Life Reconstructed: a widowed way forward

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Download the journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-175    For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Download the journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-174    For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Download the journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-173    For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Download the journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-172    For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Download the journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-171    For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Download the journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-170    For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Download the journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-169    For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

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I often encourage widowed people to find other widowed people because there is deep comfort in being around people who truly understand life after loss. But sometimes you finally find a grief group or widowed community… and realize they’re not your people. Today, let’s talk about why that happens, and why it’s okay to keep looking for the connections that truly fit you. Camp Widow   www.campwidow.org Regional and virtual connections:    widowedvillage.org  More about Soaring Spirits International: soaringspirits.org  For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Register for the free presentation: What Newly Widowed People Need to Know by clicking here:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/newly-widowed-webinar   Get free downloadable journal prompts related to this episode by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-165 

On Memorial Day in the US, we honor military personnel who died in service. For most Americans, it’s a long weekend, the unofficial start of summer, and often includes a cookout. For widowed people—it can feel unexpectedly heavy, bringing grief, memories, and the sharp awareness of who is missing. In this episode, we’ll talk about how to care for yourself, honor what matters, and navigate the day with more intention and less pressure. Download the free journal prompts for this episode by clicking here.  For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

The “year of firsts” is one of the most common and misleading myths about grief. In this episode, I explain why grief does not fit neatly into the first 365 days, introduce the concept of secondary losses, and offer a more truthful, compassionate way to understand life after the loss of a spouse. Get your free downloadable journal prompts for this episode by clicking here.   For more help, Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Mother’s Day can be unexpectedly painful after the loss of a spouse—whether you're a mom, stepmom, a dad, or grieving what might have been. In this episode, I share a simple, practical approach to help you prepare for the day, navigate it with more ease, and reflect afterward without self-criticism. If this day feels heavy, this is for you. If you’re listening and thinking, I feel stuck… and I don’t want to stay here, I want you to know you don’t have to figure it out alone. I offer a limited number of private consultations for those who are considering working with me. We’ll look at where you are, what’s keeping you stuck, and whether my program is the right next step for you. Simply click this link:  https://calendly.com/teresabeshwate/complimentary-conversation  

There’s a common belief that grief should ease after the first year—but many widowed people find the second year unexpectedly heavy. In this episode, we explore why year two can feel so difficult, from the brain and body to relationships, and what actually helps. If you’re in (or approaching) year two, this will help you understand your experience—and better support yourself through it.  Sign up for The Truth About Year 2 free webinar: Click here to register Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Get the Time Doesn't Heal book Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Click below for the Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

In this episode, I explore why self-love is not egotistical but essential, and how learning to treat yourself with compassion becomes a powerful path toward healing. You’ll learn why loving yourself is the first step to understanding yourself — and ultimately rebuilding a meaningful life. Free journal prompts to help you apply this episode in your life: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-158 More resources from Coach Teresa: Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Grief isn’t just emotional—it’s physical. In this episode, we explore how the loss of a spouse affects the body, from fatigue and brain fog to sleep disruption and digestive changes. Understanding grief as a full-body experience can help end self-criticism and help you give your body the care it truly needs. Free journal prompts to help you apply this episode in your life: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-157 More resources from Coach Teresa: Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

As the seasons shift, grief can hit in ways you didn’t see coming. In this episode, we explore the secondary losses that surface through tax season, storms, and everyday responsibilities that now fall solely on your shoulders. If you’ve been feeling the weight of doing it all alone, you’ll learn a practical exercise to help you remember who you are — the person who figures it out, even in the hardest seasons. Free journal prompts to help you apply this episode in your life: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-156 More resources from Coach Teresa: Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

Purpose after loss isn’t something you force — and you’re not behind. In this episode, I share why the pressure to find purpose keeps you stuck and how curiosity, patience, and stillness open the door to what’s next. Click here to sign up for The Path to Purpose Webinar: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/purpose Other resources from Coach Teresa: Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - UnitedStates  UnitedKingdom  Canada   Australia  France  Germany Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal  

The news is designed to capture your attention — and often, it’s the worst of the worst. After the loss of a spouse, your nervous system is already carrying more than enough. In this episode, I offer a permission slip: it’s okay to opt out of the constant stream of the news — at least for now. Choosing what you allow into your mind isn’t selfish or irresponsible. It’s intentional. And it may be one of the kindest things you can do for yourself. Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - UnitedStates  UnitedKingdom  Canada   Australia  France  Germany

Have you ever noticed that you wake up feeling the same way most days? That’s not random — it’s habitual. In this conversation, we’ll explore how thoughts running quietly in the background create emotional patterns, and how simply noticing them can begin to shift your grief experience. For free journal prompts to consider these concepts in your life, click here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-153 Episode 17: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcasts/life-reconstructed-a-widowed-way-forward/episodes/2147980321 Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - UnitedStates  UnitedKingdom  Canada   Australia  France  Germany

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Click here to download your free journal prompts for this episode: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-151  Get my new book: Time Doesn't Heal: Why High Achieving Widowed People Feel Stuck and How to Rebuild a Meaningful Life. Purchase by clicking below. Book in paperback on Amazon  Journal in paperback on Amazon  Book & Journal at Barnes & Noble  Book on Kindle Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - UnitedStates  UnitedKingdom  Canada   Australia  France  Germany

In this episode, I share three foundational concepts that help widowed people stop fighting their grief, understand what’s really happening, and move forward without letting go of love. Whether you’re newly widowed or years in, this episode offers clarity, comfort, and direction. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, join my on February 13th, 2026 for Life After Loss: Support for the First 12 Months. Join by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/newly-widowed-webinar 

This episode is a sneak peek into my new book, Time Doesn’t Heal: Why High Achieving Widowed People Feel Stuck and How to Rebuild a Meaningful Life. It’s a culmination of the lessons I’ve learned in helping thousands of widowed people, and I know it will help you, too. Get the book and journal by clicking below: Book in paperback on Amazon Journal in Paperback on Amazon Book in Paperback on Barnes & Noble Journal in Paperback on Barnes & Noble Book on Kindle Journal on Kindle Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - UnitedStates  UnitedKingdom  Canada   Australia  France  Germany Free course for deeper learning  

In this episode, we’re taking a close look at the word healing, what it means, what it doesn’t, and the best way forward. Get your free journal prompts for this episode by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-148  More resources from Coach Teresa: Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal  

In this episode, I’m talking about what it actually feels like to grieve the loss of a spouse, what it means to keep stepping through a life that felt like it had ended, and how to keep moving toward a differently beautiful future. Newest book: Time Doesn't Heal is now available..... Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

In this episode, I’m answering a question I get often, which is about the wedding ring. When is it okay to take it off? Is it okay to continue to wear it? There are myths and truths and stories we tell ourselves and it’s all extra painful, on top of an already heavy load. So today I’m offering a fresh perspective to help.   Get your free Episode 146 journal prompts by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/podcast-download-episode-146    Newest book: Time Doesn't Heal is now available..... Time Doesn’t Heal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal Journal in paperback on Amazon Time Doesn’t Heal on Barnes & Noble Time Doesn’t Heal Kindle version Time Doesn’t Heal on Audible - United States  United Kingdom  Canada  Australia  France Germany Time Doesn’t Heal Free Course https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/timedoesntheal

In this episode, I break down why January can feel extra heavy, and I offer tips to help. Plus I invite you to my upcoming webinar where I’ll dive deeper and offer long term supports. Join my free webinar, New Year, Same Grief: Why January Feels Heavy and What Actually Helps by clicking here: https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/new-year-same-grief 

In this episode, I take aim at 4 common grief myths, because I don’t want you to carry them into a New Year. Plus, I offer a specific mindset shift as you step into 2026 - I know it will help. If you’d like extra help starting the New Year, join me for my upcoming webinar called New Year, Same Grief. It’s happening on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at noon pacific time. If you can’t attend live, register anyway and I’ll send you the replay. It’s free, and you can sign up by clicking below:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/new-year-same-grief 

If this Christmas Day feels heavy, you’re not doing it wrong. You’re learning to live without your person’s physical presence, and that takes practice, tenderness, and permission to feel what you feel. This episode offers practical tips for this day and beyond.  If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. It’s now available on Audible, or in paperback, plus there’s an accompanying journal to help you apply what you learn. Links are below: Click here for the book Click here for the accompanying journal.  Click here for the audiobook.

This episode is all about practical planning—how to approach Christmas parties, gatherings, and traditions in a way that honors your energy and your grief. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. It’s now available on Audible, or in paperback, plus there’s an accompanying journal to help you apply what you learn. Links are below: Click here for the book Click here for the accompanying journal.  Click here for the audiobook.

In this episode, I share four simple but powerful truths that can help you move through this month with a beginner’s mindset and a lot more compassion for yourself. Consider this your permission slip to do December your way. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. It’s now available on Audible, or in paperback, plus there’s an accompanying journal to help you apply what you learn. Links are below: Click here for the book Click here for the accompanying journal.  Click here for the audiobook.

Hello and welcome to episode 140. In this episode, I sit down with my client Minnie O’Grady. Minnie met Jake during a difficult time in her life. They built a foundation on friendship and trust, and later became engaged. After losing him suddenly, Minnie has picked up the pieces, remodeled, rebuilt and continued to dream, with Jake’s supportive presence still alongside her, and fueled by his love.

In this episode, I’m talking about the dread that can build as Thanksgiving approaches. Holidays have a way of magnifying absence, and the anticipation alone can feel overwhelming. I’ll share simple reminders to help you move through the day with more gentleness and less fear. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. It’s now available on Audible, or in paperback, plus there’s an accompanying journal to help you apply what you learn. Links are below: Click here for the book Click here for the accompanying journal.  Click here for the audiobook.

In this episode, I’m talking about how easy it can be to use gratitude against yourself, especially as Thanksgiving approaches. Gratitude is important, but it doesn’t erase the reality of missing your person. You’ll hear why it’s completely okay to be both grateful and sad at the very same time. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. It’s now available on Audible, or in paperback, plus there’s an accompanying journal to help you apply what you learn. Links are below: Click here for the book Click here for the accompanying journal.  Click here for the audiobook.

In this episode, I’m talking about the painful reality of being misunderstood after losing a spouse—especially in the holiday season. I share why even the people who love you most may not understand your grief, and I offer simple language you can use to set expectations, give yourself permission, and protect your energy. If you’ve found this podcast helpful, my best-selling book, also called Life Reconstructed, will help even more. It’s now available on Audible, or in paperback, plus there’s an accompanying journal to help you apply what you learn. Links are below: Click here for the book Click here for the accompanying journal.  Click here for the audiobook.    

This episode is about granting yourself permission to make new choices after loss. I’m sharing how giving yourself that freedom can open the door to healing and possibility. Choosing anew doesn’t erase your love or your past—it allows you to carry them forward with you. Each decision becomes a step toward a future shaped with intention and hope. For more help, get my best-selling book, Life Reconstructed on Audible or in paperback, plus the accompanying journal. Links below. Get the book and accompanying journal here    Get the book on Audible here

If the season of trick-or-treat feels mostly tricky, you’re not alone. Whether you and your person loved Halloween or the visuals everywhere feel like too much, today I’m sharing simple ways to get through the night—your way. For more help, get my best-selling book, Life Reconstructed on Audible or in paperback, plus the accompanying journal. Links below. Get the book and accompanying journal here    Get the book on Audible here

Hello and welcome to episode 134. Today we’re talking about the season of autumn—and why it can feel surprisingly heavy after the loss of a spouse, plus practical ways to move through it. Get my best-selling book, Life Reconstructed, it's accompanying journal and a 3-part video series by clicking here:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/lrbonusbundle    Or, get the book on Audible by clicking here:  Click here to purchase on Audible

In this episode, I’ll share a simple daily practice that calms the fear loop and gives you clear next steps to meet your future self. You’ll learn how to borrow her steadiness, her wisdom, and her love—so you can honor your person while moving forward with more peace and confidence. Get more help from my best-selling book, Life Reconstructed. Get the book + journal + a 3-part video series by clicking here. Get the book on Audible by clicking here. Get more help by clicking here.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re still here but not really blooming, this episode for you. After my husband died, I felt like the orchid on my windowsill—alive, but flowerless. I was functioning on the outside and hurting on the inside, while believable thoughts—my “weeds”—quietly choked out anything beautiful. In today’s episode, I’ll share how I began questioning those stories with kindness, the small practices that created space for new growth, and what blooming looks like when you’re honoring your person and finding yourself again—at your own pace. Get more help by clicking here. 

After the loss of a spouse, many of us default to DIY healing, which can work—but it’s often the long way around. I break down how expert guidance and a supportive community shorten the path, and how to tell when it’s time to get help that actually fits.  Get the book + journal + a 3-part video series by clicking here. Get the book on Audible by clicking here. Get more help by clicking here.

In this episode, I’m talking about “failing” at grief, which, spoiler alert, isn’t possible and I’ll explain why, and suggest a simple strategy to help you stand on a solid foundation.  Join me tomorrow, September 25th, 2025 for a free webinar:  The Truth About Year 2: What really happens after the first year of loss—and how to navigate it with less pain and more purpose. Register using the link in the show notes. If you listen to this episode after the webinar, use the same link and I’ll send you the replay. https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/year2-webinar

If you’re approaching the second year after loss, you’ve likely heard two very different messages. Society tends to assume you’ll be “better” by the end of year one, while many in the widowed community caution that year two is the hardest. In this episode, I’ll unpack both of these beliefs, share why neither is the full story, and offer four practical ways to approach year two with greater clarity, compassion, and strength. Join my upcoming free webinar The Truth About Year 2 by clicking here:  https://www.thesuddenwidowcoach.com/year2-webinar   

A common question I hear from widowed people is about what to do with the pictures. Should they stay up? Should they come down? Is there a “right” time or a “wrong” choice? After loss, even something as simple as a framed photo can feel loaded with meaning—love, memory, respect, and sometimes guilt or worry about what others will think. In this episode, I want to reassure you that there are no rules here. I’ll share my response to a listener who wondered if she was “allowed” to take down her late husband’s pictures, and together we’ll explore practical ways to approach this deeply personal decision with clarity and self-compassion. Get the book and accompanying journal here    Get the book on Audible here

Hello and welcome to episode 127. In this episode, I answer a great question from a follower, She writes, Teresa, It’s been 17 months since my husband of 46 years passed, and I’m still crying at night. When does it stop and start getting better? It’s a common question and in this episode, I’m answering it and offering specific reasons why the second year after loss can be tough and simple tips to help.