The Next Podcast: Episode 22 – Mourning Friendship

Grief is layered. When we lose someone we love, especially a spouse, we’re not just mourning one loss, but many. There are different levels of grief that unfold over time, and each one requires space to process.In this episode, I reflect on my own grief journey, the stories of widowers I met at a recent men’s conference, and the deep impact of losing not just a spouse, but a best friend. Christine was my greatest encourager, my safe place, my confidant—and losing that level of friendship left a void I never could have prepared for.I’ll share:• The layers of grief we experience after losing a spouse• Why friendship is the fuel of marriage and what happens when that’s gone• How grief, loneliness, and faith intersect—and how God meets us in the ache• Why pressing into God is the first step to healing and moving forward• How to honor your loved one by keeping their story aliveGrief is not something we "get over"—it's something we learn to carry. But in that journey, we are never alone.Listen now and take the next step forward in your grief journey.