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Practical Widowing
by Beverly K. Linton
Practical Widowing is a podcast for women learning to navigate life after the loss of their spouse. This is a place where we sit down and talk honestly about the everyday realities of rebuilding - managing a home, making decisions, caring for your health and finding steady footing one day at a time.You won't find perfection here. Just practical guidance, real-life experience and encouragement for the road ahead.New episodes release every Sunday.
Episodes
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Winter is coming! Is your home ready?
❄️ Winter is coming! Is your home ready? There are plenty of things we need to take care of before cold weather arrives, and some of them are easy to overlook! From caulking windows to protecting pipes, a little preparation now can save us some big headaches later.
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Widowhood: Sometimes you just don’t have to say anything
Do we always have to have something to say? After missing a week of the podcast because I simply couldn’t think of anything I wanted to talk about, a friend’s reaction made me think about how uncomfortable we can be with silence. In this episode of Practical Widowing, I’m talking about why we…
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Widowhood: Don’t let AI replace real life and real people
AI should be a tool in your life not a substitute for your life.
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Widowhood- When you suddenly feel the years that have passed
Sometimes an ordinary drive can suddenly remind you just how much time has passed. This week, a familiar house, some very tall trees, people fishing on the lake, and even a stranger at church brought memories of my husband rushing back. In this episode, I talk honestly about those unexpected…
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Don’t Let What You Didn’t Do Erase What You Did Do
It’s easy to end the day focusing on everything we didn’t get done and completely overlook what we did accomplish. In this episode, I share how changing my perspective helped me recognize the little victories instead of dwelling on what was left undone. Especially in widowhood, sometimes we need…
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Widowhood- Don’t Live Afraid, Live Prepared
Living alone after the loss of your husband can mean thinking about safety in ways you may not have before. In this episode, I share some simple things I do to protect myself at home and while I’m out—from keeping my keys separate from my purse to making my home look occupied. This isn’t about...
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Widowhood- Let Go Of The “Shoulds”
Sometimes moving forward means giving ourselves permission to change our minds and let go of obligations that no longer fit our lives.
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Widowhood: Stop Arguing With The Past
Have you ever replayed an old conversation and found yourself getting angry all over again? In this episode, I talk about the conversations we wish we could redo, the things we understand now that we didn’t understand then, and why we don’t have to keep fighting battles with a past we can’t change.
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Widowhood: Keep Telling The Stories
Have you ever walked away from a conversation wondering if you said too much? In this episode, I talk about why our stories still matter—and why widows shouldn’t be afraid to talk about the husbands they loved, say their names, share their memories, and keep their stories alive.
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The Anger We Don’t Talk About In Widowhood
Anger is one of the most common—but least talked about—parts of grief. In this episode, we discuss the anger widows may feel toward themselves, their spouse, God, or others, and why holding on to unforgiveness only adds to our burden. Together, we’ll explore a path toward healing, grace, and hope.
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Widowhood: The Week That Felt Lighter
Serving others can oftentimes change your outlook more than you realize. Listen to what did that for me this week!
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The Healing Power of Connection for Widows
Widowhood can make us want to retreat from the world around us, but healing often happens when we stay connected. Join me as I share how one special celebration reminded me that we all need friendship, community, and a sense of belonging.
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Widowhood, Doom-Scrolling & Finding Peace In God
Widowhood can leave us searching for comfort in many places. In this episode, I share how shifting my focus from sadness to God brought peace, hope, and encouragement.
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Holidays Hit Different When You’re a Widow
Holidays don’t stop when someone dies… but they sure don’t feel the same. The traditions are still there. The decorations are still there. The people are still there. But the person you most want to share them with isn’t.
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How Scammers Target Widows: How To Protect Yourself
Grief can make us vulnerable in ways we don’t always recognize. This episode explores practical ways to protect yourself from scams, manipulation, and people who may try to take advantage of your kindness or your loss.
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One final gift you can leave your family
One of the greatest gifts you can leave your family is being organized. In this episode, we discuss how to gather important information, documents, accounts, passwords, and final wishes in one place so your loved ones aren’t left searching for answers when they need them most.
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The Little Things: Small Steps That Help Widows Keep Going
Healing doesn’t usually happen through giant leaps. More often, it’s the little things—the small accomplishments and daily choices—that help us keep going when we feel like giving up.
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Why Widows Don’t Have to be Everything to Everybody
Sometimes the expectations that weigh us down aren’t coming from other people—they’re coming from us. Learning to let go of unrealistic expectations can bring unexpected peace.
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What Grief Does To Your Brain and Body
What loss does to your brain, body, energy, focus, and ability to function
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Who Am I Now That My Husband is gone?
Hobbies, connections and learning to live again
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Should Widows Remarry? (Things to Consider Before Falling in Love Again)
Before you fall in love again, take time to think through the realities of remarriage—finances, family dynamics, caregiving, and the life you may be stepping into.
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Learning to Live Alone After Losing Your Spouse
Healing sometimes means discovering your own rhythm.
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Why Every Widow Needs a Will and Estate Plan
Sometimes the hard things look impossible, but when you decide to do a thing, you will find a way to succeed
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Why Every Widow Needs Someone In Her Corner
Sometimes we feel like pulling away and isolating ourselves. Maintain connections and relationships to help us through this! .
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When Missing Your Husband Hurts More Than Ever. You Can’t Hug A Memory
After you lose your spouse, people often say “at least you have your memories “. But the truth is… You can’t hug a memory..
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Your family and friends are grieving too too. Understanding their pain
One thing I learned after losing my husband is that I wasn’t the only one who lost him. In this week’s episode, we talk about what it looks like when others hurt too.
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You’ve Got to Move It, Move It!
When you do what you need to do, it gets done!
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Fake Spring: When Healing Feels Like Spring… Then Winter Returns
Grief can feel like “fake spring” — when things start to feel hopeful and lighter, then suddenly feel heavy, like winter is back again.
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There’s No Timeline for Grief: Every Widow Heals Differently
There is no time limit on grieving. It’s ok to do you!
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Will I Ever Be Happy Again? A Widow’s Journey to Joy
It is possible AND Attainable
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Decision Fatigue: Why Widows Can Become Overwhelmed
How to manage your decisions so they don’t manage YOU!
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Freedom to Thrive: Giving Yourself Permission to Live Again
You are still who God created you to be!
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The First Time You Have to Do It Without Him
This episode is about the first time you do it alone. What is “it”? EVERYTHING
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Why strength matters more than you think
in this episode, we talk about why physical strength matters more than you might expect after loss. Not for appearance – but for the realities of running a home and caring for yourself.
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Practical Widowing
Practical Widowing is a podcast for women learning to navigate life after the loss of their husband. This podcast offers practical guidance, emotional support and step-by-step help for handling everyday tasks, unexpected challenges and long-term adjustments. From managing a home and finances to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Practical Widowing is a podcast for women learning to navigate life after the loss of their spouse. This is a place where we sit down and talk honestly about the everyday realities of rebuilding - managing a home, making decisions, caring for your health and finding steady footing one day at a time.You won't find perfection here. Just practical guidance, real-life experience and encouragement for the road ahead.New episodes release every Sunday.
HOSTED BY
Beverly K. Linton
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Practical Widowing is a podcast for women learning to navigate life after the loss of their spouse. This is a place where we sit down and talk honestly about the everyday realities of rebuilding - managing a home, making decisions, caring for your health and finding steady footing one day at a...
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Practical Widowing is created and hosted by Beverly K. Linton.
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