Anne Gudger—author, podcaster, writing facilitator, former classroom teacher—will share the power of writing as a means to move through grief. She wrote/scribbled in journals to save herself when she was widowed and pregnant at 28. Her stack of journals eventually became her material for her memoir, THE FIFTH CHAMBER, published in 2023. She will also […]
Middle Widowed: Hope and Healing for those Widowed 3-5 years
Shouldn’t You be Okay by Now? TIps for Healthy Grieving on Your Timeline
If there’s one thing all widowed people probably have in common, it’s the chorus of opinions from friends, family, co-workers, and sometimes complete strangers on their grieving timeline – mostly that they’re not over it fast enough, and can’t you smile already, and stop ruining Christmas for the kids! THINK OF THE KIDS! Since cursing […]
Grief and the Energy Body
We are all made up of several different “bodies” – our physical body, our energy body, and our mental body, each of which experiences grief in different ways. After the death of a spouse or partner, it’s common for our energy centers to be totally depleted while also being thrown completely out of alignment. In […]
Fortifying Your Support System
A workshop for widowed individuals aiming to strengthen their support systems amidst grief emphasizing building resilience through community bonds. Participants will map their current networks, identify growth areas, and explore diverse support—emotional, practical, and spiritual. The workshop covers nurturing relationships, setting boundaries, expanding networks, and finding new avenues of support. Attendees will leave with a […]
Navigating Parenting and Grief
Parenting while grieving brings unique challenges, as we work to support our children through loss while also navigating our own. This workshop offers a compassionate space to explore the balance between caring for your child(ren) and caring for yourself, with practical tools and shared experiences to help you find strength, connection, and hope along the […]
Is It My Time to Soar?
Grief changes us—but it doesn’t end us. Is It My Time to Soar? is a heartfelt and empowering workshop created especially for widows who are navigating life after loss. This gathering offers a safe and supportive space to reflect, heal, and explore what it means to live fully again. Through guided conversation, storytelling, and gentle […]