Living With Loss and Choosing Joy Again

Grief does not end, but it can be transformed into courage, meaning, and even joy. Rachel Kerr Schneider shares the raw story behind *The Widow Chose Red* - from losing her husband John to ALS at 49 to raising two young sons while learning how to keep living after devastating loss.Rachel opens up about the brutal reality of ALS, the hidden exhaustion of caregiving, and why she showed up to John’s celebration of life wearing red. She also reveals the deeper message behind that choice: love, legacy, faith, and the decision to honor a life rather than be defined by a disease.You’ll discover:- What ALS actually does to the body and why so many families feel blindsided by it- The emotional cost of caregiving that people rarely talk about- How to support someone facing serious illness or loss without making it about your discomfort- Why grief and joy can exist at the same time- How Rachel’s faith became the anchor that helped her rebuildRachel also shares the personal story behind her memoir trilogy, including the next chapters of her journey as a single mother, her sons’ very different grief experiences, and the unexpected path that eventually led to remarriage.If you have ever supported a loved one through illness, lost someone you cannot stop missing, or wondered how to find hope after heartbreak, this conversation will meet you right where you are. It is a powerful reminder that even in life’s hardest seasons, you can still choose purpose, resilience, and a hopeful future.Perfect for anyone navigating grief, caregiving, or a season of deep change - and for anyone who needs proof that healing does not mean forgetting.Rachel Kerr Schneider is the author of *The Widow Chose Red* and a speaker who writes and teaches about faith, grief, resilience, and finding hope after loss. Through her work and memoir trilogy, she turns personal heartbreak into practical encouragement for others walking through pain.Connect with Rachel via her website https://www.spiritedprosperity.com/ She’s also on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelkschneider as well as instagram https://www.instagram.com/rachelkerrschneider