by design, and the other is completely optional. Today, I want to clarify the difference to help you create a new story, to see that the suffering you might be experiencing is totally changeable. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachingwithkrista.com/9...
Jul 29, 2019•19 min•Ep. 9
In this episode, I'm introducing you to the concept of post-traumatic growth. We'll talk about the definition of trauma and why it's a unique experience for everybody, why it's an inevitable part of life, and why trauma can be a springboard for growth. I'll also talk to you about why you don't have to have experienced PTSD in order to experience post-traumatic growth. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachingwithkrista.com/8...
Jul 22, 2019•29 min•Ep. 8
Today I want to tell you the same story three times, each with a different interpretation. I want you to listen closely and notice the differences between these three versions of the same story. And then I want you to apply this concept to your own life. What stories are you telling yourself that no longer serve you? This isn't an easy task, but it's an incredibly valuable practice - and I hope it helps you as much as it's helped me. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachin...
Jul 15, 2019•27 min•Ep. 7
In today's episode, we'll talk about what widow fog is, some of its common symptoms, and why your brain protects yourself in this way. I share some of my own experiences with widow fog and talk about a bit of the science behind this phenomenon. And, most importantly, I offer some tips for how to handle widow fog and how to have compassion for yourself as your brain heals from its emotional loss. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachingwithkrista.com/6...
Jul 08, 2019•19 min•Ep. 6
In this episode, I'm talking about powerful questions for widows and how to make the most of your brain's natural filter. We'll walk through some of the different questions that widows commonly ask themselves and why our questions so often reinforce our current beliefs. We'll cover how you can start asking neutral or even positive questions about the world that will serve you far more than negative questions ever could. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachingwithkrista.co...
Jul 01, 2019•22 min•Ep. 5
This is a list of twenty-five things I hope you remember when people around you are questioning your grieving process, asking if you’re okay, or telling you that it’s time to move on. Many people are well-meaning but don’t have any real idea how to comfort someone who’s grieving; you are ultimately the only person that knows what's right for you. It’s important to remind yourself that you’re entitled to grieve however you want and need to – and this list might be exactly the reminder you need. G...
Jun 24, 2019•32 min•Ep. 4
Join me today as I break down the three most common ways of dealing with emotion and why they are not serving you. I'm also offering you a fourth way to process your emotions that will help you to start feeling better right now. This tremendously valuable skill is something that will serve you forever. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachingwithkrista.com/3
Jun 17, 2019•21 min•Ep. 3
In this episode, I’m sharing six myths of grief and walking through why each one is inaccurate. I talk about why grief is a normal, natural response to loss and why some common platitudes about grieving are so off-base. I also offer up some suggestions for moving through grief without forcing yourself to bury emotions or grieve in solitude. Get full show notes and more information here: https://coachingwithkrista.com/2
Jun 17, 2019•18 min•Ep. 2
Welcome to the first episode of The Widowed Mom Podcast . I am pleased to be here with you and honored that you’re joining me in this new endeavor that I know will change many lives, including mine. To begin our journey together, I want to tell you a little bit about me and how I got here, what you can expect from the podcast (and what you can be sure not to get), and a brief, inspirational story that I love. I will also be teaching you something that you can use right now to help you get unstuc...
Jun 12, 2019•23 min•Ep. 1
