<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/the-widowed-mom-podcast/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[The Widowed Mom Podcast]]></title><podcast:guid>0a4091ea-9ce7-51d4-a780-e4ba2fba3c67</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:00:09 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[© 2026 Krista St-Germain Life Coaching LLC]]></copyright><managingEditor>Krista St-Germain</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Widowed Mom Podcast offers practical and empowering strategies for widowed moms who believe in the possibility of loving life again but sometimes worry their best days are behind them. If you want more than traditional therapy and grief groups can offer, if you’re stuck in an emotional pattern and feel like you can’t get free, if you want help navigating the unique challenges of being a widowed mom with support that is uplifting and honest, this is the podcast for you. In each episode, Certified Life Coach, widow and mom, Krista St-Germain, will teach you small, manageable steps and techniques to help uncover what’s holding you back and show you how to create a future you can actually look forward to. You may not believe it yet but you CAN move through your grief and live a life you love. If you want to learn more, head over to coachingwithkrista.com.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg</url><title>The Widowed Mom Podcast</title><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/podcast]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Krista St-Germain</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Krista St-Germain</itunes:author><description>The Widowed Mom Podcast offers practical and empowering strategies for widowed moms who believe in the possibility of loving life again but sometimes worry their best days are behind them. If you want more than traditional therapy and grief groups can offer, if you’re stuck in an emotional pattern and feel like you can’t get free, if you want help navigating the unique challenges of being a widowed mom with support that is uplifting and honest, this is the podcast for you. In each episode, Certified Life Coach, widow and mom, Krista St-Germain, will teach you small, manageable steps and techniques to help uncover what’s holding you back and show you how to create a future you can actually look forward to. You may not believe it yet but you CAN move through your grief and live a life you love. 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Whether you’re in the early stages of grief or looking to strengthen your emotional toolkit, this episode provides actionable strategies to build resilience from the inside out.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week as I break down five key ways widows can build real resilience, and show you how they’ll help you take back control and start living a fuller, more intentional life, even in the midst of grief.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/360" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/360</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How do widows build <strong>real resilience</strong>?</p><p> </p><p>It's not about "getting over it" or putting on a brave face; <strong>resilience is a skill you can develop</strong>. Whether you’re in the early stages of grief or looking to strengthen your emotional toolkit, this episode provides actionable strategies to build resilience from the inside out.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week as I break down five key ways widows can build real resilience, and show you how they’ll help you take back control and start living a fuller, more intentional life, even in the midst of grief.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/360" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/360</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/build-real-resilience]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9d24b701-b978-4bf4-8077-0fc49ffe7bb6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9d24b701-b978-4bf4-8077-0fc49ffe7bb6.mp3" length="17251586" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>360</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>360</podcast:episode></item><item><title>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass Is Back!</title><itunes:title>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass Is Back!</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand! </p><p> </p><p>This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start to trust yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. </p><p>  </p><p>If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to:</p><p><a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</a></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about Mom Goes On here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/work-with-me/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.coachingwithkrista.com/work-with-me/</a></p><p> </p><p>I can't wait to meet you inside!</p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand! </p><p> </p><p>This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start to trust yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. </p><p>  </p><p>If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to:</p><p><a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</a></p><p> </p><p>Learn more about Mom Goes On here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/work-with-me/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.coachingwithkrista.com/work-with-me/</a></p><p> </p><p>I can't wait to meet you inside!</p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/podcast]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8b1c4b5c-1a2a-4384-a115-78e663b25dfa</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8b1c4b5c-1a2a-4384-a115-78e663b25dfa.mp3" length="1573079" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>trailer</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>359. How to Do EFT Tapping for Grief</title><itunes:title>How to Do EFT Tapping for Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if you could <strong>calm overwhelming emotions</strong> in just a few minutes - anytime, anywhere?</p><p>In this episode, I share one of the simplest and most powerful tools I use daily to help regulate emotions:<strong> EFT tapping</strong>. I’ll show you why it works, how it helps calm the nervous system, and why it can be especially powerful when you’re navigating grief, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen in this week to learn exactly <strong>how to practice EFT tapping yourself</strong>, understand when to use it, and experience a guided walkthrough so you can start using it immediately to feel more grounded and in control of your emotions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/359" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/359</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if you could <strong>calm overwhelming emotions</strong> in just a few minutes - anytime, anywhere?</p><p>In this episode, I share one of the simplest and most powerful tools I use daily to help regulate emotions:<strong> EFT tapping</strong>. I’ll show you why it works, how it helps calm the nervous system, and why it can be especially powerful when you’re navigating grief, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen in this week to learn exactly <strong>how to practice EFT tapping yourself</strong>, understand when to use it, and experience a guided walkthrough so you can start using it immediately to feel more grounded and in control of your emotions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/359" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/359</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/eft-tapping-for-grief]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e046d319-8be9-46b1-a770-6056933ecf15</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e046d319-8be9-46b1-a770-6056933ecf15.mp3" length="23967781" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>359</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>359</podcast:episode></item><item><title>358. Fear of Forgetting Your Person</title><itunes:title>Fear of Forgetting Your Person</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if the memories you hold most dear started to fade? Would that mean losing your person all over again? </p><p> </p><p>The fear of<strong> forgetting your person </strong>is something many widows quietly carry, and it can feel just as painful as the loss itself. In this episode, I share my own experience with the fear of forgetting your person - worrying about losing the sound of their voice, their quirks, and the tiny details that made them who they were - and what I’ve come to understand about this fear. </p><p>  </p><p>Tune in this week to learn why forgetting details is completely human and <strong>doesn’t mean you’re losing your person</strong>. We’ll also talk about how connection evolves over time, and releasing the pressure to remember everything and embracing new ways to stay connected without fear.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/358" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/358</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if the memories you hold most dear started to fade? Would that mean losing your person all over again? </p><p> </p><p>The fear of<strong> forgetting your person </strong>is something many widows quietly carry, and it can feel just as painful as the loss itself. In this episode, I share my own experience with the fear of forgetting your person - worrying about losing the sound of their voice, their quirks, and the tiny details that made them who they were - and what I’ve come to understand about this fear. </p><p>  </p><p>Tune in this week to learn why forgetting details is completely human and <strong>doesn’t mean you’re losing your person</strong>. We’ll also talk about how connection evolves over time, and releasing the pressure to remember everything and embracing new ways to stay connected without fear.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/358" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/358</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/fear-of-forgetting-your-person]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1900d641-6ff1-478a-9a47-1b8320ea3cbc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1900d641-6ff1-478a-9a47-1b8320ea3cbc.mp3" length="13304255" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>358</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>358</podcast:episode></item><item><title>357. Ready to Date Again? Try the Burned Haystack Dating Method with Jennie Young</title><itunes:title>Ready to Date Again? Try the Burned Haystack Dating Method with Jennie Young</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you <strong>ready to date again</strong> but feeling overwhelmed by the process? </p><p> </p><p>In this episode,  you’ll meet Jennie Young: the professor and rhetorician turning the dating world upside down with her <strong>Burned Haystack Dating Method</strong>. Jennie explains why this method works, offering clear steps on how to identify dangerous patterns and why blocking unwanted matches can help you find your ideal partner.</p><p>  </p><p>Join us this week to learn how to stop getting stuck in the “ick” of dating apps and instead focus on eliminating red flags with confidence. By the end of the episode, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to approach online dating with less anxiety, more clarity, and greater safety. Whether you’re ready to date or just considering it, Jennie’s method will give you the tools to <strong>navigate the dating world with confidence.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/357" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/357</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>  </p><p><strong>Check out Jennie's work here: <a href="https://www.jennieyoung.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jennieyoung.com/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you <strong>ready to date again</strong> but feeling overwhelmed by the process? </p><p> </p><p>In this episode,  you’ll meet Jennie Young: the professor and rhetorician turning the dating world upside down with her <strong>Burned Haystack Dating Method</strong>. Jennie explains why this method works, offering clear steps on how to identify dangerous patterns and why blocking unwanted matches can help you find your ideal partner.</p><p>  </p><p>Join us this week to learn how to stop getting stuck in the “ick” of dating apps and instead focus on eliminating red flags with confidence. By the end of the episode, you’ll have a solid understanding of how to approach online dating with less anxiety, more clarity, and greater safety. Whether you’re ready to date or just considering it, Jennie’s method will give you the tools to <strong>navigate the dating world with confidence.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/357" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/357</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>  </p><p><strong>Check out Jennie's work here: <a href="https://www.jennieyoung.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.jennieyoung.com/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/burned-haystack-dating-method-jennie-young]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7cfe3a63-beb2-4a87-9885-3ac3064a6eec</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7cfe3a63-beb2-4a87-9885-3ac3064a6eec.mp3" length="49375219" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>357</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>357</podcast:episode></item><item><title>356. What Does a Grief Life Coach Actually Do?</title><itunes:title>What Does a Grief Life Coach Actually Do?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>What does a grief life coach actually do, and could it change how you experience grief?</strong> If you’ve ever wondered whether coaching is just listening, advice-giving, or something more, this episode pulls back the curtain.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I explain what grief life coaching really is (and what it isn’t). <strong>Grief isn’t a problem to fix.</strong> It’s a natural response to loss. As a grief life coach, my role is to help widows understand their emotions, make sense of their thoughts, and navigate life after loss with more clarity and less unnecessary suffering.</p><p> </p><p>Join me today to hear how grief coaching helps you allow emotions instead of avoiding them, understand how your brain shapes your experience, reduce added suffering, and begin rebuilding a meaningful life. I also walk you through <strong>what actually happens in a coaching session</strong> and why group coaching can be so powerful in helping widows feel less alone.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/356" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/356</a></strong></p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>What does a grief life coach actually do, and could it change how you experience grief?</strong> If you’ve ever wondered whether coaching is just listening, advice-giving, or something more, this episode pulls back the curtain.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I explain what grief life coaching really is (and what it isn’t). <strong>Grief isn’t a problem to fix.</strong> It’s a natural response to loss. As a grief life coach, my role is to help widows understand their emotions, make sense of their thoughts, and navigate life after loss with more clarity and less unnecessary suffering.</p><p> </p><p>Join me today to hear how grief coaching helps you allow emotions instead of avoiding them, understand how your brain shapes your experience, reduce added suffering, and begin rebuilding a meaningful life. I also walk you through <strong>what actually happens in a coaching session</strong> and why group coaching can be so powerful in helping widows feel less alone.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/356" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/356</a></strong></p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/what-does-a-grief-life-coach-actually-do]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9eccc10e-e280-4222-9f35-c56885e5be20</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9eccc10e-e280-4222-9f35-c56885e5be20.mp3" length="18299926" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>356</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>356</podcast:episode></item><item><title>355. If You’re Avoiding Everyone Right Now, This Is for You</title><itunes:title>If You’re Avoiding Everyone Right Now, This Is for You</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you noticed yourself <strong>avoiding everyone lately,</strong> wondering if something might be wrong? </p><p> </p><p>After the loss of your person, <strong>even simple social interactions can suddenly feel overwhelming</strong>. If invitations feel heavy, texts go unanswered, or you just want more time alone, you might worry that you're isolating too much or doing grief “wrong.”</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I dive into what it really means when you're <strong>avoiding everyone during grief</strong> and why it’s far more common and often healthier than you might think. You’ll learn the <strong>three different experiences we often label as isolation</strong>, how to tell whether avoiding everyone is nourishing solitude or protective avoidance, and how to check in with yourself without judgment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/355" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/355</a></strong></p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you noticed yourself <strong>avoiding everyone lately,</strong> wondering if something might be wrong? </p><p> </p><p>After the loss of your person, <strong>even simple social interactions can suddenly feel overwhelming</strong>. If invitations feel heavy, texts go unanswered, or you just want more time alone, you might worry that you're isolating too much or doing grief “wrong.”</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I dive into what it really means when you're <strong>avoiding everyone during grief</strong> and why it’s far more common and often healthier than you might think. You’ll learn the <strong>three different experiences we often label as isolation</strong>, how to tell whether avoiding everyone is nourishing solitude or protective avoidance, and how to check in with yourself without judgment.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/355" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/355</a></strong></p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/avoiding-everyone-right-now]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fadf8937-b375-408f-a767-4be1ac1fafe2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fadf8937-b375-408f-a767-4be1ac1fafe2.mp3" length="18863725" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>355</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>355</podcast:episode></item><item><title>354. Dating a Widow: What You Really Need to Know with Brad Judy</title><itunes:title>Dating a Widow: What You Really Need to Know with Brad Judy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dating a widow can be a complex yet rewarding journey, and it's often not what you expect. </p><p> </p><p>This week, I sit down with Brad Judy, the husband of Jamie Galyon, a longtime member of our Mom Goes On community. Brad shares his experience of dating a widow, navigating the unique challenges that come with grief, blending families, and the ongoing presence of a lost loved one.</p><p> </p><p>Join us on this episode as Brad opens up about <strong>the challenges, vulnerabilities, and unexpected moments of grace</strong> that come with dating a widow. You’ll hear about the emotional complexities of blending families, honoring the memory of a lost spouse, and understanding grief’s non-linear path. Brad also offers advice for others in relationships with widows, emphasizing <strong>the importance of patience, open communication, and embracing the shared space of love and loss</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/354" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/354</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong> </p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dating a widow can be a complex yet rewarding journey, and it's often not what you expect. </p><p> </p><p>This week, I sit down with Brad Judy, the husband of Jamie Galyon, a longtime member of our Mom Goes On community. Brad shares his experience of dating a widow, navigating the unique challenges that come with grief, blending families, and the ongoing presence of a lost loved one.</p><p> </p><p>Join us on this episode as Brad opens up about <strong>the challenges, vulnerabilities, and unexpected moments of grace</strong> that come with dating a widow. You’ll hear about the emotional complexities of blending families, honoring the memory of a lost spouse, and understanding grief’s non-linear path. Brad also offers advice for others in relationships with widows, emphasizing <strong>the importance of patience, open communication, and embracing the shared space of love and loss</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/354" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/354</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong> </p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/dating-a-widow-what-you-need-to-know]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">35f1a1ba-4acb-4abf-8e79-d87556d64dc6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/35f1a1ba-4acb-4abf-8e79-d87556d64dc6.mp3" length="47465759" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>354</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>354</podcast:episode></item><item><title>353. First Year as a Widow: What You Weren&apos;t Told</title><itunes:title>First Year as a Widow: What You Weren&apos;t Told</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I used to think grief was something you “get through,” but what I’ve learned, and what I share in this episode, is that the first year isn’t about hitting milestones. It’s about <strong>your nervous system adjusting</strong> to a new reality you never chose.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I break down <strong>what many widows aren’t told </strong>ahead of time: grief is deeply physical; your body reacts; decision-making gets harder; confidence feels shaky; and relationships shift in all directions. </p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to hear why time alone doesn’t heal, why comparing your grief to a timeline sets you up for self-judgment, and questions to ask yourself to figure out what will actually support you during the first year.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/353" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/353</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I used to think grief was something you “get through,” but what I’ve learned, and what I share in this episode, is that the first year isn’t about hitting milestones. It’s about <strong>your nervous system adjusting</strong> to a new reality you never chose.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I break down <strong>what many widows aren’t told </strong>ahead of time: grief is deeply physical; your body reacts; decision-making gets harder; confidence feels shaky; and relationships shift in all directions. </p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to hear why time alone doesn’t heal, why comparing your grief to a timeline sets you up for self-judgment, and questions to ask yourself to figure out what will actually support you during the first year.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/353" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/353</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/first-year-as-a-widow]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fc0ed3ff-f7c0-4fdf-855d-a91cdbeca27a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fc0ed3ff-f7c0-4fdf-855d-a91cdbeca27a.mp3" length="16415506" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>353</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>353</podcast:episode></item><item><title>352. My Top 8 Books for Widows</title><itunes:title>My Top 8 Books for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you searching for the right books for widows, hoping one of them will finally show you how to “do grief” the right way? I remember desperately wanting a roadmap or something that would tell me how to get to the end of grief successfully.</p><p>  </p><p>In this episode, I share <strong>my top eight books for widows</strong> that have shaped how I understand grief, resilience, and growth in the nearly ten years since Hugo died. Some offer validation and comfort. Others explain the brain science and body responses behind grief. A few gently challenge us to think differently about suffering, resilience, and post-traumatic growth.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn which books are best for <strong>early grief</strong>, which ones <strong>normalize what’s happening in your brain and body</strong>, and which ones explore<strong> resilience and growth without toxic positivity</strong>. Most importantly, I explain why reading about grief and learning to live with grief are two very different things, and why nothing has gone wrong if you’ve read all the books and still feel stuck.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/352" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/352</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you searching for the right books for widows, hoping one of them will finally show you how to “do grief” the right way? I remember desperately wanting a roadmap or something that would tell me how to get to the end of grief successfully.</p><p>  </p><p>In this episode, I share <strong>my top eight books for widows</strong> that have shaped how I understand grief, resilience, and growth in the nearly ten years since Hugo died. Some offer validation and comfort. Others explain the brain science and body responses behind grief. A few gently challenge us to think differently about suffering, resilience, and post-traumatic growth.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn which books are best for <strong>early grief</strong>, which ones <strong>normalize what’s happening in your brain and body</strong>, and which ones explore<strong> resilience and growth without toxic positivity</strong>. Most importantly, I explain why reading about grief and learning to live with grief are two very different things, and why nothing has gone wrong if you’ve read all the books and still feel stuck.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/352" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/352</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/my-top-8-books-for-widows]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a13e7514-2b4d-4e31-81ea-40acd59fb1f7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a13e7514-2b4d-4e31-81ea-40acd59fb1f7.mp3" length="22493679" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>352</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>352</podcast:episode></item><item><title>351. Is It Selfish to Want to Move On?</title><itunes:title>Is It Selfish to Want to Move On?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Have you ever wondered if it’s selfish to want more for your life after your person dies?</strong> If the desire to date again, set boundaries, rest, or feel joy brings up guilt or heaviness, you are not alone.</p><p>  </p><p>In this episode, I unpack the question so many widows quietly wrestle with: <em>Is it selfish to want to move on?</em> </p><p>  </p><p>Tune in this week as I help you redefine what selfish really means, recognize internalized conditioning, and reclaim your agency without shame. You’ll hear why the phrase “moving on” can feel triggering, why “moving forward” is different, and how the fear of being selfish is often rooted in lifelong social conditioning, <em>not</em> truth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/351" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/351</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Have you ever wondered if it’s selfish to want more for your life after your person dies?</strong> If the desire to date again, set boundaries, rest, or feel joy brings up guilt or heaviness, you are not alone.</p><p>  </p><p>In this episode, I unpack the question so many widows quietly wrestle with: <em>Is it selfish to want to move on?</em> </p><p>  </p><p>Tune in this week as I help you redefine what selfish really means, recognize internalized conditioning, and reclaim your agency without shame. You’ll hear why the phrase “moving on” can feel triggering, why “moving forward” is different, and how the fear of being selfish is often rooted in lifelong social conditioning, <em>not</em> truth.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/351" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/351</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/selfish-to-move-on]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b497d1f3-6e86-4aea-a6e4-9422ee06eb6b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b497d1f3-6e86-4aea-a6e4-9422ee06eb6b.mp3" length="17848724" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>351</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>351</podcast:episode></item><item><title>350. Why Grief Feels Like Brain Fog</title><itunes:title>Why Grief Feels Like Brain Fog</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you been wondering why you can’t think clearly, remember simple things, or focus the way you used to since your person died? If grief has left you <strong>feeling foggy, slow, or disconnected from your own brain</strong>, you’re not alone—and nothing has gone wrong.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I’m talking about grief brain, often called widow fog, and why brain fog is such a common experience after loss. This experience is <strong>not a sign that you’re broken or failing at grief</strong>. Your brain is doing exactly what it was designed to do in the face of a profound rupture in safety.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week as I help you understand why grief feels like brain fog, how self-judgment makes it harder, and what truly helps. You’ll learn practical, compassionate ways to support your nervous system, reduce unnecessary suffering, and trust that clarity will return without forcing, fixing, or pushing yourself before you’re ready.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/350" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/350</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you been wondering why you can’t think clearly, remember simple things, or focus the way you used to since your person died? If grief has left you <strong>feeling foggy, slow, or disconnected from your own brain</strong>, you’re not alone—and nothing has gone wrong.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I’m talking about grief brain, often called widow fog, and why brain fog is such a common experience after loss. This experience is <strong>not a sign that you’re broken or failing at grief</strong>. Your brain is doing exactly what it was designed to do in the face of a profound rupture in safety.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week as I help you understand why grief feels like brain fog, how self-judgment makes it harder, and what truly helps. You’ll learn practical, compassionate ways to support your nervous system, reduce unnecessary suffering, and trust that clarity will return without forcing, fixing, or pushing yourself before you’re ready.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/350" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/350</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/grief-feels-like-brain-fog]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9e367851-e458-4b99-b2e3-4c958d61f76c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9e367851-e458-4b99-b2e3-4c958d61f76c.mp3" length="18329105" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>350</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>350</podcast:episode></item><item><title>349. How to Survive Your Wedding Anniversary as a Widow</title><itunes:title>How to Survive Your Wedding Anniversary as a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Does the thought of <strong>your wedding anniversary </strong>send a wave of dread through your body? You’re not alone.</p><p>For many widows, the anniversary of their wedding can feel even harder than the day their partner passed. But no matter what you’re feeling - dread, sadness, confusion - there are <strong>no rules for how to experience the day</strong>. </p><p><br></p><p>Tune in this week as I guide you through the emotional landscape of your wedding anniversary and offer practical tools to<strong> survive it with kindness </strong>toward yourself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/349" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/349</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does the thought of <strong>your wedding anniversary </strong>send a wave of dread through your body? You’re not alone.</p><p>For many widows, the anniversary of their wedding can feel even harder than the day their partner passed. But no matter what you’re feeling - dread, sadness, confusion - there are <strong>no rules for how to experience the day</strong>. </p><p><br></p><p>Tune in this week as I guide you through the emotional landscape of your wedding anniversary and offer practical tools to<strong> survive it with kindness </strong>toward yourself.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/349" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/349</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/survive-wedding-anniversary-widow]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9cce80be-a44f-484a-8b23-58aa0564d004</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9cce80be-a44f-484a-8b23-58aa0564d004.mp3" length="18417946" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>349</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>349</podcast:episode></item><item><title>348. How to Regulate Your Nervous System After Losing a Partner</title><itunes:title>How to Regulate Your Nervous System After Losing a Partner</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><strong>If life feels harder in your body since your person died</strong>, if you notice yourself feeling grumpy, exhausted, numb, or overwhelmed in ways that don't always make sense, <strong>you’re not imagining it</strong>. </p><p> </p><p>When your person dies, your nervous system loses something foundational that you may not have even realized you had. Suddenly, things that used to feel easy feel hard, everything feels out of whack, and we don't feel at home in our bodies the way we're used to.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I help you <strong>understand what's happening inside your nervous system after loss</strong>, how to recognize different nervous system states when they show up, and how to support yourself in ways that actually help.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/348" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/348</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>If life feels harder in your body since your person died</strong>, if you notice yourself feeling grumpy, exhausted, numb, or overwhelmed in ways that don't always make sense, <strong>you’re not imagining it</strong>. </p><p> </p><p>When your person dies, your nervous system loses something foundational that you may not have even realized you had. Suddenly, things that used to feel easy feel hard, everything feels out of whack, and we don't feel at home in our bodies the way we're used to.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I help you <strong>understand what's happening inside your nervous system after loss</strong>, how to recognize different nervous system states when they show up, and how to support yourself in ways that actually help.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/348" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/348</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/regulate-your-nervous-system]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5221fc91-ef49-488b-beb3-da52080a1ae6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5221fc91-ef49-488b-beb3-da52080a1ae6.mp3" length="15310470" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>348</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>348</podcast:episode></item><item><title>347. How Teens Grieve After Losing a Parent: A Conversation with Aubrey Galyon</title><itunes:title>How Teens Grieve After Losing a Parent: A Conversation with Aubrey Galyon</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when a <strong>teenager loses a parent</strong>? </p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Aubrey Galyon, daughter of longtime Mom Goes On member and coach Jamie Galyon, to hear her perspective on losing her dad when she was just nine years old. Aubrey's journey through grief led her to write a poetry book called <em>Prevernal Winds</em>, which captures her experience from diagnosis through the intensity of early grief to learning to live with loss.</p><p> </p><p>Listen in as Aubrey shares openly about the confusion she felt during her dad’s illness and passing, the guilt she carried about how she spent her time with him, and what actually helped her process her grief over the years. Whether you're a widowed mom wondering <strong>how to support your teenager</strong> or simply want to understand <strong>what grief can look like through a young person's eyes</strong>, this conversation offers a rare and valuable perspective.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/346" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/347</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Check out Aubrey's poetry book here: <a href="https://www.agsprouting.com/body-of-work/prevernal-winds" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.agsprouting.com/body-of-work/prevernal-winds</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when a <strong>teenager loses a parent</strong>? </p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I sit down with Aubrey Galyon, daughter of longtime Mom Goes On member and coach Jamie Galyon, to hear her perspective on losing her dad when she was just nine years old. Aubrey's journey through grief led her to write a poetry book called <em>Prevernal Winds</em>, which captures her experience from diagnosis through the intensity of early grief to learning to live with loss.</p><p> </p><p>Listen in as Aubrey shares openly about the confusion she felt during her dad’s illness and passing, the guilt she carried about how she spent her time with him, and what actually helped her process her grief over the years. Whether you're a widowed mom wondering <strong>how to support your teenager</strong> or simply want to understand <strong>what grief can look like through a young person's eyes</strong>, this conversation offers a rare and valuable perspective.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/346" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/347</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Check out Aubrey's poetry book here: <a href="https://www.agsprouting.com/body-of-work/prevernal-winds" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.agsprouting.com/body-of-work/prevernal-winds</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/how-teens-grieve-aubrey-galyon]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3f527706-152f-4c87-8b50-7a7e49eee02c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3f527706-152f-4c87-8b50-7a7e49eee02c.mp3" length="42739495" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>347</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>347</podcast:episode></item><item><title>346. Am I Ready to Love Again? Four Myths Widows Believe About Dating</title><itunes:title>Am I Ready to Love Again? Four Myths Widows Believe About Dating</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When you've lost your person, <strong>the question of whether you're ready to love again</strong> can stir up so many emotions all at once.</p><p>In this episode, I explore this tender question that might be quietly lingering in your mind, whether you've said it out loud or not.</p><p>Join me this week to discover why feeling sad about your person's death doesn't mean you're not ready for another relationship, and how <strong>wanting love has nothing to do with how much you loved your person</strong>. Most importantly, you'll learn <strong>what readiness actually looks like </strong>so you can answer this question in a way that feels aligned with who you want to be.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/346" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/346</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you've lost your person, <strong>the question of whether you're ready to love again</strong> can stir up so many emotions all at once.</p><p>In this episode, I explore this tender question that might be quietly lingering in your mind, whether you've said it out loud or not.</p><p>Join me this week to discover why feeling sad about your person's death doesn't mean you're not ready for another relationship, and how <strong>wanting love has nothing to do with how much you loved your person</strong>. Most importantly, you'll learn <strong>what readiness actually looks like </strong>so you can answer this question in a way that feels aligned with who you want to be.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/346" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/346</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/myths-widows-believe-about-dating]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">47248b31-c199-42ec-bb91-db7d01305534</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/47248b31-c199-42ec-bb91-db7d01305534.mp3" length="22428249" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>346</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>346</podcast:episode></item><item><title>345. What If I Just Want to Be Single? An Interview with Thrive Solo Author Lucy Meggeson</title><itunes:title>What If I Just Want to Be Single? An Interview with Thrive Solo Author Lucy Meggeson</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if <strong>being single</strong> isn't something to fix or change, but actually a valid life choice worth celebrating? Maybe you're feeling pressure from family and friends to start dating. Or perhaps you're wondering if it's even possible to truly thrive on your own. Here's what I know: the narrative that we need to be coupled to be happy is just that: a narrative. And it's <strong>one we can rewrite</strong>.</p><p>  </p><p>This week, I’ve invited Lucy Meggeson, author of Thrive Solo and host of the Thrive Solo podcast, to join me for this week's episode. Lucy has been single for over 8 years and she's living proof that <strong>solo life can be just as joyful, meaningful, and fulfilling as being partnered</strong>.</p><p>  </p><p>Join us on this episode to hear Lucy’s own revolutionary approach to single life, and how being single can be just as meaningful and joyful as partnered life, with its own unique freedoms and opportunities.</p><p>  </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/345" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/345</strong></a></p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Check out Lucy's work here: </strong><a href="https://www.lucymeggeson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.lucymeggeson.com/</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if <strong>being single</strong> isn't something to fix or change, but actually a valid life choice worth celebrating? Maybe you're feeling pressure from family and friends to start dating. Or perhaps you're wondering if it's even possible to truly thrive on your own. Here's what I know: the narrative that we need to be coupled to be happy is just that: a narrative. And it's <strong>one we can rewrite</strong>.</p><p>  </p><p>This week, I’ve invited Lucy Meggeson, author of Thrive Solo and host of the Thrive Solo podcast, to join me for this week's episode. Lucy has been single for over 8 years and she's living proof that <strong>solo life can be just as joyful, meaningful, and fulfilling as being partnered</strong>.</p><p>  </p><p>Join us on this episode to hear Lucy’s own revolutionary approach to single life, and how being single can be just as meaningful and joyful as partnered life, with its own unique freedoms and opportunities.</p><p>  </p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/345" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/345</strong></a></p><p><strong>  </strong></p><p><strong>Check out Lucy's work here: </strong><a href="https://www.lucymeggeson.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.lucymeggeson.com/</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/want-to-be-single-lucy-meggeson]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">934bc87c-d4d9-4932-b040-ccc630ce680c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/934bc87c-d4d9-4932-b040-ccc630ce680c.mp3" length="39983973" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>345</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>345</podcast:episode></item><item><title>344. The Best of The Widowed Mom Podcast</title><itunes:title>The Best of The Widowed Mom Podcast</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>After 343 episodes of The Widowed Mom Podcast, my team and I decided to do something special for the holidays.</p><p>We pulled together the moments that have resonated most deeply with my community:<strong> the insights that have helped thousands of widowed moms navigate their grief journey.</strong></p><p>This episode is a powerful reminder that grief doesn't follow a timeline, that post-traumatic growth is possible for ALL of us, and that your worthiness remains fully intact, no matter how you're feeling today. Whether you're new to the podcast or have been with me since episode 1, this collection offers both comfort and practical wisdom for wherever you are in your journey.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/344" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/344</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After 343 episodes of The Widowed Mom Podcast, my team and I decided to do something special for the holidays.</p><p>We pulled together the moments that have resonated most deeply with my community:<strong> the insights that have helped thousands of widowed moms navigate their grief journey.</strong></p><p>This episode is a powerful reminder that grief doesn't follow a timeline, that post-traumatic growth is possible for ALL of us, and that your worthiness remains fully intact, no matter how you're feeling today. Whether you're new to the podcast or have been with me since episode 1, this collection offers both comfort and practical wisdom for wherever you are in your journey.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/344" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/344</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/best-of-the-widowed-mom-podcast]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5a58f63c-74b6-48ea-b2fd-50aec37ec994</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5a58f63c-74b6-48ea-b2fd-50aec37ec994.mp3" length="21501647" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>344</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>344</podcast:episode></item><item><title>343. Music Therapy for Grief: An Interview with Tim Ringgold</title><itunes:title>Music Therapy for Grief: An Interview with Tim Ringgold</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Does grief feel like you're missing a limb? Like phantom pain that won't go away? When someone dies, we experience what's called a "social amputation." We literally lose a piece of ourselves, and our brain keeps searching for that missing connection. The good news? There's a powerful healing tool you already use every day - <strong>music.</strong></p><p>This week, I'm joined by board-certified music therapist Tim Ringgold for a conversation that opened my eyes to something I knew nothing about: <strong>how music can actually help us process grief. </strong>Tim brings not just professional expertise but deep personal understanding, having lost five of his best friends, his dad, and one of his daughters. His journey from aspiring rock star to music therapist began when he discovered that <strong>music was the only thing that brought him peace after experiencing profound loss.</strong></p><p>Join us to discover why all humans are inherently musical, practical tools you can start using today to bring your mind to the present moment, and the role that music can play in your grief journey.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/343" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/343</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does grief feel like you're missing a limb? Like phantom pain that won't go away? When someone dies, we experience what's called a "social amputation." We literally lose a piece of ourselves, and our brain keeps searching for that missing connection. The good news? There's a powerful healing tool you already use every day - <strong>music.</strong></p><p>This week, I'm joined by board-certified music therapist Tim Ringgold for a conversation that opened my eyes to something I knew nothing about: <strong>how music can actually help us process grief. </strong>Tim brings not just professional expertise but deep personal understanding, having lost five of his best friends, his dad, and one of his daughters. His journey from aspiring rock star to music therapist began when he discovered that <strong>music was the only thing that brought him peace after experiencing profound loss.</strong></p><p>Join us to discover why all humans are inherently musical, practical tools you can start using today to bring your mind to the present moment, and the role that music can play in your grief journey.</p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/343" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/343</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/music-therapy-grief-tim-ringgold]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">978cb834-5f73-447b-a548-d991b7941ebe</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/978cb834-5f73-447b-a548-d991b7941ebe.mp3" length="48885640" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>343</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>343</podcast:episode></item><item><title>342. 5 Ideas for Creating New Traditions After Loss</title><itunes:title>5 Ideas for Creating New Traditions After Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are the holidays feeling <strong>heavy</strong> this year?</p><p> </p><p>Maybe you're <strong>dreading the traditions that used to bring joy.</strong> Maybe you're <strong>wondering how to navigate celebrations</strong> that feel incomplete without your person. Here's what I want you to know: You're allowed to do things differently.</p><p> </p><p>Listen in this week as I share five ideas for creating <strong>new traditions after loss,</strong> not because we need to replace what we had, but because sometimes we need <strong>space for something different</strong> that fits who we are now. </p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/342" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/342</a></p><p>  </p><p>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are the holidays feeling <strong>heavy</strong> this year?</p><p> </p><p>Maybe you're <strong>dreading the traditions that used to bring joy.</strong> Maybe you're <strong>wondering how to navigate celebrations</strong> that feel incomplete without your person. Here's what I want you to know: You're allowed to do things differently.</p><p> </p><p>Listen in this week as I share five ideas for creating <strong>new traditions after loss,</strong> not because we need to replace what we had, but because sometimes we need <strong>space for something different</strong> that fits who we are now. </p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/342" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/342</a></p><p>  </p><p>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/new-traditions-after-loss]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">461728c7-d193-4009-b62d-0c7b0d0bd384</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/461728c7-d193-4009-b62d-0c7b0d0bd384.mp3" length="12403551" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>342</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>342</podcast:episode></item><item><title>341. Parenting While Grieving</title><itunes:title>Parenting While Grieving</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, angry, or deeply tired as you navigate <strong>solo parenting after loss</strong>?</p><p>Maybe you <strong>judge yourself</strong> for those feelings. Maybe you <strong>worry</strong> that you're barely holding it together. Here's what I need you to hear: You are not doing it wrong. You are not failing. You are simply a human doing something that is incredibly hard.</p><p>Listen in this week to hear five key insights about <strong>parenting while grieving</strong> that will help you give yourself the credit, permission, and support you deserve.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/341" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/341</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, angry, or deeply tired as you navigate <strong>solo parenting after loss</strong>?</p><p>Maybe you <strong>judge yourself</strong> for those feelings. Maybe you <strong>worry</strong> that you're barely holding it together. Here's what I need you to hear: You are not doing it wrong. You are not failing. You are simply a human doing something that is incredibly hard.</p><p>Listen in this week to hear five key insights about <strong>parenting while grieving</strong> that will help you give yourself the credit, permission, and support you deserve.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/341" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/341</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/parenting-while-grieving]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b5f26972-c435-4910-8c6c-d51217ba169e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b5f26972-c435-4910-8c6c-d51217ba169e.mp3" length="16024757" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>341</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>341</podcast:episode></item><item><title>340. How to Talk to Your Children About Death</title><itunes:title>How to Talk to Your Children About Death</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to <strong>talking to children about death</strong>, most of us freeze. We worry we'll say the wrong thing. We want to protect them from pain. We fear making it worse.</p><p>The truth is, talking to children about death doesn't have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, I'm sharing<strong> a simple framework that you can return to again and again</strong>. Whether you're a new widow navigating this territory or someone supporting a friend who needs guidance, this episode offers practical tools for having these difficult but necessary conversations.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in this week to discover a <strong>three-part approach that takes the mystery out of these conversations</strong>. I walk you through exactly what to say, what to avoid, and how to support children of any age as they navigate their grief.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Want a taste of Mom Goes On? The Holiday Pass gives you two weeks of access to Mom Goes On, beginning on December 3rd, 2025. This low-commitment trial provides support for the holidays, including access to life coaching and tapping calls, and community experience. Click here to join: <a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/holidaypass" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/holidaypass</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/340" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/340</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to <strong>talking to children about death</strong>, most of us freeze. We worry we'll say the wrong thing. We want to protect them from pain. We fear making it worse.</p><p>The truth is, talking to children about death doesn't have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, I'm sharing<strong> a simple framework that you can return to again and again</strong>. Whether you're a new widow navigating this territory or someone supporting a friend who needs guidance, this episode offers practical tools for having these difficult but necessary conversations.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in this week to discover a <strong>three-part approach that takes the mystery out of these conversations</strong>. I walk you through exactly what to say, what to avoid, and how to support children of any age as they navigate their grief.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Want a taste of Mom Goes On? The Holiday Pass gives you two weeks of access to Mom Goes On, beginning on December 3rd, 2025. This low-commitment trial provides support for the holidays, including access to life coaching and tapping calls, and community experience. Click here to join: <a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/holidaypass" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/holidaypass</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/340" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/340</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/talk-to-children-about-death]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">225ac950-063f-4e12-86e7-6068076dc7e6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/225ac950-063f-4e12-86e7-6068076dc7e6.mp3" length="16543938" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>340</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>340</podcast:episode></item><item><title>339. The Most Difficult Part About Being a Widow</title><itunes:title>The Most Difficult Part About Being a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you noticed how evenings and weekends <strong>hit differently as a widow</strong>?</p><p> </p><p>You're moving through your day, managing work, errands, maybe even feeling okay… then you get home, the house quiets down, and suddenly the loneliness gets louder. If you've been wondering whether that’s normal, the answer is yes.</p><p> </p><p>In fact, there are <strong>many difficult parts of widowhood</strong> that we don't talk about enough. So join me this week as I share what makes widowhood so challenging for the women I work with, plus, I'll give you practical tools you can use immediately to <strong>bring more ease to whatever feels hardest right now.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: </strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</strong></a></p><p><strong>   </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/339" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/339</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you noticed how evenings and weekends <strong>hit differently as a widow</strong>?</p><p> </p><p>You're moving through your day, managing work, errands, maybe even feeling okay… then you get home, the house quiets down, and suddenly the loneliness gets louder. If you've been wondering whether that’s normal, the answer is yes.</p><p> </p><p>In fact, there are <strong>many difficult parts of widowhood</strong> that we don't talk about enough. So join me this week as I share what makes widowhood so challenging for the women I work with, plus, I'll give you practical tools you can use immediately to <strong>bring more ease to whatever feels hardest right now.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: </strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</strong></a></p><p><strong>   </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/339" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/339</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/most-difficult-part-being-a-widow]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">01312eb8-9ade-452c-b779-d3aac99bb467</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/01312eb8-9ade-452c-b779-d3aac99bb467.mp3" length="27815452" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>339</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>339</podcast:episode></item><item><title>338. How to Have a Difficult Conversation: An Interview with Sara Fisk</title><itunes:title>How to Have a Difficult Conversation: An Interview with Sara Fisk</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever noticed how grief changes the conversations you want to have? Maybe it's with a family member who's disappointed you since your loss. Maybe it's with a friend whose surface-level check-ins no longer feel like enough. Or maybe it's with yourself - about what you really want now that everything has changed.</p><p>  </p><p>This week, I sit down with my dear friend and coach Sara Fisk to talk about something that affects all of us: difficult conversations. She discovered that <strong>for widows, difficult conversations aren't just hard. </strong>They’re uniquely tender, filled with grief and the desire for authentic connection.</p><p>  </p><p>Listen in as Sara and I explore <strong>how to have a difficult conversation</strong>. We talk about what makes conversations feel hard, especially in grief, and Sara shares tangible tools to approach your next difficult conversation with <strong>more confidence and compassion</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: </strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</strong></a></p><p><strong>   </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/338" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/338</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever noticed how grief changes the conversations you want to have? Maybe it's with a family member who's disappointed you since your loss. Maybe it's with a friend whose surface-level check-ins no longer feel like enough. Or maybe it's with yourself - about what you really want now that everything has changed.</p><p>  </p><p>This week, I sit down with my dear friend and coach Sara Fisk to talk about something that affects all of us: difficult conversations. She discovered that <strong>for widows, difficult conversations aren't just hard. </strong>They’re uniquely tender, filled with grief and the desire for authentic connection.</p><p>  </p><p>Listen in as Sara and I explore <strong>how to have a difficult conversation</strong>. We talk about what makes conversations feel hard, especially in grief, and Sara shares tangible tools to approach your next difficult conversation with <strong>more confidence and compassion</strong>.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: </strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</strong></a></p><p><strong>   </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/338" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/338</strong></a></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Follow me on Instagram: </strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/have-difficult-conversation-sara-fisk]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b1edf2df-238c-477d-9519-b98fd493c4b9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b1edf2df-238c-477d-9519-b98fd493c4b9.mp3" length="44773612" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>true</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>338</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>338</podcast:episode></item><item><title>337. 5 Ways to Survive the Holidays as a Widow</title><itunes:title>5 Ways to Survive the Holidays as a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you<strong> bracing yourself for the holidays</strong>?</p><p>The <strong>holidays after loss</strong> can feel like navigating an <strong>emotional minefield</strong>. One minute you might laugh at a memory, the next you're crying over a Christmas card. And that exhausting voice in your head keeps saying you should be doing more, feeling different, or holding it all together better. Here's what I want you to know: <strong>You don't have to love the holidays. You don't have to make them magical. You definitely don't have to hold it all together.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Join me this week to discover how to <strong>decide what matters most </strong>this year, how to <strong>protect your energy</strong> by choosing your level of participation, and why<strong> emotional whiplash</strong> is completely normal during the holidays. I'll also share simple ways to include your person in the season and why simplifying, resting, and receiving help are essential for getting through this time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/337" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/337</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you<strong> bracing yourself for the holidays</strong>?</p><p>The <strong>holidays after loss</strong> can feel like navigating an <strong>emotional minefield</strong>. One minute you might laugh at a memory, the next you're crying over a Christmas card. And that exhausting voice in your head keeps saying you should be doing more, feeling different, or holding it all together better. Here's what I want you to know: <strong>You don't have to love the holidays. You don't have to make them magical. You definitely don't have to hold it all together.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Join me this week to discover how to <strong>decide what matters most </strong>this year, how to <strong>protect your energy</strong> by choosing your level of participation, and why<strong> emotional whiplash</strong> is completely normal during the holidays. I'll also share simple ways to include your person in the season and why simplifying, resting, and receiving help are essential for getting through this time.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/337" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/337</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/survive-the-holidays]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">35f7aa5e-af93-40a3-8ec9-46c45c4335ca</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/35f7aa5e-af93-40a3-8ec9-46c45c4335ca.mp3" length="12747154" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>337</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>337</podcast:episode></item><item><title>336. Grief During the Holidays</title><itunes:title>Grief During the Holidays</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The <strong>holidays</strong> bring a unique kind of <strong>heaviness</strong> when you're navigating them without your person. Your brain searches for them in every familiar tradition, every decoration, every family gathering - and when it can't find them, it sends out waves of emotion that can feel overwhelming.</p><p>I'm addressing <strong>why the holidays can stir up such intense emotions for widowed moms</strong> and <strong>why there's no right way to feel during this season.</strong> Whether you're dreading every moment, feeling surprisingly peaceful, or experiencing emotional whiplash between the two, your experience makes complete sense.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen in this week to learn what’s happening in your brain and body during this time, so you can <strong>offer yourself compassion instead of criticism</strong>. You'll discover why numbness, isolation, and rapid mood shifts are all natural responses to grief during the holidays. Most importantly, you'll learn that whatever you're feeling - from complete disconnection to unexpected joy - doesn't need to be fixed or justified.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/336" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/336</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The <strong>holidays</strong> bring a unique kind of <strong>heaviness</strong> when you're navigating them without your person. Your brain searches for them in every familiar tradition, every decoration, every family gathering - and when it can't find them, it sends out waves of emotion that can feel overwhelming.</p><p>I'm addressing <strong>why the holidays can stir up such intense emotions for widowed moms</strong> and <strong>why there's no right way to feel during this season.</strong> Whether you're dreading every moment, feeling surprisingly peaceful, or experiencing emotional whiplash between the two, your experience makes complete sense.</p><p><br></p><p>Listen in this week to learn what’s happening in your brain and body during this time, so you can <strong>offer yourself compassion instead of criticism</strong>. You'll discover why numbness, isolation, and rapid mood shifts are all natural responses to grief during the holidays. Most importantly, you'll learn that whatever you're feeling - from complete disconnection to unexpected joy - doesn't need to be fixed or justified.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Join my free, 3-day live workshop, Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms, to learn 3 simple ways to make this season easier. It’s happening November 18th-20th, 2025, and you can register here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/freeholidayevent/</a></strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/336" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/336</a></strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/grief-during-the-holidays]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d0f772a5-0b47-45c8-bb82-276c6201dc16</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d0f772a5-0b47-45c8-bb82-276c6201dc16.mp3" length="12585339" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>336</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>336</podcast:episode></item><item><title>335. 3 Things Widows Need to Get Unstuck</title><itunes:title>3 Things Widows Need to Get Unstuck</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions? Like <strong>you're functioning, but not really living?</strong></p><p> </p><p>If you're nodding your head, you're not alone. In fact, this feeling is so common among widows that I've given it a name: <strong>the grief plateau.</strong> It’s that space where you're stable enough to function, but your future feels uncertain and life doesn't quite feel like you'd like it to. You might be back at work, taking care of your family, and managing day-to-day tasks, but inside, <strong>something feels... missing.&nbsp;</strong></p><p> </p><p>If you're ready to take that first step, tune in this week as I share <strong>three essential keys to help you get unstuck and move beyond this plateau.</strong></p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/335" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/335</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel like you're just going through the motions? Like <strong>you're functioning, but not really living?</strong></p><p> </p><p>If you're nodding your head, you're not alone. In fact, this feeling is so common among widows that I've given it a name: <strong>the grief plateau.</strong> It’s that space where you're stable enough to function, but your future feels uncertain and life doesn't quite feel like you'd like it to. You might be back at work, taking care of your family, and managing day-to-day tasks, but inside, <strong>something feels... missing.&nbsp;</strong></p><p> </p><p>If you're ready to take that first step, tune in this week as I share <strong>three essential keys to help you get unstuck and move beyond this plateau.</strong></p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/335" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/335</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/3-things-widows-need-to-get-unstuck]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4623635a-eac0-46a2-bd8b-1ddaa04c82f0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4623635a-eac0-46a2-bd8b-1ddaa04c82f0.mp3" length="17639810" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>335</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>335</podcast:episode></item><item><title>334. What to Say and What NOT to Say to a New Widow</title><itunes:title>334. What to Say and What NOT to Say to a New Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever found yourself frozen, wanting to support someone who's grieving but <strong>afraid of saying the wrong thing?</strong></p><p>Most of us weren't taught <strong>how to show up for someone who's experienced a devastating loss</strong>. We want to help, but sometimes our well-intentioned words can accidentally cause more harm than good.&nbsp;</p><p>Join me this week as I share practical guidance for anyone who wants to be a genuine source of support for a widow in their life. Drawing from my work with widows every day and my own experience, I break down the common myths about grief that lead to <strong>hurtful comments</strong>, explain why grief is a full-body experience that affects everything from memory to decision-making, and offer specific <strong>phrases that actually help versus those that don't.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/334" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/334</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever found yourself frozen, wanting to support someone who's grieving but <strong>afraid of saying the wrong thing?</strong></p><p>Most of us weren't taught <strong>how to show up for someone who's experienced a devastating loss</strong>. We want to help, but sometimes our well-intentioned words can accidentally cause more harm than good.&nbsp;</p><p>Join me this week as I share practical guidance for anyone who wants to be a genuine source of support for a widow in their life. Drawing from my work with widows every day and my own experience, I break down the common myths about grief that lead to <strong>hurtful comments</strong>, explain why grief is a full-body experience that affects everything from memory to decision-making, and offer specific <strong>phrases that actually help versus those that don't.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/334" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/334</strong></a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/what-to-say-to-new-widow]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">98db0e50-6f8e-4624-ae1f-2663068e8798</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Oct 2025 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/98db0e50-6f8e-4624-ae1f-2663068e8798.mp3" length="37217137" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>38:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>334</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>334</podcast:episode></item><item><title>333. That Thing You Can&apos;t Stop Thinking About: Ruminating in Widowhood</title><itunes:title>That Thing You Can&apos;t Stop Thinking About: Ruminating in Widowhood</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you been beating yourself up because you can't stop thinking about something?</p><p> </p><p>Maybe it’s the last conversation you had with your person, something someone said that felt hurtful, or a decision you're questioning. You tell yourself to move on, but the thought returns like a boomerang, taking up mental space you desperately need for other things. The frustration builds as you wonder why you can't just let it go, especially when everyone says not to let things "live rent-free in your head."</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to discover what’s really happening in your brain when you can’t stop thinking about something, and how to break the rumination cycle without forcing yourself to "just stop thinking about it."</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/333" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/333</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you been beating yourself up because you can't stop thinking about something?</p><p> </p><p>Maybe it’s the last conversation you had with your person, something someone said that felt hurtful, or a decision you're questioning. You tell yourself to move on, but the thought returns like a boomerang, taking up mental space you desperately need for other things. The frustration builds as you wonder why you can't just let it go, especially when everyone says not to let things "live rent-free in your head."</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to discover what’s really happening in your brain when you can’t stop thinking about something, and how to break the rumination cycle without forcing yourself to "just stop thinking about it."</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/333" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/333</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/ruminating-in-widowhood]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">05bda293-2bf0-4fbb-b770-c3bf8dc351e6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/443d42e3-ac21-449d-abdc-6f8336524c6d.mp3" length="13200457" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>333</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>333</podcast:episode></item><item><title>332. Intent vs. Impact in Widowhood</title><itunes:title>Intent vs. Impact in Widowhood</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever had someone say, “<em>You're so strong”</em> or, <em>“They're in a better place now”</em> and felt... worse? These well-meaning comments, though intended to comfort, often leave us feeling misunderstood and alone in our grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Sometimes the people who love us most can hurt us without meaning to. This disconnect between what someone intends and how their actions affect us shows up everywhere in widowhood. And understanding this gap between intention and impact can transform how we navigate grief and relationships.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week as I explore the concept of intent versus impact and how it plays out in widowhood. You'll discover how to validate your experience without having to villainize anyone's intentions, and why this distinction matters for your healing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/332" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/332</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever had someone say, “<em>You're so strong”</em> or, <em>“They're in a better place now”</em> and felt... worse? These well-meaning comments, though intended to comfort, often leave us feeling misunderstood and alone in our grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Sometimes the people who love us most can hurt us without meaning to. This disconnect between what someone intends and how their actions affect us shows up everywhere in widowhood. And understanding this gap between intention and impact can transform how we navigate grief and relationships.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week as I explore the concept of intent versus impact and how it plays out in widowhood. You'll discover how to validate your experience without having to villainize anyone's intentions, and why this distinction matters for your healing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/332" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/332</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/intent-vs-impact]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">20ccd19a-bbfc-4dfa-b309-b1e49b8646e3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6bb89726-dacc-48a6-af0f-432ffb40e163.mp3" length="16225462" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>332</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>332</podcast:episode></item><item><title>331. Grief and the Secondary Loss of Friendships</title><itunes:title>Grief and the Secondary Loss of Friendships</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’re surprised by how some friendships have changed after losing your spouse, you’re not alone.</p><p> </p><p>When we lose our person, we often don't expect to also lose connections with friends who we thought would always be there. And many widows experience this unexpected secondary loss - the shifting or disappearing of friendships they thought would remain steady through their grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Understanding the dynamics of friendship changes during grief can help us process these losses and make room for new connections that align with who we're becoming. Listen in this week as I explore why these friendship changes happen and, more importantly, how to navigate them with grace and self-compassion.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/331" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/331</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’re surprised by how some friendships have changed after losing your spouse, you’re not alone.</p><p> </p><p>When we lose our person, we often don't expect to also lose connections with friends who we thought would always be there. And many widows experience this unexpected secondary loss - the shifting or disappearing of friendships they thought would remain steady through their grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Understanding the dynamics of friendship changes during grief can help us process these losses and make room for new connections that align with who we're becoming. Listen in this week as I explore why these friendship changes happen and, more importantly, how to navigate them with grace and self-compassion.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/331" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/331</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/secondary-loss-of-friendships]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aa10855d-5dc6-4fd2-9c3c-b5ddbc9c6ec5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ce15d88c-43d9-46a1-af6f-6b3deedd2e8a.mp3" length="16578969" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>331</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>331</podcast:episode></item><item><title>330. End Emotional Outsourcing with Bea Albina</title><itunes:title>End Emotional Outsourcing with Bea Albina</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you constantly putting everyone else's needs before your own, even in your grief? When we're grieving, it's tempting to try to "keep it together" for everyone else. But managing your grief for others' comfort comes at a deep cost to our own healing.</p><p> </p><p>This week, I’m joined by Bea Albina, a nurse practitioner turned master life coach, somatic expert, and author of a new book called End Emotional Outsourcing: How to Overcome Your Codependent, Perfectionist, and People-Pleasing Habits.</p><p> </p><p>She’s here to discuss this pattern of handing our worth, choices, and energy over to others to feel safe, loved, and accepted, or as she calls it: emotional outsourcing.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/330" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/330</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you constantly putting everyone else's needs before your own, even in your grief? When we're grieving, it's tempting to try to "keep it together" for everyone else. But managing your grief for others' comfort comes at a deep cost to our own healing.</p><p> </p><p>This week, I’m joined by Bea Albina, a nurse practitioner turned master life coach, somatic expert, and author of a new book called End Emotional Outsourcing: How to Overcome Your Codependent, Perfectionist, and People-Pleasing Habits.</p><p> </p><p>She’s here to discuss this pattern of handing our worth, choices, and energy over to others to feel safe, loved, and accepted, or as she calls it: emotional outsourcing.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/330" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/330</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/end-emotional-outsourcing-bea-albina/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a1d8c582-9d3d-4653-a45f-6bec2441e1f2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a2095d94-669c-4a2c-ab82-93746238ea4e.mp3" length="54400868" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:48</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>330</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>330</podcast:episode></item><item><title>329. Why Waiting for Motivation Keeps You Stuck</title><itunes:title>Why Waiting for Motivation Keeps You Stuck</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever told yourself, “<em>I'll do it when I feel motivated?”</em></p><p> </p><p>Maybe it's about going through your person's belongings. Maybe it's about getting back to exercise. Maybe it's about making those difficult financial decisions. Here's the truth: If you're waiting to feel motivated before taking action, you might be waiting a very long time.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn the importance of understanding the difference between motivation and commitment. You’ll hear why motivation isn't the spark that starts the fire (and what really is), and practical tools to take action even when you don't feel like it. If you've been waiting to feel "ready" or "motivated" before making changes in your life, this episode is for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/329" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/329</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever told yourself, “<em>I'll do it when I feel motivated?”</em></p><p> </p><p>Maybe it's about going through your person's belongings. Maybe it's about getting back to exercise. Maybe it's about making those difficult financial decisions. Here's the truth: If you're waiting to feel motivated before taking action, you might be waiting a very long time.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn the importance of understanding the difference between motivation and commitment. You’ll hear why motivation isn't the spark that starts the fire (and what really is), and practical tools to take action even when you don't feel like it. If you've been waiting to feel "ready" or "motivated" before making changes in your life, this episode is for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/329" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/329</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/waiting-for-motivation/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">698d4994-fafc-4d39-a2dc-00f4337cf404</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e5dab142-5c08-4d21-8431-ae024b31aa71.mp3" length="16276883" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>329</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>329</podcast:episode></item><item><title>328. Widowhood and the ‘What-If’ Doom Spiral</title><itunes:title>Widowhood and the ‘What-If’ Doom Spiral</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, with your thoughts spinning out of control? One worried thought leads to another, and before you know it, you're imagining worst-case scenarios that feel all too real.</p><p> </p><p>I call this the ‘what-if' doom spiral, and if you're experiencing it, you're not alone.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Listen in this week to learn how to recognize the what-if doom spiral, and how to calm your nervous system, ground yourself in the present moment, and ask yourself questions that actually move you forward instead of keeping you stuck in anticipatory anxiety.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/328" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/328</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night, with your thoughts spinning out of control? One worried thought leads to another, and before you know it, you're imagining worst-case scenarios that feel all too real.</p><p> </p><p>I call this the ‘what-if' doom spiral, and if you're experiencing it, you're not alone.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Listen in this week to learn how to recognize the what-if doom spiral, and how to calm your nervous system, ground yourself in the present moment, and ask yourself questions that actually move you forward instead of keeping you stuck in anticipatory anxiety.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/328" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/328</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/what-if-doom-spiral/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">660a5813-92a5-4c9f-a385-21cc963fc2ac</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8ab41aec-c581-497e-bc26-27cf6164461d.mp3" length="10587513" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>11:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>328</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>328</podcast:episode></item><item><title>327. From Alone to Connected: 3 Ways Widows Can Ease Loneliness in Public</title><itunes:title>From Alone to Connected: 3 Ways Widows Can Ease Loneliness in Public</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Standing in a crowded room after losing your spouse can feel like being invisible in plain sight. The laughter around you seems distant, the couples holding hands become all you notice, and somehow being surrounded by people makes the loneliness even sharper.</p><p>Join me today to learn simple but powerful actions and mindset shifts that will help you move from feeling like an outsider to feeling genuinely connected, even in challenging social situations.</p><p><br></p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/327" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/327</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Standing in a crowded room after losing your spouse can feel like being invisible in plain sight. The laughter around you seems distant, the couples holding hands become all you notice, and somehow being surrounded by people makes the loneliness even sharper.</p><p>Join me today to learn simple but powerful actions and mindset shifts that will help you move from feeling like an outsider to feeling genuinely connected, even in challenging social situations.</p><p><br></p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/327" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/327</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/alone-to-connected-ease-loneliness/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">685975a1-f9a3-4fbc-815b-a7ee61c42843</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6b77e0d1-da1b-4c01-a010-58320cb325b9.mp3" length="14005270" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>327</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>327</podcast:episode></item><item><title>326. Can Widows Change Their Happiness Set Point?</title><itunes:title>Can Widows Change Their Happiness Set Point?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The human brain has a remarkable ability to adapt to both positive and negative life changes, eventually returning us to a baseline level of happiness.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>When your person dies, it can feel like your happiness baseline has been&nbsp;permanently lowered. Many widows worry they'll never experience the same level of joy or fulfillment they once knew. But here's what modern science tells us: your happiness is changeable through consistent, intentional practice.</p><p> </p><p>Join me today to learn how hedonic adaptation works like an emotional thermostat that pulls you back to your normal happiness level, what keeps some people stuck at a lower happiness set point, and how savoring micro-joys interrupts hedonic adaptation and strengthens positive neural pathways.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/326" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/326</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The human brain has a remarkable ability to adapt to both positive and negative life changes, eventually returning us to a baseline level of happiness.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>When your person dies, it can feel like your happiness baseline has been&nbsp;permanently lowered. Many widows worry they'll never experience the same level of joy or fulfillment they once knew. But here's what modern science tells us: your happiness is changeable through consistent, intentional practice.</p><p> </p><p>Join me today to learn how hedonic adaptation works like an emotional thermostat that pulls you back to your normal happiness level, what keeps some people stuck at a lower happiness set point, and how savoring micro-joys interrupts hedonic adaptation and strengthens positive neural pathways.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/326" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/326</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/happiness-set-point/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3f3ba755-2c00-4dcf-8d1a-342f66ea81ed</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3b616c7b-c3b6-4132-90cb-f6517c8e4e83.mp3" length="18374573" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>326</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>326</podcast:episode></item><item><title>325. The Healing Grief Spiral: A New Way to Understand Grief Integration</title><itunes:title>The Healing Grief Spiral: A New Way to Understand Grief Integration</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Grief doesn't follow a straight line. It spirals. When intense emotions resurface months or even years later, when you circle back to feelings you thought you'd already processed, it's not a sign of failure or regression.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>The Healing Grief Spiral is a framework I created that reflects how grief actually works: as an upward expansion cycle where we revisit three core steps over and over, each time from a place of greater strength and awareness.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Join me today to discover how to work with your grief instead of against it.&nbsp; This isn't about moving on or reaching some final stage of acceptance. It's about building the skills to be a real human experiencing grief while creating a life you want to live.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/325" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/325</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grief doesn't follow a straight line. It spirals. When intense emotions resurface months or even years later, when you circle back to feelings you thought you'd already processed, it's not a sign of failure or regression.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>The Healing Grief Spiral is a framework I created that reflects how grief actually works: as an upward expansion cycle where we revisit three core steps over and over, each time from a place of greater strength and awareness.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Join me today to discover how to work with your grief instead of against it.&nbsp; This isn't about moving on or reaching some final stage of acceptance. It's about building the skills to be a real human experiencing grief while creating a life you want to live.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/325" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/325</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/healing-grief-spiral-integration/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fc62822e-1627-428c-89ca-5ce6b6194537</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/98db7707-da84-4aa0-8b94-66de282d9093.mp3" length="21207991" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>325</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>325</podcast:episode></item><item><title>324. The Power of Community in Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jennifer Schroeder</title><itunes:title>The Power of Community in Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jennifer Schroeder</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Community isn't just about having people around you - it's about finding those who truly understand the weight of what you're carrying.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>When Jennifer Schroeder lost her husband Jerry after 40 years together, she discovered that the isolation of grief was almost as crushing as the loss itself.</p><p> </p><p>Join us this week as Jennifer shares how joining a community of widows transformed her relationship with grief. From arguing that loving life again was "a bridge too far" to finding peace in the belief that her days as a widow were always meant to be, she reveals the specific tools and mindset shifts that helped her move from survival mode to building a meaningful future.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/324" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/324</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Community isn't just about having people around you - it's about finding those who truly understand the weight of what you're carrying.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>When Jennifer Schroeder lost her husband Jerry after 40 years together, she discovered that the isolation of grief was almost as crushing as the loss itself.</p><p> </p><p>Join us this week as Jennifer shares how joining a community of widows transformed her relationship with grief. From arguing that loving life again was "a bridge too far" to finding peace in the belief that her days as a widow were always meant to be, she reveals the specific tools and mindset shifts that helped her move from survival mode to building a meaningful future.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/324" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/324</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/community-widows-unfiltered-jennifer-schroeder/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1be31dae-f40e-45db-9139-3dd0ca840bcf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Aug 2025 05:10:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/52742dc2-89a0-4c3d-b693-b831fff2e274.mp3" length="44512595" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>324</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>324</podcast:episode></item><item><title>323. When Life After Loss Feels Hard</title><itunes:title>When Life After Loss Feels Hard</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Life after loss can feel heavy. Not just in the early days of grief, but years later when you're managing moves, anniversaries, and unexpected challenges all at once.</p><p> </p><p>When your brain gets stuck in "everything is hard mode," it becomes a pattern-seeking machine that filters every experience through that lens. The to-do lists multiply, the emotions intensify, and suddenly you're living in what feels like a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. But here's what I've learned: You don't have to change everything about your situation to make it feel more manageable.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to learn why your brain might be stuck in "everything is hard" mode, the two key shifts that can help you feel more capable, and practical ways to support yourself when life feels overwhelming.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/323" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/323</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Life after loss can feel heavy. Not just in the early days of grief, but years later when you're managing moves, anniversaries, and unexpected challenges all at once.</p><p> </p><p>When your brain gets stuck in "everything is hard mode," it becomes a pattern-seeking machine that filters every experience through that lens. The to-do lists multiply, the emotions intensify, and suddenly you're living in what feels like a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day. But here's what I've learned: You don't have to change everything about your situation to make it feel more manageable.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to learn why your brain might be stuck in "everything is hard" mode, the two key shifts that can help you feel more capable, and practical ways to support yourself when life feels overwhelming.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/323" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/323</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/when-life-after-loss-feels-hard/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dc527444-37a8-46bb-9150-99168e2d2586</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Aug 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/187aefc8-fb51-4db1-956d-2a35bdda0b07.mp3" length="22287271" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>323</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>323</podcast:episode></item><item><title>322. Trusting Yourself as a Widow</title><itunes:title>Trusting Yourself as a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you find yourself second-guessing every decision since your loss?</p><p> </p><p>When grief hits, the ground beneath your feet doesn't just shift - it disappears entirely. The person who helped you think through decisions, who was your emotional anchor and nervous system co-regulator, is gone. Now you're trying to navigate life with a brain on high alert and a body that's exhausted, wondering why every decision feels impossible and why you can't seem to trust your own judgment anymore.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn why self-trust after loss isn’t just about confidence - it’s about your entire relationship with yourself. You’ll hear why this loss of self-trust is so common after losing your spouse, and more importantly, how to rebuild it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/322" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/322</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you find yourself second-guessing every decision since your loss?</p><p> </p><p>When grief hits, the ground beneath your feet doesn't just shift - it disappears entirely. The person who helped you think through decisions, who was your emotional anchor and nervous system co-regulator, is gone. Now you're trying to navigate life with a brain on high alert and a body that's exhausted, wondering why every decision feels impossible and why you can't seem to trust your own judgment anymore.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn why self-trust after loss isn’t just about confidence - it’s about your entire relationship with yourself. You’ll hear why this loss of self-trust is so common after losing your spouse, and more importantly, how to rebuild it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/322" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/322</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/trusting-yourself-as-a-widow/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">43297ef9-b232-40b2-862b-5fe23c76a2bd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bbb4edc9-0830-4e9c-811c-c78a8ed4d95a.mp3" length="23843929" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>322</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>322</podcast:episode></item><item><title>321. What No One Tells You About Feeling Stuck After Loss</title><itunes:title>What No One Tells You About Feeling Stuck After Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Feeling stuck after loss looks different than most people imagine. You're functioning, checking off your to-do list, and everyone thinks you're doing well. They tell you how strong you are. But inside, you're watching your life happen from the outside, going through the motions without really feeling connected to any of it.</p><p> </p><p>This particular kind of stuckness happens when you're past the point of barely surviving but nowhere near thriving. You might feel detached or foggy, not excited about the future but not wanting to go back to the past either.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I pull back the curtain on what's really happening when you feel stuck after loss, and more importantly, why you don't have to stay there.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/321" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/321</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Feeling stuck after loss looks different than most people imagine. You're functioning, checking off your to-do list, and everyone thinks you're doing well. They tell you how strong you are. But inside, you're watching your life happen from the outside, going through the motions without really feeling connected to any of it.</p><p> </p><p>This particular kind of stuckness happens when you're past the point of barely surviving but nowhere near thriving. You might feel detached or foggy, not excited about the future but not wanting to go back to the past either.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I pull back the curtain on what's really happening when you feel stuck after loss, and more importantly, why you don't have to stay there.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/321" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/321</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/feeling-stuck-after-loss/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f1edc69e-3cba-45d6-a83d-5596ad715200</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4425afbc-97e4-484a-8c26-8c8e7f397d35.mp3" length="16618593" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>321</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>321</podcast:episode></item><item><title>320. The Invisible Ceiling After Loss</title><itunes:title>The Invisible Ceiling After Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There’s an invisible ceiling above you, limiting what you believe is possible for your life after loss. You didn't put it there consciously, you probably can't even see it clearly, but you can feel its weight pressing down on everything you do. This quiet but powerful belief problem shapes your entire future without you even realizing it's there.</p><p> </p><p>After losing your person, you put one foot in front of the other and get through the practical stuff. You hold it together for your kids, your job, your family. Eventually you reach a place where you're not in crisis mode anymore, but you're not really living either - you're just existing inside patterns that feel familiar and predictable but not great.</p><p> </p><p>Most widows never stop to consider that the way they think about what's possible for their lives is just a habit, not a fact or fixed reality. This week, you'll discover why feeling stuck is so common and learn that possibility is something you can create based on the beliefs you choose to cultivate for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/320" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/320</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There’s an invisible ceiling above you, limiting what you believe is possible for your life after loss. You didn't put it there consciously, you probably can't even see it clearly, but you can feel its weight pressing down on everything you do. This quiet but powerful belief problem shapes your entire future without you even realizing it's there.</p><p> </p><p>After losing your person, you put one foot in front of the other and get through the practical stuff. You hold it together for your kids, your job, your family. Eventually you reach a place where you're not in crisis mode anymore, but you're not really living either - you're just existing inside patterns that feel familiar and predictable but not great.</p><p> </p><p>Most widows never stop to consider that the way they think about what's possible for their lives is just a habit, not a fact or fixed reality. This week, you'll discover why feeling stuck is so common and learn that possibility is something you can create based on the beliefs you choose to cultivate for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/320" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/320</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/invisible-ceiling-after-loss/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">32ae896b-c819-447d-8ac9-62015cc68a9a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a8f992a9-1591-41e7-8bfc-7cea5c7d3105.mp3" length="10998883" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>11:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>320</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>320</podcast:episode></item><item><title>319. When Your Grief Includes Anger</title><itunes:title>When Your Grief Includes Anger</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When Hugo died, people kept assuming I'd be furious at the driver who had meth and alcohol in his system. But the anger just wasn't there -&nbsp;it felt like a tragedy, not a betrayal. The emotions I carried were heavy with sadness and shock, but <em>not</em> the white-hot rage everyone expected.</p><p> </p><p>This time around, with my recent breakup and having to sell the house, I'm experiencing wave after wave of intense anger. Maybe you've been caught off guard by unexpected waves of anger, or perhaps you're wondering why you're not feeling angry when everyone expects you to be.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I share my own real-time experience with anger in grief, and how drastically different it can look from one loss to another. I'll show you how to let these waves of emotion move through without letting them drive your choices, whether your anger comes early, late, or not at all.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/319" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/319</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When Hugo died, people kept assuming I'd be furious at the driver who had meth and alcohol in his system. But the anger just wasn't there -&nbsp;it felt like a tragedy, not a betrayal. The emotions I carried were heavy with sadness and shock, but <em>not</em> the white-hot rage everyone expected.</p><p> </p><p>This time around, with my recent breakup and having to sell the house, I'm experiencing wave after wave of intense anger. Maybe you've been caught off guard by unexpected waves of anger, or perhaps you're wondering why you're not feeling angry when everyone expects you to be.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I share my own real-time experience with anger in grief, and how drastically different it can look from one loss to another. I'll show you how to let these waves of emotion move through without letting them drive your choices, whether your anger comes early, late, or not at all.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/319" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/319</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/grief-includes-anger/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">005931d3-3156-48db-824d-c82841cb314a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/86b9014e-0f06-4031-a2a6-e93356a56eda.mp3" length="14611550" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>319</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>319</podcast:episode></item><item><title>318. How Black-and-White Thinking Can Hijack Life After Loss</title><itunes:title>How Black-and-White Thinking Can Hijack Life After Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Black-and-white thinking shows up everywhere in grief - in the harsh judgments we make about ourselves, in the impossible standards we hold ourselves to, and in the rigid rules we create about how healing should look.</p><p> </p><p>It's that voice that says you're either doing grief "right" or you're failing completely, with no room for the messy middle ground where most of us actually live.</p><p> </p><p>In this week’s episode, you’ll learn a more gentle way of thinking about your grief journey. I show you how to break free from black-and-white thinking, and why making space for nuance might be exactly what you need.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/318" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/318</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Black-and-white thinking shows up everywhere in grief - in the harsh judgments we make about ourselves, in the impossible standards we hold ourselves to, and in the rigid rules we create about how healing should look.</p><p> </p><p>It's that voice that says you're either doing grief "right" or you're failing completely, with no room for the messy middle ground where most of us actually live.</p><p> </p><p>In this week’s episode, you’ll learn a more gentle way of thinking about your grief journey. I show you how to break free from black-and-white thinking, and why making space for nuance might be exactly what you need.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/318" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/318</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/black-and-white-thinking/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a00dc051-bef8-475d-a7f7-054287a49e69</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b81cd152-a368-458e-a8e1-84d16278257a.mp3" length="15185187" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>318</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>318</podcast:episode></item><item><title>317. The Pressure to Be Productive in Grief</title><itunes:title>The Pressure to Be Productive in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I'm addressing the productivity pressure that so many widows face - that nagging feeling that you should be&nbsp;doing more, moving faster, or getting back to normal. This isn't just about recognizing the pressure; it's about understanding how deeply our culture has tied our sense of worth to our output.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to discover how to identify when productivity pressure is affecting your grief process, even when you think you're just being realistic. I share specific questions to help you examine your beliefs about rest and worthiness, and most importantly, you'll learn why slowing down isn't failure - it's actually essential for processing grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/317" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/317</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I'm addressing the productivity pressure that so many widows face - that nagging feeling that you should be&nbsp;doing more, moving faster, or getting back to normal. This isn't just about recognizing the pressure; it's about understanding how deeply our culture has tied our sense of worth to our output.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to discover how to identify when productivity pressure is affecting your grief process, even when you think you're just being realistic. I share specific questions to help you examine your beliefs about rest and worthiness, and most importantly, you'll learn why slowing down isn't failure - it's actually essential for processing grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/317" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/317</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/pressure-to-be-productive-in-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9195be82-67d9-4b30-9a7f-1024200311d3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ea4e1616-4bdf-4310-997a-1f8811ac9280.mp3" length="11889979" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>317</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>317</podcast:episode></item><item><title>316. Life After Loss: Grief Plateaus and Dirty Light Fixtures</title><itunes:title>Life After Loss: Grief Plateaus and Dirty Light Fixtures</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>While cleaning light fixtures in my home, I discovered layers of built-up dirt that had dimmed what were actually crystal-clear glass fixtures. For years, I had accepted the clouded appearance as normal, never questioning if something better lay beneath.&nbsp;This simple household revelation sparked a powerful metaphor for how we often&nbsp;settle into life after loss.</p><p> </p><p>I understand firsthand how we can unknowingly plateau in our grief journey. We reach a point where we're functioning and surviving, but not truly thriving.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>If you feel like you’re in a grief plateau - that space after the sharp edge of loss has dulled, but life still feels flat and uninspired - this episode is for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/316" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/316</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While cleaning light fixtures in my home, I discovered layers of built-up dirt that had dimmed what were actually crystal-clear glass fixtures. For years, I had accepted the clouded appearance as normal, never questioning if something better lay beneath.&nbsp;This simple household revelation sparked a powerful metaphor for how we often&nbsp;settle into life after loss.</p><p> </p><p>I understand firsthand how we can unknowingly plateau in our grief journey. We reach a point where we're functioning and surviving, but not truly thriving.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>If you feel like you’re in a grief plateau - that space after the sharp edge of loss has dulled, but life still feels flat and uninspired - this episode is for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/316" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/316</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/grief-plateaus-dirty-light-fixtures/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d2a66a56-58b7-4809-96af-c97161ec48dc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/04591594-4dca-4f45-8eb6-0202e9800802.mp3" length="13639575" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>316</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>316</podcast:episode></item><item><title>315. When Gratitude Is a Grief Blocker</title><itunes:title>When Gratitude Is a Grief Blocker</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As I navigate intense emotions using my regular tapping practice, I've noticed a common pattern that many of us fall into during grief - attempting to smooth over difficult feelings with gratitude.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>While gratitude is undeniably powerful and beneficial, I've observed how it can sometimes become a way to bypass emotions that need to be felt and processed.&nbsp;Tune in this week to learn how you might be unconsciously&nbsp;using gratitude as a shield against experiencing the full depth of your grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/315" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/315</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As I navigate intense emotions using my regular tapping practice, I've noticed a common pattern that many of us fall into during grief - attempting to smooth over difficult feelings with gratitude.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>While gratitude is undeniably powerful and beneficial, I've observed how it can sometimes become a way to bypass emotions that need to be felt and processed.&nbsp;Tune in this week to learn how you might be unconsciously&nbsp;using gratitude as a shield against experiencing the full depth of your grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/315" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/315</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/gratitude-grief-blocker/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e5aee384-a42a-418c-bcb7-0f6cb0d65c37</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7a3305e9-aeaa-40dc-af56-b2a06aa3ec3c.mp3" length="12750552" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>315</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>315</podcast:episode></item><item><title>314. 5 Signs You’re Ready to Love Life after Loss</title><itunes:title>5 Signs You’re Ready to Love Life after Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Living a full and meaningful life after loss isn't about waiting until you feel completely ready - it's about recognizing the subtle signs that you're prepared to take those first steps forward.</p><p> </p><p>Many widowed moms find themselves in what I call a "grief plateau." If this is you, it's time to move beyond merely surviving to truly thriving. In this episode, I explore the five key signs that suggest you're more ready than you think to love life again, even if uncertainty and sadness still linger.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/314" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/314</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Living a full and meaningful life after loss isn't about waiting until you feel completely ready - it's about recognizing the subtle signs that you're prepared to take those first steps forward.</p><p> </p><p>Many widowed moms find themselves in what I call a "grief plateau." If this is you, it's time to move beyond merely surviving to truly thriving. In this episode, I explore the five key signs that suggest you're more ready than you think to love life again, even if uncertainty and sadness still linger.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/314" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/314</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/ready-love-life-after-loss/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eb5dfcb8-874f-48e1-aa56-fb3d5071f4af</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1119e70f-590d-488a-a641-59cba728435a.mp3" length="18261985" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>314</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>314</podcast:episode></item><item><title>313. Can Widows Be Truly Happy Without Dating Again?</title><itunes:title>Can Widows Be Truly Happy Without Dating Again?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Is true happiness possible without pursuing another romantic relationship? This is a question many widows contemplate privately.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I break down what it means to build a steady, loving relationship with yourself and how to create genuine fulfillment as a widow. I discuss why rushing into dating from a place of discomfort can lead to settling for less than you deserve, and share practical ways to develop a sense of wholeness that isn't dependent on having a partner.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/313" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/313</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Is true happiness possible without pursuing another romantic relationship? This is a question many widows contemplate privately.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I break down what it means to build a steady, loving relationship with yourself and how to create genuine fulfillment as a widow. I discuss why rushing into dating from a place of discomfort can lead to settling for less than you deserve, and share practical ways to develop a sense of wholeness that isn't dependent on having a partner.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/313" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/313</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/happy-without-dating-again/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">50745b86-91a5-4f41-85d3-54ae372d692e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/50cbc636-872a-4223-a345-cbd0c1ea87a8.mp3" length="19541150" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>313</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>313</podcast:episode></item><item><title>312. The Shock of Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Janet Lea</title><itunes:title>The Shock of Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Janet Lea</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this raw and unfiltered conversation, I sit down with my client Janet Lea who shares her experience of grief after losing her wife of 43 years. Janet's perspective is fresh—she's approaching the one-year mark since Mary Lou's passing—and her insights are both heartbreaking and illuminating.</p><p> </p><p>Join us this week as Janet lets us in on the realities of grief—from the unexpected ways it manifests physically to the well-intentioned but unhelpful things people say. Whether you're newly widowed or supporting someone who is, Janet's story offers valuable insights about navigating loss, asking for help, and finding your way forward without a roadmap.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/312" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/312</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this raw and unfiltered conversation, I sit down with my client Janet Lea who shares her experience of grief after losing her wife of 43 years. Janet's perspective is fresh—she's approaching the one-year mark since Mary Lou's passing—and her insights are both heartbreaking and illuminating.</p><p> </p><p>Join us this week as Janet lets us in on the realities of grief—from the unexpected ways it manifests physically to the well-intentioned but unhelpful things people say. Whether you're newly widowed or supporting someone who is, Janet's story offers valuable insights about navigating loss, asking for help, and finding your way forward without a roadmap.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/312" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/312</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/shock-of-widowhood-janet-lea/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">847b9437-eda8-4a1a-a1a0-7c687512e081</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6297ffa3-ae7c-4c4a-930e-8b8a74d09c12.mp3" length="47289899" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>312</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>312</podcast:episode></item><item><title>311. Am I Grieving the Right Way?</title><itunes:title>Am I Grieving the Right Way?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“<em>Am I doing this wrong?”</em> The question haunts so many of us on our grief journey. We look around at other widows, compare our progress to arbitrary timelines, and wonder if our unique experience somehow means we're failing at grief.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I tackle the common fear that there's a "right way" to grieve and explain where this anxiety actually comes from.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I explore the pressure to grieve according to societal expectations, the common fears of grieving “wrong” or not doing enough, and questions to ask yourself instead of focusing on whether you’re grieving correctly.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/311" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/311</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“<em>Am I doing this wrong?”</em> The question haunts so many of us on our grief journey. We look around at other widows, compare our progress to arbitrary timelines, and wonder if our unique experience somehow means we're failing at grief.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I tackle the common fear that there's a "right way" to grieve and explain where this anxiety actually comes from.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week as I explore the pressure to grieve according to societal expectations, the common fears of grieving “wrong” or not doing enough, and questions to ask yourself instead of focusing on whether you’re grieving correctly.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/311" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/311</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/grieving-the-right-way/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8d43e04d-a5e2-4087-aac4-e1adb4cab979</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1ea9ab43-8708-4adc-808f-9f28c2e89949.mp3" length="15051831" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>311</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>311</podcast:episode></item><item><title>310. The Grieving Body: An Interview with Mary-Frances O’Connor</title><itunes:title>The Grieving Body: An Interview with Mary-Frances O’Connor</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wondered why grief feels so physical? Why your heart races, your sleep vanishes, and your body aches when you're mourning the loss of someone you love?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this illuminating episode, I welcome back renowned grief researcher Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor to discuss her new book, <em>The Grieving Body</em>, which explores the profound physical impact of grief. Dr. O'Connor explains that grief isn't just emotional—it's deeply embodied. When we lose someone we love, it's like an amputation; part of our physical regulatory system is suddenly gone.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/310" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/310</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wondered why grief feels so physical? Why your heart races, your sleep vanishes, and your body aches when you're mourning the loss of someone you love?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this illuminating episode, I welcome back renowned grief researcher Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor to discuss her new book, <em>The Grieving Body</em>, which explores the profound physical impact of grief. Dr. O'Connor explains that grief isn't just emotional—it's deeply embodied. When we lose someone we love, it's like an amputation; part of our physical regulatory system is suddenly gone.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/310" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/310</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/the-grieving-body-mary-frances-oconnor/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">94b7fa99-5cfd-4134-832b-f4c6898804f5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f1db1138-c33f-42ff-a9c5-661464e392b6.mp3" length="45132804" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>310</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>310</podcast:episode></item><item><title>309. Staying Busy to Avoid Grief</title><itunes:title>Staying Busy to Avoid Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you filling&nbsp;<em>every hour of your day</em>&nbsp;since your partner died?</p><p>  </p><p>Maybe well-meaning friends have advised you to “just stay busy” or “give it time” as if these are magical solutions to grief. While staying busy<em>&nbsp;can&nbsp;</em>provide temporary relief, it might actually be keeping you stuck in your grief journey without you even realizing it.</p><p> </p><p>Staying busy can feel like a way to maintain control when everything else feels unpredictable. But there’s a&nbsp;crucial difference&nbsp;between healthy distraction and avoidance.&nbsp;Today, I’m exploring when busyness&nbsp;<em>supports us</em>&nbsp;and when it’s a form of&nbsp;avoidance that takes us further from the life we want to build next.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/309" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/309</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you filling&nbsp;<em>every hour of your day</em>&nbsp;since your partner died?</p><p>  </p><p>Maybe well-meaning friends have advised you to “just stay busy” or “give it time” as if these are magical solutions to grief. While staying busy<em>&nbsp;can&nbsp;</em>provide temporary relief, it might actually be keeping you stuck in your grief journey without you even realizing it.</p><p> </p><p>Staying busy can feel like a way to maintain control when everything else feels unpredictable. But there’s a&nbsp;crucial difference&nbsp;between healthy distraction and avoidance.&nbsp;Today, I’m exploring when busyness&nbsp;<em>supports us</em>&nbsp;and when it’s a form of&nbsp;avoidance that takes us further from the life we want to build next.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/309" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/309</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/staying-busy-to-avoid-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1dd487ee-c12c-409c-8dda-b5b99ccca296</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2ab7d5f3-f5b2-4ba1-933c-f339cb42a45b.mp3" length="26340771" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>309</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>309</podcast:episode></item><item><title>308. Suicide Loss and Healing: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jo Kleinsorge</title><itunes:title>Suicide Loss and Healing: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jo Kleinsorge</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What happens when the life you thought was perfect suddenly shatters?</p><p> </p><p>In this week's episode, I sit down with Jo Kleinsorge, who lost her high school sweetheart to suicide two years ago. Their life seemed picture-perfect on the surface - financially stable, healthy kids, world travelers, surrounded by great friends. But in an instant, everything changed.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/308" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/308</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What happens when the life you thought was perfect suddenly shatters?</p><p> </p><p>In this week's episode, I sit down with Jo Kleinsorge, who lost her high school sweetheart to suicide two years ago. Their life seemed picture-perfect on the surface - financially stable, healthy kids, world travelers, surrounded by great friends. But in an instant, everything changed.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/308" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/308</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/suicide-loss-widows-unfiltered-jo-kleinsorge/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">379ae05d-5184-4afa-8460-9d85533fed60</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/11528dec-d60c-4224-9810-e6c55f477328.mp3" length="79344238" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>308</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>308</podcast:episode></item><item><title>307. Why Do I Feel the Need to Control Everything?</title><itunes:title>Why Do I Feel the Need to Control Everything?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you find yourself trying to control everything in your life since losing your person?</p><p> </p><p>If so, I want you to know that this is completely normal, especially after loss. Our need to control often comes from a deep desire to feel safe when our world has been turned upside down.</p><p> </p><p>But here's the truth: trying to control what we can't control is exhausting. It's like trying to hold onto sand - the tighter we grip, the more it slips through our fingers.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I explore why we feel compelled to control everything after loss, the hidden costs of this behavior, and how to find true power without control.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/307" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/307</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you find yourself trying to control everything in your life since losing your person?</p><p> </p><p>If so, I want you to know that this is completely normal, especially after loss. Our need to control often comes from a deep desire to feel safe when our world has been turned upside down.</p><p> </p><p>But here's the truth: trying to control what we can't control is exhausting. It's like trying to hold onto sand - the tighter we grip, the more it slips through our fingers.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I explore why we feel compelled to control everything after loss, the hidden costs of this behavior, and how to find true power without control.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/307" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/307</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/need-control-everything/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1fcf1b47-c733-467f-a595-c918e0230a5d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dd84bd6a-5acc-44f0-8d0a-6db1cd50d8c5.mp3" length="36562745" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>307</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>307</podcast:episode></item><item><title>306. Sad in Spring: If Flowers Are Blooming, Shouldn’t I Be Happy?</title><itunes:title>Sad in Spring: If Flowers Are Blooming, Shouldn’t I Be Happy?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you look outside at the blooming flowers and singing birds and wonder why you don't feel as bright and cheerful as the season suggests you should?</p><p> </p><p>You're not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Sometimes spring brings up a very different kind of tension - when everything outside looks light and beautiful, but inside, it feels heavy and tender. Maybe even dark.</p><p> </p><p>In this week's episode, I'm getting vulnerable and sharing my own experience with this seasonal disconnect, along with some gentle reminders that I think we all need to hear.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/306" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/306</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you look outside at the blooming flowers and singing birds and wonder why you don't feel as bright and cheerful as the season suggests you should?</p><p> </p><p>You're not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Sometimes spring brings up a very different kind of tension - when everything outside looks light and beautiful, but inside, it feels heavy and tender. Maybe even dark.</p><p> </p><p>In this week's episode, I'm getting vulnerable and sharing my own experience with this seasonal disconnect, along with some gentle reminders that I think we all need to hear.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/306" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/306</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/sad-in-spring/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8bfc9bc4-a670-4893-84ab-c8c8926e61db</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b4bc557b-4dbd-40d5-afab-599126214ee1.mp3" length="29723710" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:40</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>306</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>306</podcast:episode></item><item><title>305. How to Give Yourself a Break And Why You Probably Need One</title><itunes:title>How to Give Yourself a Break And Why You Probably Need One</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>How often are you pushing yourself to the point of exhaustion?</p><p> </p><p>For many widows, juggling work, children, household responsibilities, and grief creates a perfect storm where taking breaks seems impossible.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I share the warning signs that your body and mind desperately need rest, how to redefine what a "break" actually means, and why making rest non-negotiable is essential for your wellbeing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/305" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/305</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How often are you pushing yourself to the point of exhaustion?</p><p> </p><p>For many widows, juggling work, children, household responsibilities, and grief creates a perfect storm where taking breaks seems impossible.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I share the warning signs that your body and mind desperately need rest, how to redefine what a "break" actually means, and why making rest non-negotiable is essential for your wellbeing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/305" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/305</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/give-yourself-a-break/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">07a9eb6e-91ff-4d06-844d-bffec2e07225</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d688afa0-b7e7-41ad-a239-ea295961d827.mp3" length="19980853" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>305</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>305</podcast:episode></item><item><title>304. The Power of Small Wins in Grief</title><itunes:title>The Power of Small Wins in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel like your grief progress is too slow? That the little things you accomplish each day don't really matter in the grand scheme of things? I'm here to tell you that every small win counts, especially when you're grieving.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, we dive into the power of celebrating small wins and how they can help build momentum and confidence during the grief journey. You'll learn why our brains are wired to focus on the negative and how we can train them to notice and celebrate the positive instead.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/304" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/304</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel like your grief progress is too slow? That the little things you accomplish each day don't really matter in the grand scheme of things? I'm here to tell you that every small win counts, especially when you're grieving.</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, we dive into the power of celebrating small wins and how they can help build momentum and confidence during the grief journey. You'll learn why our brains are wired to focus on the negative and how we can train them to notice and celebrate the positive instead.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/304" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/304</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/small-wins-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">407e3845-94fb-4191-8d08-f3ae1d87cc91</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/532ba8e1-ff1b-4181-bdad-9fe7fdd8dc6d.mp3" length="18064245" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>304</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>304</podcast:episode></item><item><title>303. When Friends Vanish, Why It Happens, and How to Handle It</title><itunes:title>When Friends Vanish, Why It Happens, and How to Handle It</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I open up about my own recent experience with secondary loss, feeling the impact of recent plane crashes that involved the same types of aircraft my late husband Hugo used to work on. It's a stark reminder that grief doesn't have an expiration date, and secondary losses can hit us when we least expect them.</p><p> </p><p>If you've been struggling with vanishing friends in the wake of your loss, know that you are not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/303" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/303</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I open up about my own recent experience with secondary loss, feeling the impact of recent plane crashes that involved the same types of aircraft my late husband Hugo used to work on. It's a stark reminder that grief doesn't have an expiration date, and secondary losses can hit us when we least expect them.</p><p> </p><p>If you've been struggling with vanishing friends in the wake of your loss, know that you are not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/303" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/303</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/303]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">898a52e6-2a75-473d-a88e-616df5737deb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b7d0facb-bd61-44d1-b8a1-0796772fa4b4.mp3" length="25857119" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>303</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>303</podcast:episode></item><item><title>302. Necessary Endings for Widows</title><itunes:title>Necessary Endings for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Letting go can be incredibly challenging after loss. It may feel like a betrayal to release things tied to your partner's memory. However, holding on to what no longer aligns with the life you want to live can come at a high emotional cost.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why endings are essential for growth and how to take small steps toward letting go of what feels heavy.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/302" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/302</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Letting go can be incredibly challenging after loss. It may feel like a betrayal to release things tied to your partner's memory. However, holding on to what no longer aligns with the life you want to live can come at a high emotional cost.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why endings are essential for growth and how to take small steps toward letting go of what feels heavy.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/302" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/302</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/302]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">733cc2a9-2df8-4802-a939-1a9775707d1f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/22418e5b-0efa-4875-8032-b59cd01e4da9.mp3" length="23953704" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>302</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>302</podcast:episode></item><item><title>301. Help Me Stop Eating My Grief</title><itunes:title>Help Me Stop Eating My Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Emotional eating is incredibly common, especially for those dealing with grief. It's not just about food either - maybe for you it's over drinking, over scrolling, over working, or over shopping.</p><p> </p><p>We're going to talk about why we eat our grief, how to understand what's driving this behavior, and a simple shift that can change how you respond to these cravings.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/301" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/301</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Emotional eating is incredibly common, especially for those dealing with grief. It's not just about food either - maybe for you it's over drinking, over scrolling, over working, or over shopping.</p><p> </p><p>We're going to talk about why we eat our grief, how to understand what's driving this behavior, and a simple shift that can change how you respond to these cravings.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/301" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/301</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/301]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">52a5ad22-1c8b-499c-a17b-e23f045d3ad7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bc48d648-f479-4647-bcd4-9ca749633f68.mp3" length="24835241" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>301</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>301</podcast:episode></item><item><title>300. What I’ve Learned About Grief in 300 Episodes</title><itunes:title>What I’ve Learned About Grief in 300 Episodes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I want to reflect on what I have learned in the last 100 episodes, building on the lessons I shared back in episode 200.</p><p> </p><p>Let's dive into eight powerful lessons that these past 100 episodes have taught me about grief. From understanding that grief isn't something to "get over" to recognizing the resilience within each of us, these insights have the potential to shift your perspective and support you on your journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/300" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/300</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I want to reflect on what I have learned in the last 100 episodes, building on the lessons I shared back in episode 200.</p><p> </p><p>Let's dive into eight powerful lessons that these past 100 episodes have taught me about grief. From understanding that grief isn't something to "get over" to recognizing the resilience within each of us, these insights have the potential to shift your perspective and support you on your journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/300" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/300</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/300]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">256af248-a2d5-4a60-bb76-9beb08e3ac53</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/60f4fe08-7c1e-4032-9757-3eba47e11540.mp3" length="19270120" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>300</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>300</podcast:episode></item><item><title>299. Are You Struggling or Are You Sad?</title><itunes:title>Are You Struggling or Are You Sad?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I share a simple yet powerful mindset shift that can help you navigate your emotions with more ease and less suffering.</p><p> </p><p>I explore the difference between struggling and feeling sad. By the end of this episode, you'll have a new perspective on sadness and a tool for creating more space for your feelings.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/299" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/299</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I share a simple yet powerful mindset shift that can help you navigate your emotions with more ease and less suffering.</p><p> </p><p>I explore the difference between struggling and feeling sad. By the end of this episode, you'll have a new perspective on sadness and a tool for creating more space for your feelings.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/299" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/299</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/299]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">23499c49-8e55-440a-a00e-15192825e48a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a000e238-138c-462e-989e-ffb16de9ae64.mp3" length="16339800" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>11:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>299</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>299</podcast:episode></item><item><title>298. Reimagining Valentine’s Day as a Day of Connection</title><itunes:title>Reimagining Valentine’s Day as a Day of Connection</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if I told you there was a way to reimagine Valentine's Day and make it a meaningful, connecting experience - even in the midst of grief?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>I explore four pillars of connection that can transform Valentine's Day from a painful reminder of loss to an opportunity for love and belonging. Whether you choose to focus on one, two or all of these pillars, you have the power to make this holiday whatever you need it to be.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/298" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/298</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if I told you there was a way to reimagine Valentine's Day and make it a meaningful, connecting experience - even in the midst of grief?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>I explore four pillars of connection that can transform Valentine's Day from a painful reminder of loss to an opportunity for love and belonging. Whether you choose to focus on one, two or all of these pillars, you have the power to make this holiday whatever you need it to be.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/298" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/298</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/298]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aac663a2-0498-4003-a41a-aa65e8b6c5c2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c0874957-8b5b-4051-8e24-7f602bca224a.mp3" length="18123198" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>298</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>298</podcast:episode></item><item><title>297. Creating Post-Traumatic Growth with These Powerful Sentences</title><itunes:title>Creating Post-Traumatic Growth with These Powerful Sentences</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I explore the fascinating concept of post-traumatic growth and how it's available to all of us, including widows. Post-traumatic growth doesn't mean being grateful for your loss or minimizing your pain. It's about intentionally creating more meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in your life after a traumatic event.</p><p> </p><p>I share powerful sentences that can help foster post-traumatic growth, the thoughts that can hold you back, and reflective questions to guide you on this journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/297" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/297</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I explore the fascinating concept of post-traumatic growth and how it's available to all of us, including widows. Post-traumatic growth doesn't mean being grateful for your loss or minimizing your pain. It's about intentionally creating more meaning, purpose, and fulfillment in your life after a traumatic event.</p><p> </p><p>I share powerful sentences that can help foster post-traumatic growth, the thoughts that can hold you back, and reflective questions to guide you on this journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/297" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/297</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/297]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">31defb0c-8571-4f98-83f7-b77f18e2424f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5d08b9b2-1333-4ff5-a160-05d16e42f118.mp3" length="26159307" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>297</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>297</podcast:episode></item><item><title>296. Rebuilding Confidence After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Danielle Fitzpatrick</title><itunes:title>Rebuilding Confidence After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Danielle Fitzpatrick</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt stuck in your grief, unsure of how to move forward after losing your husband? I talk with Danielle Fitzpatrick about her journey through grief after losing her husband to pancreatic cancer when she was only 36 years old.</p><p> </p><p>Danielle shares openly about the challenges she faced as a young widow and mother, from the numbness and insecurity she felt in the early days of grief to the difficulty of making decisions without her husband.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/296" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/296</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt stuck in your grief, unsure of how to move forward after losing your husband? I talk with Danielle Fitzpatrick about her journey through grief after losing her husband to pancreatic cancer when she was only 36 years old.</p><p> </p><p>Danielle shares openly about the challenges she faced as a young widow and mother, from the numbness and insecurity she felt in the early days of grief to the difficulty of making decisions without her husband.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/296" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/296</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/296]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c3c8a252-df3e-43bc-8356-e6e5c848a425</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/20505b8f-5bdb-4d43-98c1-0841ec7f2d4b.mp3" length="47507228" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>296</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>296</podcast:episode></item><item><title>295. I’m Doing All the Things, Why Don’t I Love My Life?</title><itunes:title>I’m Doing All the Things, Why Don’t I Love My Life?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you're doing everything right but still not feeling the happiness you expect, you're not alone. Many widows face this challenge, even after putting in the effort to rebuild their lives.</p><p> </p><p>I explore why this happens and offer a powerful tool to help you shift your mindset. By becoming aware of the stories you're telling yourself, you can regain control and start loving life again.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/295" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/295</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you're doing everything right but still not feeling the happiness you expect, you're not alone. Many widows face this challenge, even after putting in the effort to rebuild their lives.</p><p> </p><p>I explore why this happens and offer a powerful tool to help you shift your mindset. By becoming aware of the stories you're telling yourself, you can regain control and start loving life again.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/295" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/295</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/295]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b4da528c-67c8-4641-9301-266803ae2e83</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bbec5cac-1294-45e5-8048-20fad02a5a93.mp3" length="25306646" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>295</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>295</podcast:episode></item><item><title>294. Grief Is a Feature, Not a Bug</title><itunes:title>Grief Is a Feature, Not a Bug</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if, instead of being in the way of fully living life, grief is actually the way to fully living? I invite you to consider a powerful reframe: grief as a feature, not a bug.</p><p> </p><p>By listening to our grief, we open ourselves up to the possibility of post-traumatic growth - making changes that lead us toward a more aligned life, not in spite of what happened, but because of what we do after it happens.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/294" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/294</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if, instead of being in the way of fully living life, grief is actually the way to fully living? I invite you to consider a powerful reframe: grief as a feature, not a bug.</p><p> </p><p>By listening to our grief, we open ourselves up to the possibility of post-traumatic growth - making changes that lead us toward a more aligned life, not in spite of what happened, but because of what we do after it happens.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/294" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/294</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/294]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">19ef5c48-e28b-4246-bd9c-814ad92e5ff7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/836f8a5e-a11d-4888-bc5f-96037d9089f4.mp3" length="19025336" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>294</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>294</podcast:episode></item><item><title>293. Your Only Job This Year</title><itunes:title>Your Only Job This Year</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you feel inundated by all the "New Year, New You" messaging right now?</p><p> </p><p>What if, instead of trying to fix ourselves, your only job this year was to start selling yourself on your own inherent worthiness?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/293" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/293</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you feel inundated by all the "New Year, New You" messaging right now?</p><p> </p><p>What if, instead of trying to fix ourselves, your only job this year was to start selling yourself on your own inherent worthiness?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/293" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/293</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/293]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">13ace09d-1785-46a9-938c-c7bdb72ae496</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/00a9c489-fdf8-477b-865c-a45256d1e6b5.mp3" length="21753801" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>293</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>293</podcast:episode></item><item><title>292. Navigating Life’s Next Chapter: From Game 1 to Game 2</title><itunes:title>Navigating Life’s Next Chapter: From Game 1 to Game 2</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The death of a loved one can feel like the end of the game, but it’s important to remember that life doesn’t stop.</p><p> </p><p>Learn the concept of Game 1 versus Game 2, and how it can help us reframe our experience of loss and embrace the next chapter of our lives.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/292" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/292</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The death of a loved one can feel like the end of the game, but it’s important to remember that life doesn’t stop.</p><p> </p><p>Learn the concept of Game 1 versus Game 2, and how it can help us reframe our experience of loss and embrace the next chapter of our lives.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/292" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/292</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/next-chapter-game-1-game-2/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c0f20723-f612-48e5-9982-8e7ca8e57243</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9f6e588d-89f4-4759-8ed6-6c4ec4f8b26d.mp3" length="22941852" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>292</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>292</podcast:episode></item><item><title>291. Why the Holidays Hurt &amp; How to Create the Experience You Want</title><itunes:title>Why the Holidays Hurt &amp; How to Create the Experience You Want</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Why does the holiday season feel so challenging after loss, and what can you do to have an easier, more present experience at this time of year, even if you’re navigating grief?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Learn the three ways you might be making the holidays harder than they need to be, and my top tips for creating the experience you want to have.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/291" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/291</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Why does the holiday season feel so challenging after loss, and what can you do to have an easier, more present experience at this time of year, even if you’re navigating grief?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Learn the three ways you might be making the holidays harder than they need to be, and my top tips for creating the experience you want to have.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/291" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/291</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/holidays-hurt/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0096e569-62b6-4a6a-a5da-d7bfa91cb916</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/308f7d3b-95e4-4359-8e7e-21e7a6255190.mp3" length="21168166" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>291</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>291</podcast:episode></item><item><title>290. Grief, Sadness, and Joy: Lessons from Inside Out 2</title><itunes:title>Grief, Sadness, and Joy: Lessons from Inside Out 2</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>From the emotional volatility and disruption to our sense of self to the challenges we might face in our relationships, I explore what Inside Out 2 teaches us about navigating the messy, non-linear path of grief.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my insights from Inside Out 2, which I hope will change the way you view your grief journey. Learn how grief presents an opportunity to redefine who we are and what matters most to us.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/290" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/290</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From the emotional volatility and disruption to our sense of self to the challenges we might face in our relationships, I explore what Inside Out 2 teaches us about navigating the messy, non-linear path of grief.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my insights from Inside Out 2, which I hope will change the way you view your grief journey. Learn how grief presents an opportunity to redefine who we are and what matters most to us.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/290" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/290</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/lessons-inside-out-2/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">473079e9-80a3-4dd9-a029-61eecee10084</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4823afe7-f0dc-44e6-8757-0f04927e510a.mp3" length="37546388" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>290</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>290</podcast:episode></item><item><title>289. Grief, Sadness, and Joy: Lessons from Inside Out</title><itunes:title>Grief, Sadness, and Joy: Lessons from Inside Out</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I explore the profound lessons about grief, sadness, and joy from the beloved Disney Pixar movie, Inside Out, and&nbsp;share how they mirror our own experiences with loss and grief. Learn valuable insights about allowing our emotions to work together, rather than forcing one to dominate.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/289" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/289</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I explore the profound lessons about grief, sadness, and joy from the beloved Disney Pixar movie, Inside Out, and&nbsp;share how they mirror our own experiences with loss and grief. Learn valuable insights about allowing our emotions to work together, rather than forcing one to dominate.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/289" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/289</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/lessons-inside-out/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad1ad13-5f1a-4e37-872c-d6243c5e7640</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cbb726de-90b4-4637-8461-9dcfc255d750.mp3" length="31515279" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>289</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>289</podcast:episode></item><item><title>288. The Righting Reflex in Grief</title><itunes:title>The Righting Reflex in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever shared something difficult about your grief, only to have someone respond with a dismissive comment like, “They're in a better place” or, “At least you had the years you had together?” This instinct to fix or "right" a situation is known as the righting reflex. It’s a common response to seeing someone in pain that’s usually well-intentioned… but it doesn’t feel good.</p><p> </p><p>I explore the concept of the righting reflex, how it shows up in our interactions with others and ourselves, and strategies for responding to it in a way that honors our feelings and needs.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/288" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/288</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever shared something difficult about your grief, only to have someone respond with a dismissive comment like, “They're in a better place” or, “At least you had the years you had together?” This instinct to fix or "right" a situation is known as the righting reflex. It’s a common response to seeing someone in pain that’s usually well-intentioned… but it doesn’t feel good.</p><p> </p><p>I explore the concept of the righting reflex, how it shows up in our interactions with others and ourselves, and strategies for responding to it in a way that honors our feelings and needs.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/288" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/288</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/righting-reflex-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fc8e2155-09d7-42d7-a6c0-868259a919e1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e3c80489-76bf-4ca4-a6c5-a7b3afa52042.mp3" length="17379625" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>288</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>288</podcast:episode></item><item><title>287. Navigating the Labyrinth of Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Amy Krill</title><itunes:title>Navigating the Labyrinth of Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Amy Krill</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I sit down with my client, Amy Krill, who shares her story of love, loss, and resilience after the unexpected passing of her husband four years ago.&nbsp;Hear Amy’s journey of embracing grief wholly, making bold decisions, and ultimately creating a life she loves on the other side of tragedy.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/287" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/287</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I sit down with my client, Amy Krill, who shares her story of love, loss, and resilience after the unexpected passing of her husband four years ago.&nbsp;Hear Amy’s journey of embracing grief wholly, making bold decisions, and ultimately creating a life she loves on the other side of tragedy.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/287" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/287</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/labyrinth-grief-widows-unfiltered-interview-amy-krill/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8f4b9174-454d-4f2b-b2fa-a4a07626114f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/213c8b59-2871-4cfb-a5ac-f6d8a28eef87.mp3" length="73473586" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>287</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>287</podcast:episode></item><item><title>286. We Learn by Doing</title><itunes:title>We Learn by Doing</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I share a powerful philosophy that has transformed my approach to personal growth and decision-making: we learn by doing.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear examples of how learning by doing can help you navigate this chapter with greater ease and resilience, and how to apply this mindset to your journey as a widow to create the life you desire.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/286" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/286</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I share a powerful philosophy that has transformed my approach to personal growth and decision-making: we learn by doing.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear examples of how learning by doing can help you navigate this chapter with greater ease and resilience, and how to apply this mindset to your journey as a widow to create the life you desire.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/286" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/286</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/learn-by-doing/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">06cc60cd-b6bb-457e-917e-7fa09e5cdb72</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/350d017c-e322-4bc1-b300-7e3865624e2d.mp3" length="25524427" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>286</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>286</podcast:episode></item><item><title>285. Handling Holiday Triggers as a Widow</title><itunes:title>Handling Holiday Triggers as a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you dreading the holidays as a widow? Do certain sights, smells, or sounds trigger painful memories and emotions during this festive season?</p><p> </p><p>The holidays can be an incredibly challenging time when you're grieving the loss of a loved one, but being prepared and having a plan can make the experience more manageable.&nbsp;I explore practical strategies for handling holiday triggers with more ease and grace, and share tips for creating your personalized holiday resilience plan.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/285" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/285</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you dreading the holidays as a widow? Do certain sights, smells, or sounds trigger painful memories and emotions during this festive season?</p><p> </p><p>The holidays can be an incredibly challenging time when you're grieving the loss of a loved one, but being prepared and having a plan can make the experience more manageable.&nbsp;I explore practical strategies for handling holiday triggers with more ease and grace, and share tips for creating your personalized holiday resilience plan.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/285" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/285</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/handling-holiday-triggers-widow/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ac66adac-7408-4482-a8fd-3f169eedc779</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e72aeba5-61ee-4583-a7e0-1237ee758746.mp3" length="34431175" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>285</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>285</podcast:episode></item><item><title>284. Party of One: An Interview with Meghan Keane</title><itunes:title>Party of One: An Interview with Meghan Keane</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel pressured to find a romantic partner in order to be truly happy? What if being single was actually an opportunity to build a rich, fulfilling life on your own terms?&nbsp;I talk with Meghan Keane, founder of NPR's Life Kit podcast, about her new book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Party-One-Your-Best-Partner/dp/1797227521/?tag=coachingwit0f-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner</em></a>.</p><p> </p><p>Meghan shares her personal journey of losing her father at a young age and supporting her widowed mother, how societal expectations around marriage and partnership have evolved over time, and why it's important to prioritize all types of love and connection in our lives.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/284" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/284</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever feel pressured to find a romantic partner in order to be truly happy? What if being single was actually an opportunity to build a rich, fulfilling life on your own terms?&nbsp;I talk with Meghan Keane, founder of NPR's Life Kit podcast, about her new book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Party-One-Your-Best-Partner/dp/1797227521/?tag=coachingwit0f-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Party of One: Be Your Own Best Life Partner</em></a>.</p><p> </p><p>Meghan shares her personal journey of losing her father at a young age and supporting her widowed mother, how societal expectations around marriage and partnership have evolved over time, and why it's important to prioritize all types of love and connection in our lives.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/284" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/284</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/party-of-one-meghan-keane/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f86bccd4-97d6-4863-8c85-44e5b43bc2fd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bdb534a1-9489-4d10-9a4e-813e02a7410e.mp3" length="80425907" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>284</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>284</podcast:episode></item><item><title>283. Holding on vs. Honoring</title><itunes:title>Holding on vs. Honoring</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you holding on to your late partner’s belongings, unsure of when or how to let them go? It’s a tricky balance isn’t it - the desire to keep their memory close while also wanting to move forward, or maybe you simply aren’t ready to begin thinking about the future yet.</p><p> </p><p>Explore why releasing your partner's belongings after a loss can be so difficult. Hear a helpful reframe for this struggle that can guide you in determining whether you're honoring your loved one or simply holding on, along with a reminder that there is no right or wrong timeline for this process.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/283" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/283</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you holding on to your late partner’s belongings, unsure of when or how to let them go? It’s a tricky balance isn’t it - the desire to keep their memory close while also wanting to move forward, or maybe you simply aren’t ready to begin thinking about the future yet.</p><p> </p><p>Explore why releasing your partner's belongings after a loss can be so difficult. Hear a helpful reframe for this struggle that can guide you in determining whether you're honoring your loved one or simply holding on, along with a reminder that there is no right or wrong timeline for this process.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/283" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/283</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/holding-on-vs-honoring/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">627addcd-bd20-4f13-bb48-dc79f3abb23c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d76bd81d-e6f3-472e-bbf1-097ce26309b5.mp3" length="36362372" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>283</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>283</podcast:episode></item><item><title>282. The Pressure to Be Productive</title><itunes:title>The Pressure to Be Productive</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>From the Industrial Revolution to the modern-day superwoman ideal, women in grief especially have internalized the belief that our worth is tied to our output, but at what cost?</p><p> </p><p>Learn how the pressure to be productive can be harmful during grief. You'll also explore questions to help you examine your current relationship with productivity, allowing you to redefine success and give yourself permission to rest and feel.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/282" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/282</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>From the Industrial Revolution to the modern-day superwoman ideal, women in grief especially have internalized the belief that our worth is tied to our output, but at what cost?</p><p> </p><p>Learn how the pressure to be productive can be harmful during grief. You'll also explore questions to help you examine your current relationship with productivity, allowing you to redefine success and give yourself permission to rest and feel.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/282" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/282</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/pressure-productive/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">697a89e3-e957-4a4f-a099-0126bb7bc733</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/58cf76b0-9200-44c5-908d-e01dc4587605.mp3" length="29941600" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:48</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>282</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>282</podcast:episode></item><item><title>281. Rethinking the Ache</title><itunes:title>Rethinking the Ache</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt that deep ache or yearning after losing your person?&nbsp;While it’s a normal part of the grieving process, our minds often make the presence of this ache mean something negative about ourselves or our grief.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why you feel this ache in the first place, why it’s not a problem to solve, and how to rethink the ache so you can begin moving towards the experience you want to have.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/281" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/281</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt that deep ache or yearning after losing your person?&nbsp;While it’s a normal part of the grieving process, our minds often make the presence of this ache mean something negative about ourselves or our grief.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why you feel this ache in the first place, why it’s not a problem to solve, and how to rethink the ache so you can begin moving towards the experience you want to have.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/281" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/281</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/rethinking-the-ache/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e81a4b4a-e9bf-4090-9ac4-870585322321</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/45845955-bb44-4a80-a52f-7c839f8f2f43.mp3" length="13348103" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>09:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>281</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>281</podcast:episode></item><item><title>280. Finding Joy Again: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jenny Douglas</title><itunes:title>Finding Joy Again: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jenny Douglas</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Jenny Douglas is an amazing widow who has been through the trenches of grief and come out the other side. We discuss how Jenny rebuilt her life and rediscovered joy, even in the midst of sadness, and why investing in yourself is one of the best things you can do for your well-being.</p><p> </p><p>Jenny shares her powerful story of love, loss, and finding herself again after her husband John passed away.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/280" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/280</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jenny Douglas is an amazing widow who has been through the trenches of grief and come out the other side. We discuss how Jenny rebuilt her life and rediscovered joy, even in the midst of sadness, and why investing in yourself is one of the best things you can do for your well-being.</p><p> </p><p>Jenny shares her powerful story of love, loss, and finding herself again after her husband John passed away.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/280" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/280</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/finding-joy-again-widows-unfiltered-interview-jenny-douglas/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dd1b7da4-5e81-4e1b-ae9c-2a25e3359c80</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a42f1dca-33d4-48dc-9b3d-205ede70ccf8.mp3" length="57069244" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>39:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>280</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>280</podcast:episode></item><item><title>279. Widowhood as a Doorway</title><itunes:title>Widowhood as a Doorway</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever considered that widowhood could be a doorway to a more intentional life?&nbsp;It's not about loving that our person died, but about using this experience as an opportunity for growth and change, only if you want it.</p><p> </p><p>Hear how the loss of your person can bring up both new and long-standing struggles, and how widowhood can serve as an invitation to rewire our brains and change patterns that no longer serve us.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/279" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/279</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever considered that widowhood could be a doorway to a more intentional life?&nbsp;It's not about loving that our person died, but about using this experience as an opportunity for growth and change, only if you want it.</p><p> </p><p>Hear how the loss of your person can bring up both new and long-standing struggles, and how widowhood can serve as an invitation to rewire our brains and change patterns that no longer serve us.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/279" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/279</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/widowhood-doorway/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2d32f063-1717-47f5-a009-3ea3f53bd53b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9ddc5dce-e071-4e64-8b9d-429551ff2114.mp3" length="17612418" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>279</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>279</podcast:episode></item><item><title>278. The Double Whammy of Empty Nesting and Widowhood</title><itunes:title>The Double Whammy of Empty Nesting and Widowhood</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When empty nesting meets widowhood, you can expect to experience complex emotions.&nbsp;This unique combination of life transitions can feel like a double whammy, leaving you disoriented, lonely, and unsure of your identity.</p><p> </p><p>Explore six key challenges that arise when empty nesting and widowhood collide, and learn what you can do about the compounded sense of loneliness and the struggle of rebuilding routines during this identity shift.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/278" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/278</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When empty nesting meets widowhood, you can expect to experience complex emotions.&nbsp;This unique combination of life transitions can feel like a double whammy, leaving you disoriented, lonely, and unsure of your identity.</p><p> </p><p>Explore six key challenges that arise when empty nesting and widowhood collide, and learn what you can do about the compounded sense of loneliness and the struggle of rebuilding routines during this identity shift.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/278" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/278</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/empty-nesting-widowhood/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">af5c6250-b9ae-4990-90e3-33539111c188</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d3029bb7-4a2d-4fb5-bae8-f2be4c3fbf8e.mp3" length="27417483" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>278</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>278</podcast:episode></item><item><title>277. First Thoughts in Grief</title><itunes:title>First Thoughts in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Those automatic, habitual first thoughts you have in grief might not be particularly kind or useful, but the good news is that with awareness, you can choose subsequent thoughts that move you closer to the life you want.</p><p> </p><p>Learn how to be on the lookout for unhelpful first thoughts, and to explore examples of choosing second or even third thoughts that will allow you to see different possibilities.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/277" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/277</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Those automatic, habitual first thoughts you have in grief might not be particularly kind or useful, but the good news is that with awareness, you can choose subsequent thoughts that move you closer to the life you want.</p><p> </p><p>Learn how to be on the lookout for unhelpful first thoughts, and to explore examples of choosing second or even third thoughts that will allow you to see different possibilities.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/277" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/277</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/first-thoughts-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a394a6a4-e289-4933-a2b8-bd074f54c759</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/57448740-af02-420b-8049-954afe31cf89.mp3" length="20056949" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>277</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>277</podcast:episode></item><item><title>276. The Unexpected Gifts of Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Helen Tanner</title><itunes:title>The Unexpected Gifts of Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Helen Tanner</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>18 months ago, Helen Tanner was widowed after her husband Philip died unexpectedly following a short illness. In this episode, Helen shares her raw experience of becoming a widow at 43 years old, and how she’s navigating her grief as a doctor and mother of two.</p><p> </p><p>Hear how Helen’s medical training left her ill-equipped to handle her grief, how she has helped her young boys process their anger and sadness in healthy ways, and the unexpected gifts that have emerged since her husband passed.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/276" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/276</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>18 months ago, Helen Tanner was widowed after her husband Philip died unexpectedly following a short illness. In this episode, Helen shares her raw experience of becoming a widow at 43 years old, and how she’s navigating her grief as a doctor and mother of two.</p><p> </p><p>Hear how Helen’s medical training left her ill-equipped to handle her grief, how she has helped her young boys process their anger and sadness in healthy ways, and the unexpected gifts that have emerged since her husband passed.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/276" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/276</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/gifts-grief-widows-unfiltered-interview-helen-tanner/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a9a86922-1111-49bc-b38c-e3a7e577b125</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ceae9ef4-7509-46f6-b181-555b325c07aa.mp3" length="67532219" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:58</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>276</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>276</podcast:episode></item><item><title>275. An Essential Ingredient to Loving Life Again</title><itunes:title>An Essential Ingredient to Loving Life Again</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>One of the most essential ingredients to loving life again, yet one of the least talked about, is your belief in your inherent worthiness.&nbsp;Even if it’s unconscious, if you don’t believe you’re worthy of loving life again, you will keep repelling it.</p><p> </p><p>Learn how your long-held limiting beliefs may be blocking your path forward and how to cultivate a deep knowing that your worth is fully intact.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/275" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/275</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One of the most essential ingredients to loving life again, yet one of the least talked about, is your belief in your inherent worthiness.&nbsp;Even if it’s unconscious, if you don’t believe you’re worthy of loving life again, you will keep repelling it.</p><p> </p><p>Learn how your long-held limiting beliefs may be blocking your path forward and how to cultivate a deep knowing that your worth is fully intact.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/275" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/275</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/essential-ingredient-loving-life/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d6ebb908-2ddc-4ced-8d73-c5b78e16fce1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d3a8252d-2f41-498f-8929-2ecc42424a74.mp3" length="34666559" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>275</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>275</podcast:episode></item><item><title>274. Grief Power Grabs</title><itunes:title>Grief Power Grabs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Hugo’s death happened in such a way that, within a matter of hours, the rug had been ripped right out from underneath me, and he was gone.&nbsp;While you might not have the same story, I know that sense of powerlessness is a shared experience, no matter how your person died.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why the desire for control and power is normal, examples of how this might be manifesting in your life, and how to make peace with the feeling of powerlessness.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/274" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/274</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hugo’s death happened in such a way that, within a matter of hours, the rug had been ripped right out from underneath me, and he was gone.&nbsp;While you might not have the same story, I know that sense of powerlessness is a shared experience, no matter how your person died.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why the desire for control and power is normal, examples of how this might be manifesting in your life, and how to make peace with the feeling of powerlessness.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/274" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/274</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/grief-power-grabs/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a0b75108-f551-4041-82fd-55bba9b33f6b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d3f7fa46-18ab-4886-8377-5ec100822cee.mp3" length="28117946" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>274</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>274</podcast:episode></item><item><title>273. Helpful Thoughts in Grief</title><itunes:title>Helpful Thoughts in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Losing a loved one leaves us feeling like we’re at the effect of circumstances in life we didn’t and would never ask for.&nbsp;While we can’t change the significant loss we experience in grief, we <em>can</em> intentionally choose our internal experience of how we respond to life.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why choosing helpful thoughts in grief matters, how the intentional thoughts you choose can shape your grief experience, and a list of helpful thoughts I encourage you to borrow.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/273" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/273</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Losing a loved one leaves us feeling like we’re at the effect of circumstances in life we didn’t and would never ask for.&nbsp;While we can’t change the significant loss we experience in grief, we <em>can</em> intentionally choose our internal experience of how we respond to life.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why choosing helpful thoughts in grief matters, how the intentional thoughts you choose can shape your grief experience, and a list of helpful thoughts I encourage you to borrow.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/273" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/273</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/helpful-thoughts-in-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5d895eea-2a91-408b-b950-52aa687cb66a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c571873c-356e-434d-89ad-7b2f1b2a01bb.mp3" length="42679966" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>273</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>273</podcast:episode></item><item><title>272. Finding Strength in Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Berit Van Neste</title><itunes:title>Finding Strength in Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Berit Van Neste</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>How do you allow yourself space to grieve without fighting your feelings?&nbsp;This is something my Mom Goes On client, Berit Van Neste, had to learn when she lost her husband, Roy, to dementia and began slowly putting the pieces of her life back together.</p><p> </p><p>Berit shares her journey through love, loss, and finding herself again, and the surprising lessons she’s learned about navigating grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/272" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/272</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How do you allow yourself space to grieve without fighting your feelings?&nbsp;This is something my Mom Goes On client, Berit Van Neste, had to learn when she lost her husband, Roy, to dementia and began slowly putting the pieces of her life back together.</p><p> </p><p>Berit shares her journey through love, loss, and finding herself again, and the surprising lessons she’s learned about navigating grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/272" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/272</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/finding-strength-loss-widows-unfiltered-interview-berit-van-neste/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7c10cac1-caf3-4f6b-9721-550fa0fbd4a0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2dbeff5b-5ba9-4ebe-89a2-c1feb79c9b34.mp3" length="72866989" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>272</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>272</podcast:episode></item><item><title>271. The &apos;And&apos; of Dating Again as a Widow</title><itunes:title>The &apos;And&apos; of Dating Again as a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I get mad when people suggest false binaries in the dating experience of widows, especially when they haven’t been through this experience themselves. Wouldn’t it be nice if dating again as a widow was cut and dry, and not complicated, messy, or an emotional rollercoaster?</p><p> </p><p>I give you permission to embrace the 'and' in dating and offer 20 examples of how the 'and' in dating again as a widow helps you make space for the human experience you're having.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/271" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/271</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I get mad when people suggest false binaries in the dating experience of widows, especially when they haven’t been through this experience themselves. Wouldn’t it be nice if dating again as a widow was cut and dry, and not complicated, messy, or an emotional rollercoaster?</p><p> </p><p>I give you permission to embrace the 'and' in dating and offer 20 examples of how the 'and' in dating again as a widow helps you make space for the human experience you're having.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/271" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/271</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/and-dating-again/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8dff3be3-3528-4a70-81c1-304aafc0abab</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7240a5a6-532e-4ce2-9a30-104f081659f1.mp3" length="10687872" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>271</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>271</podcast:episode></item><item><title>270. Post-Traumatic Growth in the Small Things</title><itunes:title>Post-Traumatic Growth in the Small Things</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Every single day, I work with widows who are creating post-traumatic growth and don’t even realize it because the changes they’re undergoing don’t feel big enough.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>It’s time to expand what we consider post-traumatic growth. Learn what post-traumatic growth in the small things could look like for you and how you might already be showing up with courage and bravery in the little things.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/270" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/270</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every single day, I work with widows who are creating post-traumatic growth and don’t even realize it because the changes they’re undergoing don’t feel big enough.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>It’s time to expand what we consider post-traumatic growth. Learn what post-traumatic growth in the small things could look like for you and how you might already be showing up with courage and bravery in the little things.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/270" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/270</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/post-traumatic-growth-small-things/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae4038c4-cfdc-4d5d-8817-f25dbedb35c5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9c4fd9b7-8fd5-4793-a145-2eed2b75857f.mp3" length="31996666" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>270</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>270</podcast:episode></item><item><title>269. When Your In-Laws Don&apos;t Agree</title><itunes:title>When Your In-Laws Don&apos;t Agree</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I have coached widows who are struggling with their in-laws <em>countless</em> times. It’s an experience that’s extremely common, and while these situations are far from pleasant, there are also many opportunities here for you to cultivate more freedom, self-trust, and self-validation.</p><p> </p><p>I give you 10 strategies that will help you maintain perspective as you navigate what might be a challenging relationship with your in-laws.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/269" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/269</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have coached widows who are struggling with their in-laws <em>countless</em> times. It’s an experience that’s extremely common, and while these situations are far from pleasant, there are also many opportunities here for you to cultivate more freedom, self-trust, and self-validation.</p><p> </p><p>I give you 10 strategies that will help you maintain perspective as you navigate what might be a challenging relationship with your in-laws.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/269" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/269</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/when-your-in-laws-dont-agree/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fc7599d1-c77d-4841-9dbb-062f8f5be427</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c583d2ac-273a-4bfc-8888-24f1b6298b58.mp3" length="23947961" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>269</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>269</podcast:episode></item><item><title>268. How to Live a Full, Rich, Vibrant Life: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with KC Morris</title><itunes:title>How to Live a Full, Rich, Vibrant Life: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with KC Morris</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>My client, KC Morris, has accomplished a lot since her husband’s passing, but she felt there was more to life than just keeping her household together, staying on top of her career, and being a mom.</p><p> </p><p>KC decided to take a leap of faith and push herself towards the full, rich, vibrant life that she knew was available to her, and she’s here today to share her experience of navigating early grief and wearing all the hats as a widowed mom.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/268" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/268</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My client, KC Morris, has accomplished a lot since her husband’s passing, but she felt there was more to life than just keeping her household together, staying on top of her career, and being a mom.</p><p> </p><p>KC decided to take a leap of faith and push herself towards the full, rich, vibrant life that she knew was available to her, and she’s here today to share her experience of navigating early grief and wearing all the hats as a widowed mom.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/268" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/268</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/full-rich-vibrant-life-widows-unfiltered-kc-morris/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d27d51a9-c347-4583-9af5-0f37c2666597</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e4812111-3afd-4931-b881-7c91f4db8a45.mp3" length="68929436" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>268</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>268</podcast:episode></item><item><title>267. Why We Shouldn’t Grow from Grief</title><itunes:title>Why We Shouldn’t Grow from Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I love the possibilities that post-traumatic growth gives us in grief, but while growth is always available to us, it is far from a “should.”</p><p> </p><p>Whether you’re explicitly telling yourself that you should be growing from your grief, or your “should” is showing up in disguise, join me this week as I show you why you shouldn’t grow from grief unless you want to, and alternative ways to start seeing your grief experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/267" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/267</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I love the possibilities that post-traumatic growth gives us in grief, but while growth is always available to us, it is far from a “should.”</p><p> </p><p>Whether you’re explicitly telling yourself that you should be growing from your grief, or your “should” is showing up in disguise, join me this week as I show you why you shouldn’t grow from grief unless you want to, and alternative ways to start seeing your grief experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/267" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/267</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/grow-from-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ce7698ae-558f-4200-8eab-a634cb20970f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d8038568-0b4a-4223-8291-43dc1c270e31.mp3" length="18543271" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>267</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>267</podcast:episode></item><item><title>266. Is This Normal in Grief?</title><itunes:title>Is This Normal in Grief?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Grief is intense and complicated and completely unique to each and every person, so if you’re seeking reassurance that your experience is normal, you’re not alone… but it’s also not serving you.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn why we want to know if what we’re facing in grief is normal, how this question is unhelpful, and what you can ask instead.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/266" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/266</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grief is intense and complicated and completely unique to each and every person, so if you’re seeking reassurance that your experience is normal, you’re not alone… but it’s also not serving you.</p><p> </p><p>Tune in this week to learn why we want to know if what we’re facing in grief is normal, how this question is unhelpful, and what you can ask instead.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/266" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/266</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/normal-in-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fa504b76-9b7c-4cb2-b335-2f87bc768606</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b2fed3af-632b-4d9d-b11f-197dd93d099e.mp3" length="13078589" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>266</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>266</podcast:episode></item><item><title>265. Smiling at Sadness</title><itunes:title>Smiling at Sadness</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When you’ve experienced so much sadness, it’s common to feel worn down by it. But sadness doesn’t exist to hold you back. It’s there to remind you that you’ve lost something you care about deeply.&nbsp;So, can we smile at our sadness, welcome it in a little more, and witness it?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I'll show you the gifts sadness brings when we stop shoving it down by exploring themes of sadness from Disney's <em>Inside Out</em> movie.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/265" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/265</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When you’ve experienced so much sadness, it’s common to feel worn down by it. But sadness doesn’t exist to hold you back. It’s there to remind you that you’ve lost something you care about deeply.&nbsp;So, can we smile at our sadness, welcome it in a little more, and witness it?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>In this episode, I'll show you the gifts sadness brings when we stop shoving it down by exploring themes of sadness from Disney's <em>Inside Out</em> movie.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/265" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/265</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/smiling-at-sadness/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">32f16f3d-d9fb-4839-a23e-b64df340ec42</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5df9b4eb-7963-4a26-bc9e-7156b075410e.mp3" length="46859322" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>265</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>265</podcast:episode></item><item><title>264. Permission to Have an Extraordinary Life: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Christy O’Neil</title><itunes:title>Permission to Have an Extraordinary Life: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Christy O’Neil</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What do you do when you want to love life again after loss, but your happiness and joy left with your person?&nbsp;After the death of her husband Rob, my client Christy O’Neil knew she wanted to actively create an extraordinary life.</p><p> </p><p>She knew coaching would help her make life beautiful again, but she didn’t realize just how much, and she’s here to share her insights with you on this episode.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/264" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/264</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What do you do when you want to love life again after loss, but your happiness and joy left with your person?&nbsp;After the death of her husband Rob, my client Christy O’Neil knew she wanted to actively create an extraordinary life.</p><p> </p><p>She knew coaching would help her make life beautiful again, but she didn’t realize just how much, and she’s here to share her insights with you on this episode.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/264" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/264</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/widows-unfiltered-christy-oneil/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">57a32147-9ad7-46c0-a547-2f791c786c16</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/266c0e74-2262-4586-9441-bcafe0e032c7.mp3" length="66842987" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>264</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>264</podcast:episode></item><item><title>263. Widowhood and the Seven Deadly Sins: An Interview with Elise Loehnen</title><itunes:title>Widowhood and the Seven Deadly Sins: An Interview with Elise Loehnen</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Among her many significant achievements, Elise Loehnen is the author of the NewYork Times bestseller, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Our-Best-Behavior-Seven-Deadly-ebook/dp/B0BN574QYK/?tag=coachingwit0f-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good</em></a>, and she’s here today to help us make sense of our experience as women, especially in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Elise gives us a masterclass on how we are socialized as women, the cataclysmic price we pay to be perceived as “good,” and how we can find a more honest way to express ourselves in the world.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/263" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/263</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Among her many significant achievements, Elise Loehnen is the author of the NewYork Times bestseller, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Our-Best-Behavior-Seven-Deadly-ebook/dp/B0BN574QYK/?tag=coachingwit0f-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>On Our Best Behavior: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Price Women Pay to Be Good</em></a>, and she’s here today to help us make sense of our experience as women, especially in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Elise gives us a masterclass on how we are socialized as women, the cataclysmic price we pay to be perceived as “good,” and how we can find a more honest way to express ourselves in the world.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/263" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/263</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/widowhood-seven-deadly-sins-elise-loehnen/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eeab37c1-9642-4c79-9630-5ec6d87ecb1c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e4e752ec-fb46-4284-9ee5-dd017d4deb64.mp3" length="85016994" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>59:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>263</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>263</podcast:episode></item><item><title>262. What Taylor Swift Got Wrong About Grief</title><itunes:title>What Taylor Swift Got Wrong About Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Taylor Swift is someone I have <em>a lot</em> of admiration and respect for.&nbsp;She’s a phenomenal artist and businesswoman with a list of accomplishments longer than most, but she missed the mark a few weeks ago and we have to talk about it.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my thoughts on Taylor’s decision to categorize her songs using the five stages of grief, and why perpetuating a one-size-fits-all approach might be the antithesis of helpful.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/262" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/262</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Taylor Swift is someone I have <em>a lot</em> of admiration and respect for.&nbsp;She’s a phenomenal artist and businesswoman with a list of accomplishments longer than most, but she missed the mark a few weeks ago and we have to talk about it.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my thoughts on Taylor’s decision to categorize her songs using the five stages of grief, and why perpetuating a one-size-fits-all approach might be the antithesis of helpful.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/262" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/262</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/taylor-swift-wrong-about-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d1b0cb49-4e54-4a8c-9968-96c91072eb8c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a587ac62-ae25-4267-a92d-fc0faf0d5f67.mp3" length="12676133" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>262</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>262</podcast:episode></item><item><title>261. ‘And’ - The Most Powerful Word in Grief</title><itunes:title>‘And’ - The Most Powerful Word in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There are so many false binaries in grief that make the experience more painful than it already is.&nbsp;From forced gratitude to sweeping your sadness under the rug, none of it would be necessary if you started using the word ‘and’ more in your everyday life.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why I believe ‘and’ is one of the most magical words we can use in grief, how ‘and’ makes room for everything you feel, and how you can begin embracing the power of ‘and.’</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/261" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/261</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are so many false binaries in grief that make the experience more painful than it already is.&nbsp;From forced gratitude to sweeping your sadness under the rug, none of it would be necessary if you started using the word ‘and’ more in your everyday life.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why I believe ‘and’ is one of the most magical words we can use in grief, how ‘and’ makes room for everything you feel, and how you can begin embracing the power of ‘and.’</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/261" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/261</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/and-most-powerful-word-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c159e4b4-4479-48a8-86f3-f8f995303ac2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b27b5080-e644-4da1-9972-c4e96f6f8f94.mp3" length="12210947" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>261</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>261</podcast:episode></item><item><title>260. Questioning Your Faith after Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Stephanie Hester-Rodriguez</title><itunes:title>Questioning Your Faith after Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Stephanie Hester-Rodriguez</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>My Mom Goes On client Stephanie Hester-Rodriguez lost her husband in October 2021 after he contracted COVID.&nbsp; She went from living her happiest, best days to being thrown into the depths of grief.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear how her husband’s death ripped up the foundation of her life, shook her faith, and her process of rebuilding a life she loves.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/260" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/260</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My Mom Goes On client Stephanie Hester-Rodriguez lost her husband in October 2021 after he contracted COVID.&nbsp; She went from living her happiest, best days to being thrown into the depths of grief.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear how her husband’s death ripped up the foundation of her life, shook her faith, and her process of rebuilding a life she loves.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/260" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/260</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/widows-unfiltered-stephanie-hester-rodriguez/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3fac04cd-b9eb-475b-aad8-530485b9b658</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f36d7f8e-d3c0-4227-b3c2-bf15d92e938b.mp3" length="39866943" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>260</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>260</podcast:episode></item><item><title>259. Introducing Grief Essentials and Your New Widow Questions Answered</title><itunes:title>Introducing Grief Essentials and Your New Widow Questions Answered</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Early acute grief often brings with it a sense of chaos and so many questions about what’s normal or what to expect.&nbsp;This time tends to feel like a roller-coaster for new widows because what they’re really looking for is reassurance, and I believe having accurate information and tools makes it easier.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>I’m sharing my answers to five of the most common new widow questions, and introducing you to Grief Essentials: my new pilot program for those of you navigating early grief.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/259" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/259</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Early acute grief often brings with it a sense of chaos and so many questions about what’s normal or what to expect.&nbsp;This time tends to feel like a roller-coaster for new widows because what they’re really looking for is reassurance, and I believe having accurate information and tools makes it easier.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>I’m sharing my answers to five of the most common new widow questions, and introducing you to Grief Essentials: my new pilot program for those of you navigating early grief.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/259" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/259</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/new-widow-questions-answered/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b5217c73-fcbc-44ec-9f97-1c4ae3b3eab7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/97b2ac9a-9d7f-47e5-b06e-dfe3957f8023.mp3" length="27163462" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>259</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>259</podcast:episode></item><item><title>258. Answering the Dreaded “How Are You Doing?” Question</title><itunes:title>Answering the Dreaded “How Are You Doing?” Question</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p><em>How are you doing?</em> This is one of the most common questions widows are asked, and if you dread it, you’re most definitely not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why widows loathe being asked how we’re doing, and some different options for answering this question the next time you’re asked.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/258" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/258</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>How are you doing?</em> This is one of the most common questions widows are asked, and if you dread it, you’re most definitely not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why widows loathe being asked how we’re doing, and some different options for answering this question the next time you’re asked.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/258" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/258</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/answering-dreaded-question/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1b577ae3-ad4e-478d-8b62-3ce052d35a50</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/85f4d39f-3f06-41ca-aba0-67ee48bfa502.mp3" length="16307796" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>258</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>258</podcast:episode></item><item><title>257. How to Know When You’re Done with Grief</title><itunes:title>How to Know When You’re Done with Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you believe that there’s some sort of false binary where you’re either grieving or done with grief?&nbsp;This is just one of the myths so many people have bought into about grief, but we know that grief never ends.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why you never have to worry about being done with grief, and how it’s possible to love your life and create post-traumatic growth, even if you grieve your loss forever.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/257" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/257</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you believe that there’s some sort of false binary where you’re either grieving or done with grief?&nbsp;This is just one of the myths so many people have bought into about grief, but we know that grief never ends.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why you never have to worry about being done with grief, and how it’s possible to love your life and create post-traumatic growth, even if you grieve your loss forever.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/257" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/257</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/done-with-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2338077a-10a0-42dd-aba9-4cdd5e3f772d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a6842cc1-4229-49a5-b13b-f65664d1b897.mp3" length="10649451" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>11:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>257</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>257</podcast:episode></item><item><title>256. Navigating Deathiversaries: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Wendy Alcanter</title><itunes:title>Navigating Deathiversaries: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Wendy Alcanter</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>My client, Wendy Alcanter, is a mother of three who lost her husband to suicide three years ago.&nbsp;She joined Mom Goes On as a busy mom and ER doctor, discovered the tools that helped her create a life she truly loves, and she’s here to tell us about her grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Wendy shares her experience of early grief, how the tools she learned in Mom Goes On have supported her, and what her life is like now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/256" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/256</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My client, Wendy Alcanter, is a mother of three who lost her husband to suicide three years ago.&nbsp;She joined Mom Goes On as a busy mom and ER doctor, discovered the tools that helped her create a life she truly loves, and she’s here to tell us about her grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Wendy shares her experience of early grief, how the tools she learned in Mom Goes On have supported her, and what her life is like now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/256" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/256</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/widows-unfiltered-wendy-alcanter/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f190ebdf-86b2-4f6b-b4cc-94276693f329</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/20b151b2-98bd-418b-a418-7e77383347e3.mp3" length="36258635" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>256</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>256</podcast:episode></item><item><title>255. Acceptance Is Not a Place</title><itunes:title>Acceptance Is Not a Place</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Most people are walking around wondering if they’ve reached acceptance in grief, as though it’s a place.&nbsp;This feeds right into the narrative that grief ends. But we know that it doesn’t.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why acceptance is not a place but rather a choice we make over and over, and how you can begin thinking about acceptance as a constant opportunity.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/255" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/255</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people are walking around wondering if they’ve reached acceptance in grief, as though it’s a place.&nbsp;This feeds right into the narrative that grief ends. But we know that it doesn’t.</p><p> </p><p>Learn why acceptance is not a place but rather a choice we make over and over, and how you can begin thinking about acceptance as a constant opportunity.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/255" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/255</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/acceptance-not-a-place/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d1b1190b-11df-4fd5-aba4-2858d9fe652b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9af24076-78fb-42fd-ba46-d82f44407d00.mp3" length="9120165" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>10:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>255</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>255</podcast:episode></item><item><title>254. Your Pain Is Not Your Connection</title><itunes:title>Your Pain Is Not Your Connection</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you worry that if you no longer felt pain about your person’s loss you’d lose your connection to them?</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to hear why your pain has nothing to do with your connection to your person, the difference between thoughts that create pain and thoughts that create connection, and what happens when you confuse pain with connection.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/254" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/254</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you worry that if you no longer felt pain about your person’s loss you’d lose your connection to them?</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to hear why your pain has nothing to do with your connection to your person, the difference between thoughts that create pain and thoughts that create connection, and what happens when you confuse pain with connection.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/254" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/254</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/pain-not-connection/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bbb5cdae-6694-4da5-b198-1f6ea6dcb885</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/64f6db95-2aed-4258-b777-62a4a8def118.mp3" length="11260582" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>254</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>254</podcast:episode></item><item><title>253. Prioritizing Pleasure as a Widow</title><itunes:title>Prioritizing Pleasure as a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What is your relationship with pleasure?&nbsp;My guess is that you don’t truly believe your pleasure is a priority, but grief is a phenomenal opportunity for you to reassess where and how you can have a better quality of life.</p><p> </p><p>Hear how most of us don’t prioritize pleasure, why pleasure is especially important in grief, and what you can do to create more pleasure and joy in your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/253" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/253</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What is your relationship with pleasure?&nbsp;My guess is that you don’t truly believe your pleasure is a priority, but grief is a phenomenal opportunity for you to reassess where and how you can have a better quality of life.</p><p> </p><p>Hear how most of us don’t prioritize pleasure, why pleasure is especially important in grief, and what you can do to create more pleasure and joy in your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/253" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/253</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/prioritizing-pleasure/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">38444e95-bf67-428b-a3d3-7e57a74b6728</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Apr 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/20be6fee-b634-49db-b1ad-35c2fe6c95c3.mp3" length="14861038" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>253</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>253</podcast:episode></item><item><title>252. When Do Widows Need a Life Coach?</title><itunes:title>When Do Widows Need a Life Coach?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When do widows need a life coach?&nbsp;I’ll be honest, I struggle to answer this question, not only because I don’t know what you need, but also because I’m not in the business of telling people they need a coach.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why asking this question is entirely unhelpful, and ask yourself questions instead about what you want next in life.</p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/252" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/252</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When do widows need a life coach?&nbsp;I’ll be honest, I struggle to answer this question, not only because I don’t know what you need, but also because I’m not in the business of telling people they need a coach.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why asking this question is entirely unhelpful, and ask yourself questions instead about what you want next in life.</p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/252" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/252</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/when-widows-need-life-coach/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b67b1b4c-f795-4eae-ab05-238c7704797d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c4cb68a9-e3a5-46d6-b9a1-0f586a56fc68.mp3" length="14488248" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>252</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>252</podcast:episode></item><item><title>251. When It’s Okay to Give Up</title><itunes:title>When It’s Okay to Give Up</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There’s nothing like spousal or partner loss to make us reassess our priorities and get back in touch with what we truly want.&nbsp;But what do you do when you decide you no longer want to pursue something, and you’ve got that voice in your head saying, “Don’t be a quitter, you should or have to do this?”</p><p> </p><p>Hear why you might be struggling to give up on something you no longer want, and discover four questions that will give you a renewed sense of clarity around your decision.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/251" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/251</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There’s nothing like spousal or partner loss to make us reassess our priorities and get back in touch with what we truly want.&nbsp;But what do you do when you decide you no longer want to pursue something, and you’ve got that voice in your head saying, “Don’t be a quitter, you should or have to do this?”</p><p> </p><p>Hear why you might be struggling to give up on something you no longer want, and discover four questions that will give you a renewed sense of clarity around your decision.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/251" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/251</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/give-up/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ab6bb3e0-a4ff-41d2-ad67-45cd02a6c27b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/56e9b8d8-8cfb-4381-aad2-9252af197953.mp3" length="12051503" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>251</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>251</podcast:episode></item><item><title>250. You Are the Context, Not the Content: A New Perspective on Widowhood</title><itunes:title>You Are the Context, Not the Content: A New Perspective on Widowhood</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>So much of what we’re experiencing - from the roller-coaster of emotions and what we believe is or isn’t possible for us - feels so true, doesn’t it? However, just because it’s there as the content of your experience doesn’t mean it’s what you’re limited to.</p><p> </p><p>That’s because you are the context, not the content, and this week, I’m sharing a new perspective on widowhood that might break your brain in the best way possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/250" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/250</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So much of what we’re experiencing - from the roller-coaster of emotions and what we believe is or isn’t possible for us - feels so true, doesn’t it? However, just because it’s there as the content of your experience doesn’t mean it’s what you’re limited to.</p><p> </p><p>That’s because you are the context, not the content, and this week, I’m sharing a new perspective on widowhood that might break your brain in the best way possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/250" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/250</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/context-content/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a973ee60-9697-48ff-bcf8-96b4249237f5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b2c78c72-8faa-4292-8dbe-acb87a020791.mp3" length="11132618" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>250</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>250</podcast:episode></item><item><title>249. Uncommon Widowhood</title><itunes:title>Uncommon Widowhood</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The common widowhood experience often ranges from a lack of enthusiasm about life and going through the motions to apathy and waiting for the afterlife.&nbsp;What I haven’t observed very often in my world is what I see as the potential for an uncommon widowhood experience, and I’m walking you through it today.</p><p> </p><p>If you want to start viewing grief as an opportunity to deeply connect with what you want and value, join me as I unlock the possibilities for your uncommon widowhood experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/249" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/249</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The common widowhood experience often ranges from a lack of enthusiasm about life and going through the motions to apathy and waiting for the afterlife.&nbsp;What I haven’t observed very often in my world is what I see as the potential for an uncommon widowhood experience, and I’m walking you through it today.</p><p> </p><p>If you want to start viewing grief as an opportunity to deeply connect with what you want and value, join me as I unlock the possibilities for your uncommon widowhood experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/249" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/249</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/uncommon-widowhood/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dc955ac1-1b88-4a8e-8e65-d87b380f0b1e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/47e10a0c-0a5d-4b01-be4d-5863a51d82cd.mp3" length="18822077" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>249</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>249</podcast:episode></item><item><title>248. More Myths About Grief Part 2</title><itunes:title>More Myths About Grief Part 2</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I don’t know that we’ll ever reach the bottom of the list when it comes to myths about grief, but I have six more to share with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Grief is a subjective experience that is unique to each of us, and it’s impossible to do it wrong. Hear six universal myths about grief that simply aren’t helpful and how to be the authority on your own grief experience.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/248" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/248</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I don’t know that we’ll ever reach the bottom of the list when it comes to myths about grief, but I have six more to share with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Grief is a subjective experience that is unique to each of us, and it’s impossible to do it wrong. Hear six universal myths about grief that simply aren’t helpful and how to be the authority on your own grief experience.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/248" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/248</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/more-myths-grief-part-2/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5e6e2f28-3e56-42cd-be62-fc106b1f42ce</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ffe426e2-94a5-4aa8-af2d-588a60d83248.mp3" length="13541173" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>248</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>248</podcast:episode></item><item><title>247. More Myths About Grief Part 1</title><itunes:title>More Myths About Grief Part 1</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There are many ideas out there about what grief should look like and how we should handle it. Most of these ideas are myths, and believing them doesn’t help you on your grief journey at all.</p><p> </p><p>I share six of these myths, explain why they aren’t true, and share insights on more helpful ways to look at your grieving experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/247" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/247</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are many ideas out there about what grief should look like and how we should handle it. Most of these ideas are myths, and believing them doesn’t help you on your grief journey at all.</p><p> </p><p>I share six of these myths, explain why they aren’t true, and share insights on more helpful ways to look at your grieving experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/247" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/247</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/more-myths-grief-part-1/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8ea3d73f-8370-45b1-878c-2c48888a1e18</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/15a4966a-b516-412f-b22b-eaba92d47422.mp3" length="13541560" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>247</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>247</podcast:episode></item><item><title>246. What Widows Need to Know About Grief Theory</title><itunes:title>What Widows Need to Know About Grief Theory</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Over the last hundred years, there have been several different grief theories developed by experts to help people understand the bereavement experience.&nbsp;Some of them are strongly criticized and don’t speak to most widows’ experiences.</p><p> </p><p>I’m detailing the main grief theories in recent history, the criticisms of them, and how having an understanding of them benefits you on your own grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/246" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/246</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Over the last hundred years, there have been several different grief theories developed by experts to help people understand the bereavement experience.&nbsp;Some of them are strongly criticized and don’t speak to most widows’ experiences.</p><p> </p><p>I’m detailing the main grief theories in recent history, the criticisms of them, and how having an understanding of them benefits you on your own grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/246" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/246</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/widows-need-know-grief-theory/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">98759009-4f65-47d2-960a-7e765b51a33e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fa2b080e-cf61-42c8-afae-eb3401a0ee67.mp3" length="22919199" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>246</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>246</podcast:episode></item><item><title>245. A Valentine’s Day Take-Back for Widows</title><itunes:title>A Valentine’s Day Take-Back for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In a world where Valentine’s Day is shoved down our throats, let’s approach it consciously together this year.&nbsp;We get to be the boss of our experiences, so how are you going to take back Valentine’s Day for yourself?</p><p> </p><p>Join me on this episode as I dig into the narratives we’ve been sold about Valentine’s Day and share my love letter to you as my way of acknowledging this day.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/245" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/245</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In a world where Valentine’s Day is shoved down our throats, let’s approach it consciously together this year.&nbsp;We get to be the boss of our experiences, so how are you going to take back Valentine’s Day for yourself?</p><p> </p><p>Join me on this episode as I dig into the narratives we’ve been sold about Valentine’s Day and share my love letter to you as my way of acknowledging this day.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/245" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/245</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/valentines-day-take-back/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">abf53c32-9193-4801-837b-d964d97da2cb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b38f03c5-306e-475e-bb1c-76232e67c0ba.mp3" length="12890212" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>245</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>245</podcast:episode></item><item><title>244. No Motivation Required</title><itunes:title>No Motivation Required</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you stopped taking action on something you said you wanted because you’re experiencing a lack of motivation?&nbsp;What if I told you there is no motivation required to create what you want?</p><p> </p><p>Learn what happens when we believe we need motivation, why we don’t have to solve for a lack of motivation, and what becomes possible when you decide motivation isn’t required.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/244" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/244</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you stopped taking action on something you said you wanted because you’re experiencing a lack of motivation?&nbsp;What if I told you there is no motivation required to create what you want?</p><p> </p><p>Learn what happens when we believe we need motivation, why we don’t have to solve for a lack of motivation, and what becomes possible when you decide motivation isn’t required.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/244" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/244</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/no-motivation-required/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">92744fb3-9ed5-4335-aff7-9a04f327fc33</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dac50693-7e0a-4033-81e5-3f5829d66fad.mp3" length="10695177" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>244</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>244</podcast:episode></item><item><title>243. The Best Way to Create What You Want as a Widow</title><itunes:title>The Best Way to Create What You Want as a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>No goal makes us more worthy as humans, but it <em>is</em> incredibly fun to let ourselves go after the thing we want most.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Learn the best way to create what you want as a widow, and how to truly believe that everything you want is possible and available to you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/243" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/243</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No goal makes us more worthy as humans, but it <em>is</em> incredibly fun to let ourselves go after the thing we want most.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Learn the best way to create what you want as a widow, and how to truly believe that everything you want is possible and available to you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/243" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/243</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/best-way-create-want/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cba75413-1871-4dd5-827f-e1d960f38b9b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ed5f6841-1a70-4493-839a-a4e79fa2fed3.mp3" length="22166563" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>243</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>243</podcast:episode></item><item><title>242. If Self-Care Feels Terrible, You’re Probably Doing It Right</title><itunes:title>If Self-Care Feels Terrible, You’re Probably Doing It Right</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If self-care feels terrible, it’s probably a sign that you’re doing it right.&nbsp;Self-care is not a luxury, indulgent, all about spas and vacations, or a sign that you’re not grieving “right.”</p><p> </p><p>Hear how self-care feeling terrible is a green light to keep going, not a sign that you should stop, and three strategies for improving your sense of self-care.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/242" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/242</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If self-care feels terrible, it’s probably a sign that you’re doing it right.&nbsp;Self-care is not a luxury, indulgent, all about spas and vacations, or a sign that you’re not grieving “right.”</p><p> </p><p>Hear how self-care feeling terrible is a green light to keep going, not a sign that you should stop, and three strategies for improving your sense of self-care.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/242" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/242</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/self-care-feels-terrible/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cc2200a1-6256-46b6-8b35-47113f810d92</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8b2e2424-7a84-45e8-824e-426131a9bced.mp3" length="20601686" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>242</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>242</podcast:episode></item><item><title>241. Game 1 vs Game 2: The Top 7 Mistakes</title><itunes:title>Game 1 vs Game 2: The Top 7 Mistakes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Your life has taken an unexpected turn you didn’t ask for.&nbsp;You mastered game 1, and you’re now in uncharted territory in game 2, but you can definitely win at this game too.</p><p> </p><p>I share the top seven ways we hold ourselves back from winning at game 2 so you can set yourself up for this next chapter of your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/241" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/241</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Your life has taken an unexpected turn you didn’t ask for.&nbsp;You mastered game 1, and you’re now in uncharted territory in game 2, but you can definitely win at this game too.</p><p> </p><p>I share the top seven ways we hold ourselves back from winning at game 2 so you can set yourself up for this next chapter of your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/241" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/241</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/game-1-game-2-7-mistakes/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2268861f-a1c4-4c94-9b4f-e4e7621a06a6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e0999b87-e2e0-48ff-a011-abf3d818aa26.mp3" length="15179580" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>241</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>241</podcast:episode></item><item><title>240. Game 1 vs Game 2</title><itunes:title>Game 1 vs Game 2</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Losing your person is a big deal, and it’s challenging to grapple with this new life you didn’t choose.&nbsp;How can we appreciate this seismic shift that’s happened in our lives, and is it even possible?</p><p> </p><p>Learn what the metaphor of game 1 versus game 2 means, and why it’s a useful way to think about this next chapter of life you’re currently in.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/240" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/240</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Losing your person is a big deal, and it’s challenging to grapple with this new life you didn’t choose.&nbsp;How can we appreciate this seismic shift that’s happened in our lives, and is it even possible?</p><p> </p><p>Learn what the metaphor of game 1 versus game 2 means, and why it’s a useful way to think about this next chapter of life you’re currently in.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/240" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/240</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/game-1-vs-game-2/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">28736275-2d84-494e-8c76-30eb26585085</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/30e6b115-7ceb-43b6-83af-417c214404cd.mp3" length="13387926" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>240</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>240</podcast:episode></item><item><title>239. Make 2024 a Should-Free Year</title><itunes:title>Make 2024 a Should-Free Year</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What would it be like if you never believed the “should” thoughts in your brain? What if, every time one appeared, you simply replied with, “No thank you”?</p><p> </p><p>I’m no longer interested in entertaining “should” thoughts, and I believe we can intentionally choose what we want without them. Learn how to embark on a should-free year in 2024.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/239" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/239</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What would it be like if you never believed the “should” thoughts in your brain? What if, every time one appeared, you simply replied with, “No thank you”?</p><p> </p><p>I’m no longer interested in entertaining “should” thoughts, and I believe we can intentionally choose what we want without them. Learn how to embark on a should-free year in 2024.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/239" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/239</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/2024-should-free/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2c086add-8c37-4130-9c09-0dca03394619</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7c010488-7527-4957-aa5b-6b3af0fa102b.mp3" length="9034475" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>10:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>239</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>239</podcast:episode></item><item><title>238. Does Coaching Conflict with Your Faith? A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Darlene Barnett Carter</title><itunes:title>Does Coaching Conflict with Your Faith? A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Darlene Barnett Carter</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you have lost your spouse suddenly or lived in anticipatory grief for a long time, like my client Darlene Barnett Carter, there is no easy way to cope with the loss of someone you love. Darlene was desperate for support after her husband’s death, but she had some reservations about how coaching might affect her faith and the true benefits of group coaching.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear Darlene’s journey through widowhood, the revelations she experienced inside Mom Goes On, and how her life has shifted since.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/238" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/238</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you have lost your spouse suddenly or lived in anticipatory grief for a long time, like my client Darlene Barnett Carter, there is no easy way to cope with the loss of someone you love. Darlene was desperate for support after her husband’s death, but she had some reservations about how coaching might affect her faith and the true benefits of group coaching.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear Darlene’s journey through widowhood, the revelations she experienced inside Mom Goes On, and how her life has shifted since.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/238" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/238</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/coaching-conflict-faith-darlene-barnett-carter/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1bc1d739-e6f2-495f-af9e-b7ddff07c53a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/adb3975a-96c2-47ee-b90d-2409da80435e.mp3" length="46481859" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>238</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>238</podcast:episode></item><item><title>237. Stop Saying “5 Stages of Grief”</title><itunes:title>Stop Saying “5 Stages of Grief”</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Most people have heard of the five stages of grief, but we need to stop talking about it.&nbsp;The idea of the five stages of grief was first suggested in 1969, but grief theory has come a long way since then.</p><p> </p><p>Discover why the five stages of grief are not reflective of your experience as a widowed mom and why it’s okay that we never reach “acceptance” in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/237" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/237</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people have heard of the five stages of grief, but we need to stop talking about it.&nbsp;The idea of the five stages of grief was first suggested in 1969, but grief theory has come a long way since then.</p><p> </p><p>Discover why the five stages of grief are not reflective of your experience as a widowed mom and why it’s okay that we never reach “acceptance” in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/237" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/237</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/5-stages-of-grief/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">91e7d4ff-8ad0-4f6c-9ae3-1afc03ba18ff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8a74e1b5-3570-4c90-b2d8-fceb45e3b585.mp3" length="17404581" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>237</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>237</podcast:episode></item><item><title>236. The Gratitude Trap</title><itunes:title>The Gratitude Trap</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Widows are constantly being told that we’re supposed to be grateful and that we should count our blessings.&nbsp;We’re being sold the idea that gratitude is the “fix,” and I don’t buy it.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why the gratitude trap is problematic, how it might be doing you more harm than good, and the difference between true gratitude and forced gratitude.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/236" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/236</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Widows are constantly being told that we’re supposed to be grateful and that we should count our blessings.&nbsp;We’re being sold the idea that gratitude is the “fix,” and I don’t buy it.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why the gratitude trap is problematic, how it might be doing you more harm than good, and the difference between true gratitude and forced gratitude.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/236" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/236</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/the-gratitude-trap/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5cc5300c-5e3d-4acc-adf2-701e71328168</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3ebd4903-7f7f-4b16-a618-08f2793e79af.mp3" length="15591973" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>236</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>236</podcast:episode></item><item><title>A Bonus Special Announcement</title><itunes:title>A Bonus Special Announcement</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you either a widowed mom wondering where the heck her self-confidence went or a coach (or aspiring coach) who’d like to feel confident coaching grief? If so, this week’s bonus episode is a quick must-listen. Tune in and learn about two time sensitive offerings you’ll probably want to be on the list for!</p><p> </p><p>Click here to sign up for my free, live workshop: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/rocksolid/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.coachingwithkrista.com/rocksolid/</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you either a widowed mom wondering where the heck her self-confidence went or a coach (or aspiring coach) who’d like to feel confident coaching grief? If so, this week’s bonus episode is a quick must-listen. Tune in and learn about two time sensitive offerings you’ll probably want to be on the list for!</p><p> </p><p>Click here to sign up for my free, live workshop: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/rocksolid/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.coachingwithkrista.com/rocksolid/</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/rocksolid/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6673281e-5ddb-4503-86e9-12aa981e7c7f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/678f1db4-6d2c-4cff-b5f2-48c5cb6f0062.mp3" length="8195599" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>09:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>bonus</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>235. Holiday Help for Widows</title><itunes:title>Holiday Help for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>You probably understand this intellectually, but there is no right or wrong Holiday experience. That includes your family’s traditions, what other people expect of you, and even how you think your spouse might have wanted you to spend the Holidays.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>If any of it doesn’t feel aligned with you, this episode is your invitation to rewrite the rules of your Holiday experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/235" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/235</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You probably understand this intellectually, but there is no right or wrong Holiday experience. That includes your family’s traditions, what other people expect of you, and even how you think your spouse might have wanted you to spend the Holidays.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>If any of it doesn’t feel aligned with you, this episode is your invitation to rewrite the rules of your Holiday experience.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/235" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/235</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/holiday-help-widows/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d7e90dea-c12f-4f15-9e60-d54ff35ec6a7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/881b2aa6-d65b-433e-9136-2ab2e511243d.mp3" length="19582889" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>235</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>235</podcast:episode></item><item><title>234. From Why Me to Why Not Me?: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Paula Fleming</title><itunes:title>From Why Me to Why Not Me?: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Paula Fleming</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The loss of Paula’s husband left her deep widow fog, feeling like nothing was grounding her, only wishing she could be where he was.&nbsp;She was terrified of surrendering to her emotions in fear of falling into a downward spiral with no way out, but she found the support she needed.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear Paula’s experience of widow fog, the realizations she had about life after losing her husband, and the whirlwind adventure she went on with her children.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/234" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/234</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The loss of Paula’s husband left her deep widow fog, feeling like nothing was grounding her, only wishing she could be where he was.&nbsp;She was terrified of surrendering to her emotions in fear of falling into a downward spiral with no way out, but she found the support she needed.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear Paula’s experience of widow fog, the realizations she had about life after losing her husband, and the whirlwind adventure she went on with her children.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/234" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/234</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/why-not-me-paula-fleming/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">45ef26f5-7aeb-4722-a07e-bef14a448cf8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/407be3e3-e2f4-41bd-bf2c-e9f5d7c54f33.mp3" length="39874752" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>47:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>234</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>234</podcast:episode></item><item><title>233. Unapologetic Tears</title><itunes:title>Unapologetic Tears</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When was the last time you worried about crying? On one hand, I get it. None of us wants to cry, especially in public. But on the other, I want us to stop using our tears against ourselves in ways that don’t help our grief.</p><p> </p><p>Discover why we feel the need to apologize for our tears, how it doesn’t hurt anyone else but us, and how to be unapologetic about your tears.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/233" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/233</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When was the last time you worried about crying? On one hand, I get it. None of us wants to cry, especially in public. But on the other, I want us to stop using our tears against ourselves in ways that don’t help our grief.</p><p> </p><p>Discover why we feel the need to apologize for our tears, how it doesn’t hurt anyone else but us, and how to be unapologetic about your tears.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/233" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/233</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/unapologetic-tears/]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8d83a1b4-f9e3-471b-9aaf-d60604e57980</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2304f88c-a3d9-476f-ba65-4c0c7ccf02d7.mp3" length="23953759" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>233</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>233</podcast:episode></item><item><title>232. Why Happiness Sometimes Feels Scary for Widows</title><itunes:title>Why Happiness Sometimes Feels Scary for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever caught yourself feeling happy and then immediately started to worry about it? What does it mean? Is it safe to feel good? Are you doing something wrong in grief?</p><p> </p><p>Hear what’s going on, why it makes sense that happiness sometimes feels scary for widows, and what you can do about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/232" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/232</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever caught yourself feeling happy and then immediately started to worry about it? What does it mean? Is it safe to feel good? Are you doing something wrong in grief?</p><p> </p><p>Hear what’s going on, why it makes sense that happiness sometimes feels scary for widows, and what you can do about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/232" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/232</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/232]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e0eb1755-2dcf-4b46-b2c3-0b7ec860051c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f3131f48-3350-491a-b3c6-c57da9c853db.mp3" length="15366067" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>232</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>232</podcast:episode></item><item><title>231. How to Live a Life That Includes Suffering: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Dr. Lucy Kalanithi</title><itunes:title>How to Live a Life That Includes Suffering: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Dr. Lucy Kalanithi</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Lucy Kalanithi is a physician, storyteller, and widow of Paul Kalanithi, the author of the New York Times Bestseller, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-Breath-Becomes-Paul-Kalanithi/dp/081298840X/?tag=coachingwit0f-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">When Breath Becomes Air</a>. She’s dedicated to helping others choose end-of-life experiences that best align with their values, but, more than anything, she’s a widowed mom.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Dr. Lucy’s experience of losing her husband Paul, her insights on the surprising manifestations of grief, and what it means to live a life that includes pain and suffering.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/231" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/231</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dr. Lucy Kalanithi is a physician, storyteller, and widow of Paul Kalanithi, the author of the New York Times Bestseller, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/When-Breath-Becomes-Paul-Kalanithi/dp/081298840X/?tag=coachingwit0f-20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">When Breath Becomes Air</a>. She’s dedicated to helping others choose end-of-life experiences that best align with their values, but, more than anything, she’s a widowed mom.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Dr. Lucy’s experience of losing her husband Paul, her insights on the surprising manifestations of grief, and what it means to live a life that includes pain and suffering.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/231" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/231</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/231]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6787405d-faf8-4134-9006-b4b6fb320e69</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f6d4aeae-524b-4124-853c-6c4d2a6c97e2.mp3" length="43903278" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>231</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>231</podcast:episode></item><item><title>230. Feeling like a Widowhood Outcast</title><itunes:title>Feeling like a Widowhood Outcast</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Does it feel like every other widow’s relationship was all roses… and yours wasn’t? The truth is there are all shapes and sizes of widowhood experiences.</p><p> </p><p>I debunk the myth of perfect relationships, and show you how to start letting go of the emotional weight that is feeling like a widowhood outcast.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/230" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/230</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Does it feel like every other widow’s relationship was all roses… and yours wasn’t? The truth is there are all shapes and sizes of widowhood experiences.</p><p> </p><p>I debunk the myth of perfect relationships, and show you how to start letting go of the emotional weight that is feeling like a widowhood outcast.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/230" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/230</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/230]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">61cbcb33-480f-4a50-b984-a2df2c961ba5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/15711045-9ef3-42ed-9fc6-d88832f95a68.mp3" length="11829932" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>230</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>230</podcast:episode></item><item><title>229. I Was Always Going to Be a Widow</title><itunes:title>I Was Always Going to Be a Widow</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When I let go of the story that I wasn’t supposed to be a widow, it helped me create the space to choose what I wanted to make of it. Listen in to hear why the same is possible for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/229" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/229</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When I let go of the story that I wasn’t supposed to be a widow, it helped me create the space to choose what I wanted to make of it. Listen in to hear why the same is possible for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/229" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/229</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/229]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fe615109-1e0b-400d-81f0-166c7f7ce23f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/90450b60-c278-41fd-9fa3-9a71c12fe39b.mp3" length="7382913" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>08:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>229</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>229</podcast:episode></item><item><title>228. The Fear of Forgetting Them</title><itunes:title>The Fear of Forgetting Them</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The fear of forgetting our person is one of the deepest natural fears we face in grief and as widows.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear why the fear of forgetting them isn’t a problem and my favorite strategies for preserving the memories you want to keep.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/228" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/228</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The fear of forgetting our person is one of the deepest natural fears we face in grief and as widows.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Hear why the fear of forgetting them isn’t a problem and my favorite strategies for preserving the memories you want to keep.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/228" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/228</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/228]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0434583a-879b-4e07-9494-87056cd224d7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c82d4425-b836-445d-bd17-2bcaeb6c71b3.mp3" length="17860974" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>228</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>228</podcast:episode></item><item><title>227. Why Tough Topics Are Hard to Talk About: An Interview with Anna Sale</title><itunes:title>Why Tough Topics Are Hard to Talk About: An Interview with Anna Sale</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Anna Sale is an interviewer and the host of the award-winning podcast, <a href="https://pod.link/Zqe1m?pdst_key=df1e65c3eb684bbabcda953605e811ee&amp;pdst_group=39b74a24e8d04290bc423512e90fb83e&amp;pdst_label=cguiQhhp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Death, Sex &amp; Money</a>, where she has mastered the art of listening and offering space for being listened to when we go through hard things.</p><p> </p><p>She offers what she has learned from all the interviews she has conducted on tough topics that are hard to talk about, and how we can make these conversations easier.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/227" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/227</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Anna Sale is an interviewer and the host of the award-winning podcast, <a href="https://pod.link/Zqe1m?pdst_key=df1e65c3eb684bbabcda953605e811ee&amp;pdst_group=39b74a24e8d04290bc423512e90fb83e&amp;pdst_label=cguiQhhp" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Death, Sex &amp; Money</a>, where she has mastered the art of listening and offering space for being listened to when we go through hard things.</p><p> </p><p>She offers what she has learned from all the interviews she has conducted on tough topics that are hard to talk about, and how we can make these conversations easier.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/227" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/227</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/227]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">077b9d21-212f-480b-973e-10e54c1f160b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a9c2fc2b-bef5-4d2d-ab06-0864ca658f13.mp3" length="51038615" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>227</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>227</podcast:episode></item><item><title>226. Creating More Time</title><itunes:title>Creating More Time</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Creating more time is technically impossible, but we can use it in more intentional ways that add value to our lives.</p><p> </p><p>You want to treat your minutes, hours, and days in ways that matter to you, so join me today to learn 5 ways you can create more time for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/226" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/226</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Creating more time is technically impossible, but we can use it in more intentional ways that add value to our lives.</p><p> </p><p>You want to treat your minutes, hours, and days in ways that matter to you, so join me today to learn 5 ways you can create more time for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/226" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/226</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/226]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d010765a-b8b3-4d63-b3ae-923a3fbbdfa1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a75dff33-386f-402e-9650-8d11411f693b.mp3" length="32515502" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>38:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>226</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>226</podcast:episode></item><item><title>225. Avoiding Grief on Purpose: The Dual Process Model Explained</title><itunes:title>Avoiding Grief on Purpose: The Dual Process Model Explained</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Grief is individual, unique, and impossible to mess up or get wrong. Contrary to what we've been taught, it also doesn't come to an end. That’s why I love the dual process model.</p><p>  </p><p>Hear what the dual process model entails and how it provides a framework for avoiding grief on purpose.</p><p>  </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/225" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/225</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grief is individual, unique, and impossible to mess up or get wrong. Contrary to what we've been taught, it also doesn't come to an end. That’s why I love the dual process model.</p><p>  </p><p>Hear what the dual process model entails and how it provides a framework for avoiding grief on purpose.</p><p>  </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/225" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/225</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/225]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fae739a8-b8e1-48dd-8bbc-cf3b95cfa7c6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c5e9e817-371f-41ef-bd96-50d0a638556b.mp3" length="18726286" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>225</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>225</podcast:episode></item><item><title>224. The Power of Investing in Yourself: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Alexis Cuthbert</title><itunes:title>The Power of Investing in Yourself: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Alexis Cuthbert</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I love watching the clients who come into Mom Goes On not knowing what to expect. Alexis Cuthbert is one of those people.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Alexis’s journey of navigating grief and widowhood, and the revelations that have transformed her life since being a part of Mom Goes On.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/224" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/224</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I love watching the clients who come into Mom Goes On not knowing what to expect. Alexis Cuthbert is one of those people.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Alexis’s journey of navigating grief and widowhood, and the revelations that have transformed her life since being a part of Mom Goes On.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/224" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/224</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/224]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0adf1938-0081-4584-8e7b-17890b7cdc78</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9dc6e469-48fc-43cc-9177-63ea19d6ad2d.mp3" length="49129239" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>224</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>224</podcast:episode></item><item><title>223. When It’s Useful Not to Know</title><itunes:title>When It’s Useful Not to Know</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>“I don’t know” is a phrase I’ve taught many widows to avoid using in their lives.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Learn whether your “I don’t know” story is serving you or holding you back, and hear why it’s sometimes useful not to know, and how to make peace with not knowing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/223" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/223</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>“I don’t know” is a phrase I’ve taught many widows to avoid using in their lives.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Learn whether your “I don’t know” story is serving you or holding you back, and hear why it’s sometimes useful not to know, and how to make peace with not knowing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/223" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/223</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/223]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5ad0ff95-fa58-4ccc-b3fd-ca0289500b57</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fe60357f-8ec5-4be5-91a2-7a4421c6bb92.mp3" length="12911399" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>223</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>223</podcast:episode></item><item><title>222. An Interview with Eleanor and Litsa from the What’s Your Grief Podcast</title><itunes:title>An Interview with Eleanor and Litsa from the What’s Your Grief Podcast</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams are the founders of "What’s Your Grief" and professionals working in the field of grief and bereavement, supporting people through the sudden and unexpected death of a loved one.</p><p> </p><p>After their own losses, their guiding principle has been to identify what is lacking in grief support and to fill those gaps. They are here this week to share nuggets of wisdom to assist you on your grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/222" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/222</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Eleanor Haley and Litsa Williams are the founders of "What’s Your Grief" and professionals working in the field of grief and bereavement, supporting people through the sudden and unexpected death of a loved one.</p><p> </p><p>After their own losses, their guiding principle has been to identify what is lacking in grief support and to fill those gaps. They are here this week to share nuggets of wisdom to assist you on your grief journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/222" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/222</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/222]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">10e3e4a9-474c-40ec-b9a0-6771b83e302d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b3ca300c-0a75-47f9-a74e-f6b9aa765462.mp3" length="43543713" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>222</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>222</podcast:episode></item><item><title>221. Making Decisions in the First Year, or When Big Decisions Have Deadlines</title><itunes:title>Making Decisions in the First Year, or When Big Decisions Have Deadlines</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>One piece of advice that is often offered to widows is, “Don’t make big decisions in the first year.”</p><p> </p><p>While I recognize that making decisions in grief is a nuanced issue, I’m not a fan of the notion that we can’t trust ourselves to do big things in grief. I address <em>how</em> to make decisions in the first year, or when big decisions have deadlines.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/221" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/221</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One piece of advice that is often offered to widows is, “Don’t make big decisions in the first year.”</p><p> </p><p>While I recognize that making decisions in grief is a nuanced issue, I’m not a fan of the notion that we can’t trust ourselves to do big things in grief. I address <em>how</em> to make decisions in the first year, or when big decisions have deadlines.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/221" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/221</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/221]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d2dc55f8-053a-4775-9d53-7075fe95573e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8ffafc13-0dff-44a9-9dd9-1e4d330f6401.mp3" length="17435628" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:48</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>221</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>221</podcast:episode></item><item><title>220. Advice from Other Widows</title><itunes:title>Advice from Other Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As widows, we don’t want other widows to struggle in the way we have. I asked my community for any advice they have for other widows, and I received <em>hundreds</em> of responses.</p><p> </p><p>If you’re feeling alone in widowhood, join me this week to hear how applicable these pieces of advice are to just about any experience of grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/220" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/220</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As widows, we don’t want other widows to struggle in the way we have. I asked my community for any advice they have for other widows, and I received <em>hundreds</em> of responses.</p><p> </p><p>If you’re feeling alone in widowhood, join me this week to hear how applicable these pieces of advice are to just about any experience of grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/220" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/220</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/220]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">65481b9c-3d59-46e0-a8f7-7b72ccb0550b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/15b5737e-bd42-440f-9333-ef07d36821d9.mp3" length="19025885" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>220</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>220</podcast:episode></item><item><title>219. When There’s No Template for Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Erica Lee</title><itunes:title>When There’s No Template for Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Erica Lee</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Widowhood is undoubtedly a tragedy that can make us feel like our lives are over.</p><p> </p><p>My Mom Goes On client Erica Lee felt totally unprepared for her husband’s passing. Her life shifted, and she’s here this week to tell us all about her journey of navigating widowhood without a template.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/219" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/219</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Widowhood is undoubtedly a tragedy that can make us feel like our lives are over.</p><p> </p><p>My Mom Goes On client Erica Lee felt totally unprepared for her husband’s passing. Her life shifted, and she’s here this week to tell us all about her journey of navigating widowhood without a template.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/219" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/219</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/219]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">75dfa7d2-27c6-4701-9895-694030e6e80c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Aug 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/853f7a7c-e1b7-4170-a8ff-c217c5e789a5.mp3" length="35892597" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>219</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>219</podcast:episode></item><item><title>218. Time Doesn’t Heal Our Grief</title><itunes:title>Time Doesn’t Heal Our Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>You know that phrase, "Time heals all wounds," right?</p><p> </p><p>While it's a phrase that has become commonplace, it's not that simple, and it has some unintended negative consequences. Tune in to find out what they are, and the real role of time in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/218" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/218</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You know that phrase, "Time heals all wounds," right?</p><p> </p><p>While it's a phrase that has become commonplace, it's not that simple, and it has some unintended negative consequences. Tune in to find out what they are, and the real role of time in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/218" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/218</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/218]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9da37281-5257-4df4-92a5-e9a3b516ff00</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/66078925-6e61-428f-908e-bf658dfd174d.mp3" length="18685366" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>218</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>218</podcast:episode></item><item><title>217. What You Need to Know About Regressing in Grief</title><itunes:title>What You Need to Know About Regressing in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If we polled all the widows in the world, most of us would agree that we’ve experienced regressing in grief. While it’s easy to believe you’re stuck or no longer doing as great as you once were, this thought is not helpful.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why we get to this place in grief, how the notion of regressing in grief is a lie, and a better way to approach yourself when you feel this way.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/217" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/217</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If we polled all the widows in the world, most of us would agree that we’ve experienced regressing in grief. While it’s easy to believe you’re stuck or no longer doing as great as you once were, this thought is not helpful.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why we get to this place in grief, how the notion of regressing in grief is a lie, and a better way to approach yourself when you feel this way.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/217" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/217</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/217]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f5578fe1-c12f-4f9f-83ff-1c1e8ca5d8a7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7bcae768-23d2-4d6c-a296-ae6cf173378c.mp3" length="12102477" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>217</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>217</podcast:episode></item><item><title>216. Secondary Losses</title><itunes:title>Secondary Losses</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It is 100% unequivocally devastating to lose a loved one.&nbsp;That’s your primary loss in grief.&nbsp;However, you might have also noticed knock-on effects of things you would not have otherwise lost in addition to your loved one.&nbsp;These are called secondary losses.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to understand why we need to normalize secondary losses in grief and learn three things you can do to support yourself when you notice one emerging for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/216" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/216</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It is 100% unequivocally devastating to lose a loved one.&nbsp;That’s your primary loss in grief.&nbsp;However, you might have also noticed knock-on effects of things you would not have otherwise lost in addition to your loved one.&nbsp;These are called secondary losses.</p><p> </p><p>Join me this week to understand why we need to normalize secondary losses in grief and learn three things you can do to support yourself when you notice one emerging for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/216" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/216</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/216]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3c94987b-3274-404c-9ff8-2f13020b4878</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1962a032-5d66-44f6-baa8-dbb966074cbc.mp3" length="12175568" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>216</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>216</podcast:episode></item><item><title>215. Investing in What You Want Matters: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Cindy Arcuri</title><itunes:title>Investing in What You Want Matters: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Cindy Arcuri</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When so many things are changing in your life, trying to gain clarity about what you want can be extremely challenging.</p><p> </p><p>Cindy Arcuri is a career and executive life coach who went through Mom Goes On. She went from being stuck to finding a sense of clarity about what she wants for the next chapter of her life, and she's here this week to shed light on what your future can hold.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/215" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/215</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When so many things are changing in your life, trying to gain clarity about what you want can be extremely challenging.</p><p> </p><p>Cindy Arcuri is a career and executive life coach who went through Mom Goes On. She went from being stuck to finding a sense of clarity about what she wants for the next chapter of her life, and she's here this week to shed light on what your future can hold.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/215" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/215</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/215]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bf5b46c4-d989-4bab-acad-778828790b2f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f3bd84fa-9253-4b96-a5b1-88c4951d7fa1.mp3" length="30414904" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>36:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>215</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>215</podcast:episode></item><item><title>214. Good Isn’t Great: A Love Letter for Widowed Moms</title><itunes:title>Good Isn’t Great: A Love Letter for Widowed Moms</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you good? Or are you stopping at good enough, rather than dreaming big and chasing the next chapter of life that you really want?</p><p> </p><p>I invite you to consider what it would feel like to allow yourself to experience greatness, and explore my process for transitioning from good to great.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/214" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/214</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you good? Or are you stopping at good enough, rather than dreaming big and chasing the next chapter of life that you really want?</p><p> </p><p>I invite you to consider what it would feel like to allow yourself to experience greatness, and explore my process for transitioning from good to great.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/214" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/214</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/214]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c4149079-83b9-425e-a6a2-c724c2ac84b4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jul 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/24a32365-60d7-49a6-b1d4-43a5a717cf01.mp3" length="9764812" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>11:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>214</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>214</podcast:episode></item><item><title>213. How to Create Everything You Want: An Interview with Corinne Crabtree</title><itunes:title>How to Create Everything You Want: An Interview with Corinne Crabtree</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>My guest this week is Corinne Crabtree, a brilliant example of not only someone who is an expert at teaching weight loss but also a woman who has developed mastery in figuring out how to create everything she wants one step at a time.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Corinne's journey of creating an eight-figure coaching business and how you, too, can begin making your dreams a reality.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/213" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/213</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My guest this week is Corinne Crabtree, a brilliant example of not only someone who is an expert at teaching weight loss but also a woman who has developed mastery in figuring out how to create everything she wants one step at a time.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Corinne's journey of creating an eight-figure coaching business and how you, too, can begin making your dreams a reality.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/213" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/213</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/213]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c1f19780-599d-4304-a6f3-49f2722dcbad</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/61c1c4f1-5efc-41a0-9357-ca426be3821d.mp3" length="43005335" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>213</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>213</podcast:episode></item><item><title>212. Why I Rarely Recommend Journaling for Widowed Moms</title><itunes:title>Why I Rarely Recommend Journaling for Widowed Moms</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Getting everything that’s swirling around in your mind out on paper can be incredibly helpful. However, it can also be extremely problematic, specifically for widowed moms who are past acute grief.</p><p> </p><p>If journaling is cementing stories in your brain that don’t feel good to you, it’s time for a different approach, and I’m teaching you the alternatives on this episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/212" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/212</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Getting everything that’s swirling around in your mind out on paper can be incredibly helpful. However, it can also be extremely problematic, specifically for widowed moms who are past acute grief.</p><p> </p><p>If journaling is cementing stories in your brain that don’t feel good to you, it’s time for a different approach, and I’m teaching you the alternatives on this episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/212" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/212</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/212]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">41889c0c-61f4-4027-8c9b-d12dcdbf51ff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/025ab802-f42e-45c6-89ad-d149a2f25e62.mp3" length="15303190" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>212</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>212</podcast:episode></item><item><title>211. Father’s Day Do’s and Don’ts for Widowed Moms</title><itunes:title>Father’s Day Do’s and Don’ts for Widowed Moms</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Many widowed moms believe there’s an inherent right or wrong way to navigate challenging days like Father’s Day.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my top three do’s and don’ts for navigating Father’s Day, and why it’s a beautiful opportunity for you to let what feels right grow and change year by year.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/211" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/211</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many widowed moms believe there’s an inherent right or wrong way to navigate challenging days like Father’s Day.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my top three do’s and don’ts for navigating Father’s Day, and why it’s a beautiful opportunity for you to let what feels right grow and change year by year.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/211" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/211</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/211]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9d96423f-9c43-4844-9035-50aa8ed6715b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/198d262a-ff84-4aad-85a7-88f877fe78d9.mp3" length="14794845" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>211</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>211</podcast:episode></item><item><title>210. Asking for What You Need: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Dani Nyman</title><itunes:title>Asking for What You Need: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Dani Nyman</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Vulnerability is a term that’s thrown around a lot these days, but actually being willing to be vulnerable, authentic, and to ask for what you need especially in the midst of grief, is something to be commended.</p><p> </p><p>Hear the realization Dani Nyman had that she needed support in widowhood, how she’s given herself permission to ask for help and be vulnerable, and what’s changed in how she takes care of herself now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/210" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/210</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Vulnerability is a term that’s thrown around a lot these days, but actually being willing to be vulnerable, authentic, and to ask for what you need especially in the midst of grief, is something to be commended.</p><p> </p><p>Hear the realization Dani Nyman had that she needed support in widowhood, how she’s given herself permission to ask for help and be vulnerable, and what’s changed in how she takes care of herself now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/210" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/210</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/210]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f32fff04-2209-4057-b12d-2dca29af024c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/06611d1f-772a-4edc-b70f-7c6ae43eafa8.mp3" length="35459531" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>210</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>210</podcast:episode></item><item><title>209. Counterfactual Thinking in Grief</title><itunes:title>Counterfactual Thinking in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever imagined alternative scenarios that could have prevented your person from dying?&nbsp;Going down the path in your mind of the would’ve, could’ve, should’ve things that have happened in the past is not logical, and yet, it’s extremely common in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Hear what counterfactual thinking in grief looks like, why it’s a normal experience, and what you can do when you notice it happening for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/209" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/209</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever imagined alternative scenarios that could have prevented your person from dying?&nbsp;Going down the path in your mind of the would’ve, could’ve, should’ve things that have happened in the past is not logical, and yet, it’s extremely common in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Hear what counterfactual thinking in grief looks like, why it’s a normal experience, and what you can do when you notice it happening for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/209" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/209</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/209]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c3be9ce7-324b-450a-963b-ed2037d3018a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ca9adf11-688d-4383-952b-295578bf42da.mp3" length="11224361" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>209</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>209</podcast:episode></item><item><title>208. Grief, Patriarchy and Post-Traumatic Growth: A Conversation with Kara Loewentheil and Krista St-Germain</title><itunes:title>Grief, Patriarchy and Post-Traumatic Growth: A Conversation with Kara Loewentheil and Krista St-Germain</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Kara Loewentheil is a Master Certified coach and a powerhouse feminist confidence coach, and we recently had a conversation on grief, patriarchy, and post-traumatic growth over on her podcast.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my insights on the various theories of grief and what I find most helpful, our socialization and the role of the patriarchy in shaping our experience of grief, as well as how post-traumatic growth plays a part in the grieving process.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/208" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/208</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kara Loewentheil is a Master Certified coach and a powerhouse feminist confidence coach, and we recently had a conversation on grief, patriarchy, and post-traumatic growth over on her podcast.</p><p> </p><p>Hear my insights on the various theories of grief and what I find most helpful, our socialization and the role of the patriarchy in shaping our experience of grief, as well as how post-traumatic growth plays a part in the grieving process.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/208" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/208</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/208]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cf4620e4-2272-4def-9da4-3469ba64a200</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e7b0c0b4-b3a9-4e05-a92a-315d03847006.mp3" length="23770627" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>208</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>208</podcast:episode></item><item><title>207. Learning to Receive in Grief</title><itunes:title>Learning to Receive in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A few years ago, I would never have been able to give myself the opportunity to receive good things. Maybe like me, you have lots of “shoulds” and rules about investing in your own pleasure.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why it’s essential for us to learn to receive while grieving, the reasons you might find this challenging, and strategies you can try to increase your ability to receive in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/207" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/207</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A few years ago, I would never have been able to give myself the opportunity to receive good things. Maybe like me, you have lots of “shoulds” and rules about investing in your own pleasure.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why it’s essential for us to learn to receive while grieving, the reasons you might find this challenging, and strategies you can try to increase your ability to receive in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/207" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/207</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/207]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b338cda2-4a7e-406c-bb25-63609776524e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/db841ca0-3a74-4e9b-8001-8501f0547e51.mp3" length="29608449" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>35:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>207</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>207</podcast:episode></item><item><title>206. From the Depths of Despair to Finding Hope for the Future: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Cindy</title><itunes:title>From the Depths of Despair to Finding Hope for the Future: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Cindy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I have a unique vantage point as a coach. I get to see the entire transformation of my clients, and former Mom Goes On member Cindy’s was stark.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>I watched Cindy go from the depths of despair to finding hope for her future. She’s sharing what her grief journey looks like, and how she challenged the tools inside Mom Goes On to get what she needed from the program.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/206" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/206</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have a unique vantage point as a coach. I get to see the entire transformation of my clients, and former Mom Goes On member Cindy’s was stark.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>I watched Cindy go from the depths of despair to finding hope for her future. She’s sharing what her grief journey looks like, and how she challenged the tools inside Mom Goes On to get what she needed from the program.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/206" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/206</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/206]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">104efd24-3493-433a-b5e9-fc318ec55baa</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c8b65755-3bf8-4097-9eab-8bccffdb800a.mp3" length="33931629" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>206</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>206</podcast:episode></item><item><title>205. Spot Your Grief ANTs</title><itunes:title>Spot Your Grief ANTs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>We have so many Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) in grief, and we can spiral downward in them very quickly. Whether it’s that you won’t ever be happy again, no one understands you, or you’re just not doing it right, we often don’t even see them as thoughts. We just believe them.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why your grief ANTs matter, and how to begin acknowledging them for what they are.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/205" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/205</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have so many Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTs) in grief, and we can spiral downward in them very quickly. Whether it’s that you won’t ever be happy again, no one understands you, or you’re just not doing it right, we often don’t even see them as thoughts. We just believe them.</p><p> </p><p>Hear why your grief ANTs matter, and how to begin acknowledging them for what they are.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/205" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/205</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/205]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">91097135-69c7-4b73-83a9-b1f63943b552</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/db089fb8-4ec7-4e03-b042-77a82ca6f348.mp3" length="14172737" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>205</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>205</podcast:episode></item><item><title>204. How to Stop People Pleasing: An Interview with Sara Bybee Fisk</title><itunes:title>How to Stop People Pleasing: An Interview with Sara Bybee Fisk</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>How often do you find yourself inclined to please other people? Valuing other people’s validation more than you trust your own inner wisdom is a miserable place to be.</p><p> </p><p>To offer her wisdom on this topic and a process to stop people pleasing, I’m speaking to Master Certified coach and expert on people pleasing, Sara Bybee Fisk.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/204" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/204</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How often do you find yourself inclined to please other people? Valuing other people’s validation more than you trust your own inner wisdom is a miserable place to be.</p><p> </p><p>To offer her wisdom on this topic and a process to stop people pleasing, I’m speaking to Master Certified coach and expert on people pleasing, Sara Bybee Fisk.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/204" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/204</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/204]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b696bff9-9760-4f2f-a475-164f8285f3ba</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8ba0c756-7b2f-4077-bf5d-494c44284006.mp3" length="42937306" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>204</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>204</podcast:episode></item><item><title>203. It Was Always You</title><itunes:title>It Was Always You</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>So often, widows attribute anything good that they once felt to their person. Whether it’s your happiness, satisfaction, fulfillment, joy, or confidence, I get it because I did it too.</p><p> </p><p>I offer in the most loving way possible, that it wasn’t them. It was always you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/203" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/203</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So often, widows attribute anything good that they once felt to their person. Whether it’s your happiness, satisfaction, fulfillment, joy, or confidence, I get it because I did it too.</p><p> </p><p>I offer in the most loving way possible, that it wasn’t them. It was always you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/203" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/203</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/203]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b2d6d9f4-8de6-413b-aed9-6585de4d0f7d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c37cd6cd-56a4-4290-969c-3703b88070bc.mp3" length="10404414" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>203</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>203</podcast:episode></item><item><title>202. Navigating Grief and Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jess Peurakoski</title><itunes:title>Navigating Grief and Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jess Peurakoski</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As widowed moms at different stages of grief and widowhood, we never have enough stories that show us we aren’t alone in our experience. I’m so grateful for people like my Mom Goes On client, Jess Peurakoski, who is willing to invest in herself and do hard, uncomfortable, and scary things.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Jess’s widowhood journey, her experience of being in our community, and what her life looks like now as she continues to navigate her grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/202" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/202</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As widowed moms at different stages of grief and widowhood, we never have enough stories that show us we aren’t alone in our experience. I’m so grateful for people like my Mom Goes On client, Jess Peurakoski, who is willing to invest in herself and do hard, uncomfortable, and scary things.</p><p> </p><p>Hear Jess’s widowhood journey, her experience of being in our community, and what her life looks like now as she continues to navigate her grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/202" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/202</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/202]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0f5573da-e8f6-44e3-9b5b-41eab54b2a65</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7bd1c308-3597-4899-ab8d-e3f0375f809c.mp3" length="36372389" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>202</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>202</podcast:episode></item><item><title>201. When They Lied</title><itunes:title>When They Lied</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are there any secrets you’ve found out or uncovered after your person passed? You have unanswered questions, and perhaps you feel betrayed or lied to.</p><p> </p><p>I assure you that you are not alone in this experience, and you have the choices available to you to feel empowered regardless of what you’ve found out.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/201" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/201</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are there any secrets you’ve found out or uncovered after your person passed? You have unanswered questions, and perhaps you feel betrayed or lied to.</p><p> </p><p>I assure you that you are not alone in this experience, and you have the choices available to you to feel empowered regardless of what you’ve found out.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/201" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/201</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/201]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7a1b70a2-a2e8-4aae-a2d2-c2462202c2a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Apr 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0414340e-255f-40d8-8adb-681acb198517.mp3" length="18549235" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>201</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>201</podcast:episode></item><item><title>200. What I’ve Learned in 200 Episodes</title><itunes:title>What I’ve Learned in 200 Episodes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In the four years that I’ve created episodes every single week and coached the women I have in this time, I’ve learned a whole lot.</p><p> </p><p>Hear the top 10 things I’ve learned in 200 episodes, and why these are great reminders to keep in mind no matter what you’re pursuing right now.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/200" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/200</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In the four years that I’ve created episodes every single week and coached the women I have in this time, I’ve learned a whole lot.</p><p> </p><p>Hear the top 10 things I’ve learned in 200 episodes, and why these are great reminders to keep in mind no matter what you’re pursuing right now.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/200" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/200</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/200]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">33c87447-7a9a-4b6a-a5c2-e63128b34e6b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/05f5f94e-6482-43cc-9556-e73c7ed5dbab.mp3" length="22433141" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>200</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>200</podcast:episode></item><item><title>199. When You Feel Stuck</title><itunes:title>When You Feel Stuck</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt like you want to make progress or solve something in your life but it feels impossible?</p><p> </p><p>The great news is, feeling stuck isn’t as difficult of a fix as it seems right now. Discover why you feel stuck and what you can do to get yourself unstuck.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/199" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/199</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt like you want to make progress or solve something in your life but it feels impossible?</p><p> </p><p>The great news is, feeling stuck isn’t as difficult of a fix as it seems right now. Discover why you feel stuck and what you can do to get yourself unstuck.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/199" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/199</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/199]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2d76ea98-63c3-456e-8cb1-f4b891d5c62c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/918d4541-2877-4295-bd1a-5d6792f16a55.mp3" length="18268736" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>199</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>199</podcast:episode></item><item><title>198. Finding Happiness After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Cheri Metzler</title><itunes:title>Finding Happiness After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Cheri Metzler</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It’s easy to hear how difficult and challenging it is to be a widow. It’s far less common that we get to hear stories of widows who have been through it and have come out the other side thriving.</p><p> </p><p>My Mom Goes On client Cheri Metzler is one of those people, and she’s here to share her journey through widowhood and everything that’s on the horizon for her.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/198</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It’s easy to hear how difficult and challenging it is to be a widow. It’s far less common that we get to hear stories of widows who have been through it and have come out the other side thriving.</p><p> </p><p>My Mom Goes On client Cheri Metzler is one of those people, and she’s here to share her journey through widowhood and everything that’s on the horizon for her.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/198" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/198</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/198]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d4aa236e-d8d2-4a9e-9a48-deb77af10844</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 05:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ea11b51d-d960-4e9a-8bba-cd62de408650.mp3" length="27414944" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>198</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>198</podcast:episode></item><item><title>197. Prolonged Grief Disorder</title><itunes:title>Prolonged Grief Disorder</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Grief is <em>not</em> a disorder, we were built to grieve. However, if at a certain point, it is persistently interfering with the quality of your life, you might be experiencing prolonged grief disorder.</p><p> </p><p>Hear what prolonged grief disorder entails so you can understand if this describes your experience and identify the support you need.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/197" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/197</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Grief is <em>not</em> a disorder, we were built to grieve. However, if at a certain point, it is persistently interfering with the quality of your life, you might be experiencing prolonged grief disorder.</p><p> </p><p>Hear what prolonged grief disorder entails so you can understand if this describes your experience and identify the support you need.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/197" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/197</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/197]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">01779933-be3c-4b38-9b99-22942b08e175</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2536ddde-ce94-45e7-9f37-17d77dcc3cf6.mp3" length="18684925" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>197</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>197</podcast:episode></item><item><title>196. Oranges In, Orange Juice Out</title><itunes:title>Oranges In, Orange Juice Out</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Our brains only let data into our awareness that aligns with our thinking. If you think you’re incapable, if you’re looking for how someone in your life always screws something up, if you don't think of your kids in the highest regard, guess what you’ll find?</p><p> </p><p>Expecting to see evidence that proves otherwise is like putting an orange in a juicer and anticipating something other than orange juice to come out. So, where are you limiting your experience of yourself and other people based on your thoughts? This is what we’re exploring today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/196" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/196</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Our brains only let data into our awareness that aligns with our thinking. If you think you’re incapable, if you’re looking for how someone in your life always screws something up, if you don't think of your kids in the highest regard, guess what you’ll find?</p><p> </p><p>Expecting to see evidence that proves otherwise is like putting an orange in a juicer and anticipating something other than orange juice to come out. So, where are you limiting your experience of yourself and other people based on your thoughts? This is what we’re exploring today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/196" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/196</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/196]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7c209196-fc8a-4094-8f68-629845373d8e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ee551d10-b90f-4551-86aa-dbe608bef8b7.mp3" length="13218597" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>196</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>196</podcast:episode></item><item><title>195. Urges are Just Feelings</title><itunes:title>Urges are Just Feelings</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’re in the habit of answering your urges, not doing so feels incredibly uncomfortable.&nbsp;The good news is you don’t need your urges to disappear for you to start pulling away from them, and this week, you’ll hear why, and what to do so your urges stop being a problem.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/195" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/195</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’re in the habit of answering your urges, not doing so feels incredibly uncomfortable.&nbsp;The good news is you don’t need your urges to disappear for you to start pulling away from them, and this week, you’ll hear why, and what to do so your urges stop being a problem.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/195" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/195</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/195]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">682f8b84-670f-4bb2-8e40-38115da8ddeb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/189cb0be-0541-481b-95d1-9d7bb368e71d.mp3" length="17858410" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>195</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>195</podcast:episode></item><item><title>194. Sex and Widowhood: An Interview with Dr. Sonia Wright</title><itunes:title>Sex and Widowhood: An Interview with Dr. Sonia Wright</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’re excited about sex, or you’ve never had a great experience or made pleasure a priority for you, this is an opportunity to get to know yourself in a way you potentially never have before. Board-certified pediatric radiologist, trained sexual counselor, and Master Certified life coach, Dr. Sonia Wright is here to share her expert perspective on common concerns and questions we all have, so you can remove the shame from your experience and embrace your sexuality.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/194" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/194</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’re excited about sex, or you’ve never had a great experience or made pleasure a priority for you, this is an opportunity to get to know yourself in a way you potentially never have before. Board-certified pediatric radiologist, trained sexual counselor, and Master Certified life coach, Dr. Sonia Wright is here to share her expert perspective on common concerns and questions we all have, so you can remove the shame from your experience and embrace your sexuality.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/194" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/194</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/194]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0eeca6b3-3596-42bd-a0a7-a48694fadecb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a6de784f-8f87-4527-ac7e-81e7549d9773.mp3" length="37292497" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>194</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>194</podcast:episode></item><item><title>193. Less Trying, More Deciding</title><itunes:title>Less Trying, More Deciding</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether it’s a raise, getting better at saying no, starting a side hustle, or to date again, your goals matter. Hear how to keep your goals and dreams alive by deciding, instead of letting them die because you’re just trying.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/193" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/193</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether it’s a raise, getting better at saying no, starting a side hustle, or to date again, your goals matter. Hear how to keep your goals and dreams alive by deciding, instead of letting them die because you’re just trying.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/193" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/193</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/193]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fc5a8c46-da1f-4211-8afc-5e42047bd7b6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ab557b2d-0182-4fb3-b9cd-d14affe5612b.mp3" length="15366435" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>193</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>193</podcast:episode></item><item><title>192. CPR Scenes and Other Such Reminders</title><itunes:title>CPR Scenes and Other Such Reminders</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you are experiencing reminders that take you back to your person’s passing, be it a CPR scene, an accident, the hospital, or anything else, tune in to hear how to be your own advocate and how to seek help without re-traumatizing yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/192" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/192</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are experiencing reminders that take you back to your person’s passing, be it a CPR scene, an accident, the hospital, or anything else, tune in to hear how to be your own advocate and how to seek help without re-traumatizing yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/192" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/192</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/192]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5504543f-5b01-414c-b3c7-937759494dec</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d8e0c00b-2184-4363-a1bd-5313a4b72e2c.mp3" length="16194422" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>192</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>192</podcast:episode></item><item><title>191. Work and Life Harmony: An Interview with Megan Sumrell</title><itunes:title>Work and Life Harmony: An Interview with Megan Sumrell</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in this week as time management expert for women Megan Sumrell shows you how to find true peace and purpose, break out of overwhelm by building a system that helps you manage the mental madness of everything you’re juggling on a daily basis, and get in the driver’s seat of your calendar.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/191" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/191</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Listen in this week as time management expert for women Megan Sumrell shows you how to find true peace and purpose, break out of overwhelm by building a system that helps you manage the mental madness of everything you’re juggling on a daily basis, and get in the driver’s seat of your calendar.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/191" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/191</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/191]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cda00d43-2c14-4bd7-8772-9e2455a24e20</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5664a09c-cfad-4a9e-8cfb-3518c0ebc64d.mp3" length="44954212" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>191</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>191</podcast:episode></item><item><title>190. When There’s Pressure</title><itunes:title>When There’s Pressure</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What is it that you think is causing pressure in your life right now? Maybe you feel pressured to move to a different house or city, to date again, or go back to work. The great news is that no one and nothing outside of you can cause you to feel pressure. So, if you’re ready to start seeing yourself as the powerful creator of pressure when you feel it, listen in to hear why it’s not a problem, and how to start intentionally deciding your emotional experience of any given situation.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/190" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/190</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What is it that you think is causing pressure in your life right now? Maybe you feel pressured to move to a different house or city, to date again, or go back to work. The great news is that no one and nothing outside of you can cause you to feel pressure. So, if you’re ready to start seeing yourself as the powerful creator of pressure when you feel it, listen in to hear why it’s not a problem, and how to start intentionally deciding your emotional experience of any given situation.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/190" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/190</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/190]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2b7b23a7-485a-4e65-9d72-92f4165ffe21</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4e304232-6309-4e08-9e90-e45c4a8cb57a.mp3" length="11795962" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>190</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>190</podcast:episode></item><item><title>189. Indecision Drama</title><itunes:title>Indecision Drama</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to making big decisions, most of us are used to having our person to talk them through with and bounce ideas off of.&nbsp;So, if you’re now struggling with decision-making and experiencing fear, worry, or stress around big or small decisions, know that you are not alone and you don’t have to stay stuck in indecision drama.&nbsp;You can learn how to start making faster decisions with less anxiety, and I’m showing you how today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/189" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/189</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to making big decisions, most of us are used to having our person to talk them through with and bounce ideas off of.&nbsp;So, if you’re now struggling with decision-making and experiencing fear, worry, or stress around big or small decisions, know that you are not alone and you don’t have to stay stuck in indecision drama.&nbsp;You can learn how to start making faster decisions with less anxiety, and I’m showing you how today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/189" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/189</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/189]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4b042004-d505-4b7d-91bc-07958509408e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/51f7daec-dee8-4585-8da5-c8a829a13d45.mp3" length="15989237" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>189</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>189</podcast:episode></item><item><title>188. Blank Slate Fears</title><itunes:title>Blank Slate Fears</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>2023 is here, and it continues to fascinate me how scary it can sometimes feel to enter a blank slate where we’re creating from scratch and thinking about what we want in the next chapter of life. Our brains will offer us unconscious, unintentional fear-producing thoughts about the blank slate that is in front of us, but you don’t have to listen. Uncertainty will always be a part of our lives, so we have to learn to relate to it in ways that serve us, and you’re going to hear how on this episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/188" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/188</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>2023 is here, and it continues to fascinate me how scary it can sometimes feel to enter a blank slate where we’re creating from scratch and thinking about what we want in the next chapter of life. Our brains will offer us unconscious, unintentional fear-producing thoughts about the blank slate that is in front of us, but you don’t have to listen. Uncertainty will always be a part of our lives, so we have to learn to relate to it in ways that serve us, and you’re going to hear how on this episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/188" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/188</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/188]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bd8bc3fc-e10f-41a8-be84-e6cd328403b5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/63e956f6-a745-4428-948e-8dac42f6022a.mp3" length="16127113" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>188</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>188</podcast:episode></item><item><title>187. The Emotional Stagnation Zone</title><itunes:title>The Emotional Stagnation Zone</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The emotional stagnation zone is where many of us find ourselves as widows.&nbsp;The very last thing we want to do in grief is handle or bring on more intense emotions. So, it’s no surprise then that while life doesn’t feel terrible, it doesn’t feel exciting either.&nbsp;How we end up here makes sense, but we don’t have to stay in this place. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start thriving, listen in to find out why we get stuck in the emotional stagnation zone and how to get out.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/187" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/187</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The emotional stagnation zone is where many of us find ourselves as widows.&nbsp;The very last thing we want to do in grief is handle or bring on more intense emotions. So, it’s no surprise then that while life doesn’t feel terrible, it doesn’t feel exciting either.&nbsp;How we end up here makes sense, but we don’t have to stay in this place. If you’re ready to stop surviving and start thriving, listen in to find out why we get stuck in the emotional stagnation zone and how to get out.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/187" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/187</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/187]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">81b609ff-016d-4cd1-b234-4700a53361ba</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ec720d90-d3e3-4afc-a435-3a7631872220.mp3" length="17185502" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>187</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>187</podcast:episode></item><item><title>186. From Grief to Empowerment: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Annette Warmoth</title><itunes:title>From Grief to Empowerment: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Annette Warmoth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mom Goes On graduate Annette Warmoth is on the show today, and she is a stellar example of continuing to navigate challenges in life using the tools she learned. She’s had a lot happen since she graduated the program, and she’s here to share her story. Listen in as Annette shares her grief journey with us, and how she continues to use the coaching tools she learned from Mom Goes On and from her Life Coach School certification to support herself and others through life’s trials.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/186" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/186</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mom Goes On graduate Annette Warmoth is on the show today, and she is a stellar example of continuing to navigate challenges in life using the tools she learned. She’s had a lot happen since she graduated the program, and she’s here to share her story. Listen in as Annette shares her grief journey with us, and how she continues to use the coaching tools she learned from Mom Goes On and from her Life Coach School certification to support herself and others through life’s trials.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/186" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/186</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/186]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1517acc7-dbf0-4742-a6ab-76bee201547e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6978b7fb-afc0-4089-beeb-f4d1c8b0026d.mp3" length="42852841" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>51:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>186</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>186</podcast:episode></item><item><title>185. Damn Good Mama: An Interview with Pam Howard</title><itunes:title>Damn Good Mama: An Interview with Pam Howard</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Parenting expert, Master Certified Coach, and my dear friend Pam Howard is back on the show this week. Pam specializes in helping moms who are successful in many areas of their lives, but don’t feel successful as a mom. Most of us can relate to the parenting drama of getting reactive or feeling out of control, and Pam is here to share her expertise with us so you can handle anything that comes your way.&nbsp;Join us as Pam shares the parenting struggles she’s personally found most challenging to work through, and how to start seeing and believing that you are a damn good mama.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/185" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/185</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Parenting expert, Master Certified Coach, and my dear friend Pam Howard is back on the show this week. Pam specializes in helping moms who are successful in many areas of their lives, but don’t feel successful as a mom. Most of us can relate to the parenting drama of getting reactive or feeling out of control, and Pam is here to share her expertise with us so you can handle anything that comes your way.&nbsp;Join us as Pam shares the parenting struggles she’s personally found most challenging to work through, and how to start seeing and believing that you are a damn good mama.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/185" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/185</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/185]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b6c2a333-c6b5-4eb8-8667-a39f4680fa9f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7c1a66d3-35c8-4d31-b695-35cb3c2f3de7.mp3" length="36160602" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>185</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>185</podcast:episode></item><item><title>184. Identifying a Grief Plateau</title><itunes:title>Identifying a Grief Plateau</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>When we first lose our person, most of us have an early acute grief experience that might look like struggling in our day-to-day. However, you might not be in that place after some time. You might be back to functioning, and everyone thinks you’re going great. You’re not in a pit of despair and life doesn’t feel terrible, but it also doesn’t feel amazing. If you like the idea of loving life again, but it feels so far away, tune in. You’ll hear what a grief plateau is and how it might be holding you back from what you’re truly capable of.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/184" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/184</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When we first lose our person, most of us have an early acute grief experience that might look like struggling in our day-to-day. However, you might not be in that place after some time. You might be back to functioning, and everyone thinks you’re going great. You’re not in a pit of despair and life doesn’t feel terrible, but it also doesn’t feel amazing. If you like the idea of loving life again, but it feels so far away, tune in. You’ll hear what a grief plateau is and how it might be holding you back from what you’re truly capable of.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/184" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/184</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/184]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">958b164e-0a8d-476f-8345-321d28dc05ef</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Dec 2022 06:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c39ce109-b3ff-44c0-89af-d10efdcec459.mp3" length="21665133" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>184</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>184</podcast:episode></item><item><title>183. Dream Stealers</title><itunes:title>Dream Stealers</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A lot of you are walking around with dream stealers and you don’t even know it. Dream stealers affect all of us, whether you’re currently in acute grief or you’re further down the path of your grief journey.&nbsp;But if you’re ready to stop just surviving and instead live the life you want, you have to let your dream stealers go. Tune in this week to find out what dream stealers are, how to identify yours, and how to start seeing that they’re not necessary for where you want to go.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/183" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/183</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A lot of you are walking around with dream stealers and you don’t even know it. Dream stealers affect all of us, whether you’re currently in acute grief or you’re further down the path of your grief journey.&nbsp;But if you’re ready to stop just surviving and instead live the life you want, you have to let your dream stealers go. Tune in this week to find out what dream stealers are, how to identify yours, and how to start seeing that they’re not necessary for where you want to go.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/183" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/183</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/183]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0b6020ba-d876-40b3-9b40-8d8e5637d331</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/033d0ddd-b7b1-492d-8036-01273352eae4.mp3" length="31086935" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>183</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>183</podcast:episode></item><item><title>182. The Tipping Point in Grief</title><itunes:title>The Tipping Point in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There is a tipping point in grief that some widows reach quickly, while other widows never reach it. Most widows feel sad, lonely, or disheartened when they think about their life without their person. Those who reach the tipping point just aren’t okay with staying there. The life you want is worth fighting for. Don’t give up on that. This week, hear why crossing the tipping point matters.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/182" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/182</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is a tipping point in grief that some widows reach quickly, while other widows never reach it. Most widows feel sad, lonely, or disheartened when they think about their life without their person. Those who reach the tipping point just aren’t okay with staying there. The life you want is worth fighting for. Don’t give up on that. This week, hear why crossing the tipping point matters.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/182" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/182</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/182]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">33962293-b0fa-40c0-babd-8816a2000029</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3456565c-f35e-4724-985a-56afd4f49464.mp3" length="16861110" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>182</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>182</podcast:episode></item><item><title>181. Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms Q&amp;A</title><itunes:title>Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms Q&amp;A</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I received so many questions after our Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms online event last week, and I’m addressing some of the most commonly asked questions here this week. Your holiday season can be joyful, fun, and full of holiday spirit, even without your person. So listen in to hear what other widowed moms just like you are worried or anxious about for the holidays, and what you can do to make this time of year the experience you truly want.</p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/181" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/181</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I received so many questions after our Happier Holidays for Widowed Moms online event last week, and I’m addressing some of the most commonly asked questions here this week. Your holiday season can be joyful, fun, and full of holiday spirit, even without your person. So listen in to hear what other widowed moms just like you are worried or anxious about for the holidays, and what you can do to make this time of year the experience you truly want.</p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/181" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/181</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/181]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3378e59a-9b19-4f1b-aae4-8827cb0f04e5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0fc26f88-0aa8-4536-a258-5f14af398069.mp3" length="35328595" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>181</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>181</podcast:episode></item><item><title>180. Money Drama: An Interview with Molly Claire</title><itunes:title>Money Drama: An Interview with Molly Claire</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>So many widows, including myself, struggle with money drama. Whether it’s because you have less money than you’ve ever had and are struggling to make ends meet, or because you have more money now and hate how you came into it, we need to talk about it. Master Certified life and business coach Molly Claire is here to share from her deep well of wisdom around money drama and how to free yourself from it. Find out what might be exacerbating your fear around money, and how to obliterate the fear.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/180" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/180</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So many widows, including myself, struggle with money drama. Whether it’s because you have less money than you’ve ever had and are struggling to make ends meet, or because you have more money now and hate how you came into it, we need to talk about it. Master Certified life and business coach Molly Claire is here to share from her deep well of wisdom around money drama and how to free yourself from it. Find out what might be exacerbating your fear around money, and how to obliterate the fear.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/180" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/180</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/180]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">211f8507-7858-41bf-88e1-aa3f7981fe6e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Nov 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6b7a185d-4c9c-4a22-846c-8f12b9ef1c2c.mp3" length="52892030" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02:58</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>180</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>180</podcast:episode></item><item><title>179. Out of Our Heads and Into Our Bodies: An Interview with Victoria Albina</title><itunes:title>Out of Our Heads and Into Our Bodies: An Interview with Victoria Albina</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you find yourself not trusting your own authority or constantly judging your emotional experience, the good news is it’s just science. The remedy? Getting out of your head and into your body’s wisdom.&nbsp; Functional medicine Nurse Practitioner and Master Certified life coach Victoria Albina is on the show this week to dive into the nervous system science behind your automatic reactions, and her favorite ways for coming back to and tuning into your body.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/179" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/179</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you find yourself not trusting your own authority or constantly judging your emotional experience, the good news is it’s just science. The remedy? Getting out of your head and into your body’s wisdom.&nbsp; Functional medicine Nurse Practitioner and Master Certified life coach Victoria Albina is on the show this week to dive into the nervous system science behind your automatic reactions, and her favorite ways for coming back to and tuning into your body.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/179" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/179</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/179]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">310ed347-6cfb-487e-91c8-eb7aa55c52f4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 31 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aed9642d-df2a-4504-bbb8-0cbf1fdfee6e.mp3" length="42725932" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>179</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>179</podcast:episode></item><item><title>178. Creating Meaning from Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Pam Baker</title><itunes:title>Creating Meaning from Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Pam Baker</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Pam Baker came to coaching worried she no longer had a purpose in life, only to create meaning from her loss by starting a non-profit. We can all give ourselves the gift of going after a vision. You don’t have to be a special snowflake, or even do it the way Pam did. You just have to be committed to figuring it out, and I hope you feel encouraged and inspired by Pam’s story.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/178" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/178</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pam Baker came to coaching worried she no longer had a purpose in life, only to create meaning from her loss by starting a non-profit. We can all give ourselves the gift of going after a vision. You don’t have to be a special snowflake, or even do it the way Pam did. You just have to be committed to figuring it out, and I hope you feel encouraged and inspired by Pam’s story.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/178" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/178</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/178]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">09a9bf6a-22bf-41c9-9028-c0434d9d9db5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6583a1af-5511-4131-b35a-64923d5c9aa2.mp3" length="35569270" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>178</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>178</podcast:episode></item><item><title>177. Why You’re Procrastinating in Grief</title><itunes:title>Why You’re Procrastinating in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you have a to-do list of grief-related items you’re procrastinating on?&nbsp;Maybe you haven’t ordered that headstone, closed an account belonging to your person, or completed the paperwork for the estate. Tune in this week to discover why you’re procrastinating in grief so that when you’re ready to get it done, you’ll have everything you need.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/177" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/177</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you have a to-do list of grief-related items you’re procrastinating on?&nbsp;Maybe you haven’t ordered that headstone, closed an account belonging to your person, or completed the paperwork for the estate. Tune in this week to discover why you’re procrastinating in grief so that when you’re ready to get it done, you’ll have everything you need.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/177" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/177</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/177]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b9912494-05e9-4fca-9e1b-0a8781f80053</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a9d93e1b-4be8-4d10-b445-8d39f1a5b622.mp3" length="16725074" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>177</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>177</podcast:episode></item><item><title>176. How We Make the Holidays Harder in Grief</title><itunes:title>How We Make the Holidays Harder in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you starting to dread the holidays, and it’s not even Halloween yet? No matter when you lost your person, this time of year can be especially hard. And if you’re feeling that impending holiday dread, I’ve got just the thing for you on this episode. Listen in to discover three ways we make the holidays harder in grief, and how we can make this time of year a little easier on ourselves and maybe even enjoy it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/176" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/176</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you starting to dread the holidays, and it’s not even Halloween yet? No matter when you lost your person, this time of year can be especially hard. And if you’re feeling that impending holiday dread, I’ve got just the thing for you on this episode. Listen in to discover three ways we make the holidays harder in grief, and how we can make this time of year a little easier on ourselves and maybe even enjoy it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/176" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/176</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/176]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a2912d85-2d55-4897-b714-83e7ba021792</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9274310f-52cf-4687-ba70-609437cb75a7.mp3" length="15878450" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>176</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>176</podcast:episode></item><item><title>175. What It’s Like to Be in Mom Goes On: Your Questions Answered</title><itunes:title>What It’s Like to Be in Mom Goes On: Your Questions Answered</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Widowhood is so often an extremely isolating experience. We think that we’re the only ones going through something that is actually very normal and common in grief. This week, I invite you to listen to the women inside Mom Goes On talk about their stories, and I hope you see yourself in their journeys. And if this is exactly what you needed to take the leap, I can’t wait to see you inside.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/175" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/175</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Widowhood is so often an extremely isolating experience. We think that we’re the only ones going through something that is actually very normal and common in grief. This week, I invite you to listen to the women inside Mom Goes On talk about their stories, and I hope you see yourself in their journeys. And if this is exactly what you needed to take the leap, I can’t wait to see you inside.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/175" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/175</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/175]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">baf77afb-af7d-46d0-bbc8-7f20b4ff59a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Oct 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b71b52d3-a1e9-4e14-9823-2d5ee4f2712a.mp3" length="47158745" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>175</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>175</podcast:episode></item><item><title>174. Be Done Apologizing</title><itunes:title>Be Done Apologizing</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>So many widows have a difficult time loving life after their spouse dies because of all the ways they think they aren’t living up to a completely optional set of standards. But we need to put down the idea that we need to be different. We need to consider that who we are might actually be amazing and that being unapologetically you is the best way to be. So, let’s figure out how to be done apologizing, shall we?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/174" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/174</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So many widows have a difficult time loving life after their spouse dies because of all the ways they think they aren’t living up to a completely optional set of standards. But we need to put down the idea that we need to be different. We need to consider that who we are might actually be amazing and that being unapologetically you is the best way to be. So, let’s figure out how to be done apologizing, shall we?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/174" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/174</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/174]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a3e5b0be-619d-4cfd-b612-c6778c8d42ad</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4e02ad67-0e0d-4197-9900-1f837d718cae.mp3" length="24293515" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>174</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>174</podcast:episode></item><item><title>173. Weight Loss and Grief: An Interview with Dr. Katrina Ubell</title><itunes:title>Weight Loss and Grief: An Interview with Dr. Katrina Ubell</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>So much of what we struggle with in grief can be exactly what holds us back from the things we want to accomplish, including weight loss. This week, I’m sitting down with my dear friend, Master Certified Coach, and weight loss expert, Dr. Katrina Ubell to discuss how learning the skills of processing your emotions and working <em>with</em> your body instead of against it will transform your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/173" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/173</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So much of what we struggle with in grief can be exactly what holds us back from the things we want to accomplish, including weight loss. This week, I’m sitting down with my dear friend, Master Certified Coach, and weight loss expert, Dr. Katrina Ubell to discuss how learning the skills of processing your emotions and working <em>with</em> your body instead of against it will transform your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/173" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/173</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/173]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cb8a601b-5406-4918-8146-f159d667994e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7ab1a6c7-04a2-4790-8656-2c0e125f527c.mp3" length="47328068" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>173</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>173</podcast:episode></item><item><title>172. Asking for the Support You Need: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Pam Demke</title><itunes:title>Asking for the Support You Need: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Pam Demke</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I can’t believe I’ve created a business where I get to work with and change the lives of people like my guest today. Pam Demke is an OG Widowed Mom, and she's sharing her journey of widowhood, the wisdom she would offer her past self or new widows, and what has shifted in her life since she came to coaching.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/172" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/172</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I can’t believe I’ve created a business where I get to work with and change the lives of people like my guest today. Pam Demke is an OG Widowed Mom, and she's sharing her journey of widowhood, the wisdom she would offer her past self or new widows, and what has shifted in her life since she came to coaching.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/172" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/172</a>&nbsp;</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/172]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dd9b1a37-2883-42af-92ec-f389d6433cb3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/28e58dd4-a857-43fa-bbaa-0bd7c25234c0.mp3" length="34099104" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>172</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>172</podcast:episode></item><item><title>171. How You’re Supposed to Feel</title><itunes:title>How You’re Supposed to Feel</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>How often are you telling yourself that you shouldn’t feel the way you do? Are you supposed to feel some other way than you do right now? How exactly are you supposed to feel? Let’s talk about it in today’s episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/171" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/171</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How often are you telling yourself that you shouldn’t feel the way you do? Are you supposed to feel some other way than you do right now? How exactly are you supposed to feel? Let’s talk about it in today’s episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/171" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/171</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/171]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dc6d438a-3a20-49a9-a0fd-6fb7a8cedef0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Sep 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f6c09a95-eeca-40bc-baa1-b9122c3f8856.mp3" length="8637294" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>10:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>171</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>171</podcast:episode></item><item><title>170. The Grieving Brain: An Interview with Mary-Frances O’Connor</title><itunes:title>The Grieving Brain: An Interview with Mary-Frances O’Connor</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you are on a grief journey that feels never-ending, or you’re trying to figure out how to support someone who’s currently grieving, you can benefit from hearing a variety of angles on grief. This week, author and leader in the field of complicated grief Mary-Frances O’Connor shares groundbreaking discoveries about what happens to our grieving brains.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/170" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/170</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you are on a grief journey that feels never-ending, or you’re trying to figure out how to support someone who’s currently grieving, you can benefit from hearing a variety of angles on grief. This week, author and leader in the field of complicated grief Mary-Frances O’Connor shares groundbreaking discoveries about what happens to our grieving brains.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/170" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/170</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/170]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1831ce93-de5e-4a92-ad78-0790223864cc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a4851db7-b706-4e02-9eb1-40ab1635b0bc.mp3" length="49491270" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>170</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>170</podcast:episode></item><item><title>169. It’s Not Personal</title><itunes:title>It’s Not Personal</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>How much time and energy do you spend taking the things other people say and do personally? Tune in to discover why other people’s choices aren’t personal, the role of our primitive brain in making things personal, and how to truly stop being bothered by what other people say and do.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/169" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.coachingwithkrista.com/169</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How much time and energy do you spend taking the things other people say and do personally? Tune in to discover why other people’s choices aren’t personal, the role of our primitive brain in making things personal, and how to truly stop being bothered by what other people say and do.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/169" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.coachingwithkrista.com/169</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/169]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">955c1fa8-8e2c-46f5-890f-77fa99524a8d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fedacbba-8ba6-416b-9c88-b718ff617131.mp3" length="16715181" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>169</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>169</podcast:episode></item><item><title>168. Tornadoes and Post-Traumatic Growth</title><itunes:title>Tornadoes and Post-Traumatic Growth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt put off by the idea of experiencing growth after the death of your spouse? Maybe someone mentioned post-traumatic growth and it felt kind of icky and made you recoil, or maybe you’ve never even heard the term before. This week, I’m offering you a different way to think about post-traumatic growth that’s worked for me and my clients, and it might help you too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/168" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/168</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever felt put off by the idea of experiencing growth after the death of your spouse? Maybe someone mentioned post-traumatic growth and it felt kind of icky and made you recoil, or maybe you’ve never even heard the term before. This week, I’m offering you a different way to think about post-traumatic growth that’s worked for me and my clients, and it might help you too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/168" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/168</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/168]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">730891c4-6a18-4732-b8b3-642413d5bbed</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5e580307-37d2-4b15-984f-92f2c9f9802d.mp3" length="17650696" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>168</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>168</podcast:episode></item><item><title>167. Tapping for Widows: An Interview with Melanie Fay</title><itunes:title>Tapping for Widows: An Interview with Melanie Fay</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What is tapping? How does it work? Why is it even worth trying? I have tapping expert and facilitator Melanie Fay on the show today to break it all down. Melanie is the person I trust most when it comes to tapping, so I’ve brought her on to address everything you need to know about tapping for widows and to invite you to make tapping your go-to tool for feeling better.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/167" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/167</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What is tapping? How does it work? Why is it even worth trying? I have tapping expert and facilitator Melanie Fay on the show today to break it all down. Melanie is the person I trust most when it comes to tapping, so I’ve brought her on to address everything you need to know about tapping for widows and to invite you to make tapping your go-to tool for feeling better.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/167" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/167</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/167]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">05cfb8f2-2537-4705-81d7-e1f844c5a466</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/42ccd0b8-69fc-46b3-9169-f10906b9d9d1.mp3" length="59756127" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>167</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>167</podcast:episode></item><item><title>166. Perfectly Hidden Depression: An Interview with Dr. Margaret Robinson Rutherford</title><itunes:title>Perfectly Hidden Depression: An Interview with Dr. Margaret Robinson Rutherford</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This episode is for the woman who has lost a loved one to suicide, the woman who might be experiencing perfectly hidden depression herself, or parents who don’t want to drop the ball on their kids. Dr. Margaret’s 30 years in clinical psychology has led her to this work, and she’s got an important message to share that might just save a life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/166" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/166</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode is for the woman who has lost a loved one to suicide, the woman who might be experiencing perfectly hidden depression herself, or parents who don’t want to drop the ball on their kids. Dr. Margaret’s 30 years in clinical psychology has led her to this work, and she’s got an important message to share that might just save a life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/166" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/166</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/166]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c48ad958-a64f-46e7-921d-0cb04d72b70f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ccb755c6-470a-4751-bb2d-beec3785957d.mp3" length="46628476" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>166</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>166</podcast:episode></item><item><title>165. The Gift of Goal Constraint</title><itunes:title>The Gift of Goal Constraint</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you set lots of goals, but find you’re only making small advances towards each one, or you feel yourself burning out quickly when you go all-in, this episode is for you. Discover why goal restraint is one of the best gifts you can give yourself, and how to start making progress in one primary area at a time to experience the ripple effects that will make working on your other goals easier and quicker.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/165" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/165</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you set lots of goals, but find you’re only making small advances towards each one, or you feel yourself burning out quickly when you go all-in, this episode is for you. Discover why goal restraint is one of the best gifts you can give yourself, and how to start making progress in one primary area at a time to experience the ripple effects that will make working on your other goals easier and quicker.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/165" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/165</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/165]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">daf018e4-c4ba-48c5-a81f-f8a58ef3da0a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f2045324-8d8f-4a03-9f9f-b93a5381846d.mp3" length="22429474" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>165</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>165</podcast:episode></item><item><title>164. Growth After Trauma: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jenna Kelley</title><itunes:title>Growth After Trauma: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jenna Kelley</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Jenna Kelley is a client who has truly done the work to get herself into a healthy, happy place. She’s here to share insights on her own journey of widowhood, how she navigated her fear of moving forward in a new relationship, and the key lessons from our work together that have made a lasting impression on her life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/164" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/164</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jenna Kelley is a client who has truly done the work to get herself into a healthy, happy place. She’s here to share insights on her own journey of widowhood, how she navigated her fear of moving forward in a new relationship, and the key lessons from our work together that have made a lasting impression on her life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/164" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/164</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/164]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">99e16d4e-501c-412b-a27d-31f288e59bf7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a3895f82-273a-443d-a845-d38187d6681d.mp3" length="44854021" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>164</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>164</podcast:episode></item><item><title>163. Controlling the Controllables</title><itunes:title>Controlling the Controllables</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I know what it’s like to go through life feeling like things are going exactly the way they’re supposed to. And then, your spouse dies. All of a sudden, everything feels out of control. We start questioning everything, getting caught in loops of worrying, dwelling, and fretting about things we can’t control. But we don’t have to control everything to feel in control of our lives. Tune in this week to find out how.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/163" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/163</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I know what it’s like to go through life feeling like things are going exactly the way they’re supposed to. And then, your spouse dies. All of a sudden, everything feels out of control. We start questioning everything, getting caught in loops of worrying, dwelling, and fretting about things we can’t control. But we don’t have to control everything to feel in control of our lives. Tune in this week to find out how.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/163" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/163</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/163]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">381c9b8c-61a0-422a-9be2-0a3bba3c07b6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d3c13788-246b-45bb-b176-1a15deded793.mp3" length="22150805" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>163</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>163</podcast:episode></item><item><title>162. Struggling Less as a Mom: A Conversation with Molly Claire</title><itunes:title>Struggling Less as a Mom: A Conversation with Molly Claire</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Being a mom is hard. Being a <em>widowed</em> mom is even harder. Master Certified Coach, author, and mom to a blended family of eight children, Molly Claire is on the show this week. She's here to offer her best nuggets of advice for struggling less as a mom, and to answer some of your personal questions from inside Mom Goes On.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/162" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/162</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Being a mom is hard. Being a <em>widowed</em> mom is even harder. Master Certified Coach, author, and mom to a blended family of eight children, Molly Claire is on the show this week. She's here to offer her best nuggets of advice for struggling less as a mom, and to answer some of your personal questions from inside Mom Goes On.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/162" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/162</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/162]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c93e97aa-20ac-4c85-8bfb-8f32b4b27064</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c0832b21-bbc0-4e06-aff5-3ff8ba4ac482.mp3" length="44909599" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>162</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>162</podcast:episode></item><item><title>161. Ask Krista Anything: Free Public Coaching Call</title><itunes:title>Ask Krista Anything: Free Public Coaching Call</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There is so much value in being in the same room as other widows who have many of the same questions you do. So, this week, I’m bringing you a recent Ask Krista Anything call to give you a taste of some of the most common questions other widows have on their minds, and my best tips, wherever you are on your widowhood journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/161" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/161</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is so much value in being in the same room as other widows who have many of the same questions you do. So, this week, I’m bringing you a recent Ask Krista Anything call to give you a taste of some of the most common questions other widows have on their minds, and my best tips, wherever you are on your widowhood journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/161" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/161</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/161]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">85a8cc4e-ca99-4a66-acee-231e0a1e0ada</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1cbd7c9f-80bd-44da-8d61-fac959f75958.mp3" length="37007233" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>161</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>161</podcast:episode></item><item><title>160. Healing After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jane Grondin</title><itunes:title>Healing After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jane Grondin</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week, Mom Goes On graduate Jane Grondin is on the show to share her story. From navigating the new uncharted waters of losing her husband and the early days of grief to showing up for what she wants and taking her future into her own hands, Jane is a serious inspiration. And on this episode, she’s sharing it all with us.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/160" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/160</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week, Mom Goes On graduate Jane Grondin is on the show to share her story. From navigating the new uncharted waters of losing her husband and the early days of grief to showing up for what she wants and taking her future into her own hands, Jane is a serious inspiration. And on this episode, she’s sharing it all with us.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/160" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/160</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/160]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b232754e-0885-4b35-add5-d8a68ee11579</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e1b5324f-b538-4dfd-88cb-3883d083e579.mp3" length="46935665" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>160</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>160</podcast:episode></item><item><title>159. Grief Support with EFT Tapping Part 2</title><itunes:title>Grief Support with EFT Tapping Part 2</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tapping has been an invaluable go-to resource not only in my life, but for my clients inside Mom Goes On too. This week, discover how tapping can support you through grief grenades and other intense emotional experiences, and what to expect as you start implementing this practice in your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/159" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/159</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tapping has been an invaluable go-to resource not only in my life, but for my clients inside Mom Goes On too. This week, discover how tapping can support you through grief grenades and other intense emotional experiences, and what to expect as you start implementing this practice in your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/159" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/159</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/159]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eb63b5b4-3c2f-4ff7-b835-58791375640f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/25a6ddb6-cc3e-4da0-a0c7-d5aec6cd6c78.mp3" length="25298881" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>159</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>159</podcast:episode></item><item><title>158. Grief Support with EFT Tapping Part 1</title><itunes:title>Grief Support with EFT Tapping Part 1</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wished you had a magic tool that could help you manage a grief grenade, lower your stress levels, and support you through not only the challenges of grief but literally all areas of life? I’m introducing you to that tool this week. And over the course of the next two episodes, you’ll learn the basics so you can start using it for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/158" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/158</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wished you had a magic tool that could help you manage a grief grenade, lower your stress levels, and support you through not only the challenges of grief but literally all areas of life? I’m introducing you to that tool this week. And over the course of the next two episodes, you’ll learn the basics so you can start using it for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/158" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/158</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/158]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">324ed8a1-67ec-429e-bf3a-cf60e7392db2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6a76289e-fd46-4996-8905-ff33b27b4d73.mp3" length="24496870" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>158</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>158</podcast:episode></item><item><title>157. What is Your Purpose Now?</title><itunes:title>What is Your Purpose Now?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever asked yourself what your purpose is now that your spouse has died? If you feel out of touch with what you want, you’re not alone. Discovering and exploring your purpose doesn’t have to induce anxiety and confusion, or even be a fixed endeavor. And this week, you'll learn why.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/157" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/157</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever asked yourself what your purpose is now that your spouse has died? If you feel out of touch with what you want, you’re not alone. Discovering and exploring your purpose doesn’t have to induce anxiety and confusion, or even be a fixed endeavor. And this week, you'll learn why.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/157" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/157</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/157]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">356f72f0-9495-429f-b25c-e406d127a0a3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0af0acd2-5656-46e8-a618-84ee38c55c30.mp3" length="18886801" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>157</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>157</podcast:episode></item><item><title>156. When the Relationship Was Difficult</title><itunes:title>When the Relationship Was Difficult</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It’s easy to assume that the work I do is only relevant to those whose relationships felt like rainbows and daisies. That is most certainly not true. If you’re having conflicting thoughts and feelings about grief, this week’s episode is dedicated to you. No matter how you feel about your loss, you’re not grieving wrongly, and I’m showing you why.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/156" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/156</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It’s easy to assume that the work I do is only relevant to those whose relationships felt like rainbows and daisies. That is most certainly not true. If you’re having conflicting thoughts and feelings about grief, this week’s episode is dedicated to you. No matter how you feel about your loss, you’re not grieving wrongly, and I’m showing you why.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/156" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/156</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/156]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">47575f0c-21b8-40f8-a97c-61852133ee8d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/01b7c343-9f70-455d-a71c-cca5cb75ec08.mp3" length="17573165" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>156</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>156</podcast:episode></item><item><title>155. Where You Should Be in Grief</title><itunes:title>Where You Should Be in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’re crying too much or not crying enough, too happy or not happy at all, the reality is there is no right or wrong way to experience grief. In this episode, I’m inviting you to question, what if where you are right now is exactly where you’re supposed to be?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/155" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/155</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’re crying too much or not crying enough, too happy or not happy at all, the reality is there is no right or wrong way to experience grief. In this episode, I’m inviting you to question, what if where you are right now is exactly where you’re supposed to be?&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/155" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/155</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/155]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5ec8b8cf-8dd8-4547-8865-a14a730506ad</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ef8adf29-1cdf-422a-a9d1-12c70241dd45.mp3" length="13494710" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>155</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>155</podcast:episode></item><item><title>154. E+R=O</title><itunes:title>E+R=O</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Discover what Jack Canfield’s E+R=O formula means and how you can apply it in your life. You are the boss of your response, and once you become aware of this concept, you’ll see how this is true everywhere.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/154" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/154</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Discover what Jack Canfield’s E+R=O formula means and how you can apply it in your life. You are the boss of your response, and once you become aware of this concept, you’ll see how this is true everywhere.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/154" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/154</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/154]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">57763c1b-e2dc-4a11-911f-685b1c951b97</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/94ac2285-1645-495a-bc6f-bae6053a5c51.mp3" length="17207055" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>154</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>154</podcast:episode></item><item><title>153. What’s Possible</title><itunes:title>What’s Possible</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>We’re surrounded by so many widows who are intent on using widowhood as an excuse to not pursue their dreams, but you don't have to be one of them. So, tune in as I show you how you can chase whatever life satisfaction or dream you want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/153" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/153</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We’re surrounded by so many widows who are intent on using widowhood as an excuse to not pursue their dreams, but you don't have to be one of them. So, tune in as I show you how you can chase whatever life satisfaction or dream you want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/153" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/153</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/153]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">04452852-3aac-42fd-b3e6-cb9d6bb22632</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 May 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/db04757e-0801-4f91-a04a-4f457abd9933.mp3" length="16732003" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>153</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>153</podcast:episode></item><item><title>152. Why We Suck at Grief</title><itunes:title>Why We Suck at Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There are so many instances where we make grief harder on ourselves than necessary. So, join me this week as I share the top 15 reasons why we suck at grief, and how we can make the experience of grief easier on ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/152" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/152</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are so many instances where we make grief harder on ourselves than necessary. So, join me this week as I share the top 15 reasons why we suck at grief, and how we can make the experience of grief easier on ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/152" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/152</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/152]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6d636861-d646-40b6-9385-0612212be88c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9df2d2fe-08ea-4a2e-b58c-ffae813437b2.mp3" length="28535070" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:58</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>152</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>152</podcast:episode></item><item><title>151. The Merry-Go-Round or the Roller Coaster</title><itunes:title>The Merry-Go-Round or the Roller Coaster</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>You have a choice to either settle for what feels safe, the merry-go-round, or choose the highs and lows of the roller coaster. I’m sharing why neither the roller coaster or the merry-go-round is wrong, but that your conscious choice between the two is what matters. Learn how to make that choice for yourself today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/151" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/151</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You have a choice to either settle for what feels safe, the merry-go-round, or choose the highs and lows of the roller coaster. I’m sharing why neither the roller coaster or the merry-go-round is wrong, but that your conscious choice between the two is what matters. Learn how to make that choice for yourself today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/151" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/151</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/151]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">91af8d4e-aa1a-47ef-9a67-237c0a4e80a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/288abe66-fefb-4706-a6cd-ab33a2c834a4.mp3" length="22696827" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>151</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>151</podcast:episode></item><item><title>150. Hold Your Roles Lightly</title><itunes:title>Hold Your Roles Lightly</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever wonder who you are now that your spouse has died? We get so attached to our roles in life, and when one gets taken away, we feel lost. But you are so much more than just a mom, wife, or even a widow. So, if you’re ready to stop letting your roles cause you pain, I’m showing you how to hold your roles lightly.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/150" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/150</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you ever wonder who you are now that your spouse has died? We get so attached to our roles in life, and when one gets taken away, we feel lost. But you are so much more than just a mom, wife, or even a widow. So, if you’re ready to stop letting your roles cause you pain, I’m showing you how to hold your roles lightly.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/150" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/150</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/150]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d5bc0a3f-6e69-48f8-807c-f244a74a3cb3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/90e65d0c-3fcc-4eb1-97f1-ce0cb57d3211.mp3" length="12856169" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>150</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>150</podcast:episode></item><item><title>149. Forming Friendship After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Julie McAdoo and Carrie Fajvan</title><itunes:title>Forming Friendship After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Julie McAdoo and Carrie Fajvan</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Julie McAdoo and Carrie Fajvan have recently graduated from Mom Goes On, and they’re here to share their experiences of losing their husbands, their journeys of healing, and the beautiful friendship they formed inside this container.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/149" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/149</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Julie McAdoo and Carrie Fajvan have recently graduated from Mom Goes On, and they’re here to share their experiences of losing their husbands, their journeys of healing, and the beautiful friendship they formed inside this container.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/149" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/149</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/149]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">63c04967-b06c-4f35-934b-2a74e1e14396</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Apr 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a860303e-dcc3-4c16-87c3-e9a9bf50dc15.mp3" length="43960243" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>52:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>149</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>149</podcast:episode></item><item><title>148. Why Anger is a Problem</title><itunes:title>Why Anger is a Problem</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wondered why you’re so angry and you can’t seem to let it go? Maybe you worry that if you finally let the anger flow through you, you’ll fall into a dark place. This is one of the reasons widowed moms get stuck in a grief plateau. But when you change your relationship with your feelings, anger included, your life starts to transform, and I’m showing you how this week.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/148" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/148</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you ever wondered why you’re so angry and you can’t seem to let it go? Maybe you worry that if you finally let the anger flow through you, you’ll fall into a dark place. This is one of the reasons widowed moms get stuck in a grief plateau. But when you change your relationship with your feelings, anger included, your life starts to transform, and I’m showing you how this week.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/148" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/148</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/148]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c4c7217c-d167-44cf-aaa5-32450c2231b1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fd351794-1fc4-4fb4-842e-829b1a09e042.mp3" length="10356877" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>148</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>148</podcast:episode></item><item><title>147. The Robin at the Window</title><itunes:title>The Robin at the Window</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There’s been a robin outside my house relentlessly attacking its reflection in the window.&nbsp;It sees its reflection as a threat and a problem, and seeing this spoke to me on a deep level.&nbsp;How are we the robin at the window? And how can we lovingly redirect ourselves to what really matters? Tune in to find out.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/147" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/147</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There’s been a robin outside my house relentlessly attacking its reflection in the window.&nbsp;It sees its reflection as a threat and a problem, and seeing this spoke to me on a deep level.&nbsp;How are we the robin at the window? And how can we lovingly redirect ourselves to what really matters? Tune in to find out.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/147" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/147</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/147]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ba208379-397a-4ad5-9202-df79c89b7731</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Mar 2022 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b960f230-3cf1-4092-9215-4eec422d33a9.mp3" length="14444832" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>147</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>147</podcast:episode></item><item><title>146. Your Emotional Board of Directors</title><itunes:title>Your Emotional Board of Directors</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What would it be like if you treated your emotions like a board of directors? Where everyone is valuable, but <em>you</em> are the president, and you get the final say. This week, I’m inviting you to intentionally create your emotional board of directors and I'm showing you how you can use this concept to see the value in all of your emotions.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/146" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/146</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What would it be like if you treated your emotions like a board of directors? Where everyone is valuable, but <em>you</em> are the president, and you get the final say. This week, I’m inviting you to intentionally create your emotional board of directors and I'm showing you how you can use this concept to see the value in all of your emotions.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/146" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/146</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/146]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cbcd9231-4389-4c57-9b17-82169c04ce11</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/977c03fc-c53a-46db-8654-ccf814491017.mp3" length="15968409" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>146</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>146</podcast:episode></item><item><title>145. Why Friends Disappear During Grief</title><itunes:title>Why Friends Disappear During Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It seems like right at the beginning of our grief, our friends are right there with us. But then we reach a point where it feels like most of our friends disappear and we don’t know why. This week, I’m offering six reasons why I think our friends disappear and what you can do to feel better right now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/145" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/145</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It seems like right at the beginning of our grief, our friends are right there with us. But then we reach a point where it feels like most of our friends disappear and we don’t know why. This week, I’m offering six reasons why I think our friends disappear and what you can do to feel better right now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/145" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/145</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/145]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7f9a44e7-9066-4a86-8691-2a704314ad19</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0ab2df6c-8172-4ff1-926e-7613ea73cbd1.mp3" length="16895495" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>145</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>145</podcast:episode></item><item><title>144. The Two Most Important Relationships for Widows</title><itunes:title>The Two Most Important Relationships for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There are two relationships in your life that create a domino effect for everything else you want to change. The rich, full life you’re dreaming of is waiting for you, and on this episode, you’re going to find out how to get there.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/144" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/144</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There are two relationships in your life that create a domino effect for everything else you want to change. The rich, full life you’re dreaming of is waiting for you, and on this episode, you’re going to find out how to get there.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/144" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/144</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/144]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cb015d4c-7867-4773-8dd4-19e847449730</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/50f45d47-4983-456b-8e39-05bc6413ee5f.mp3" length="29094640" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>34:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>144</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>144</podcast:episode></item><item><title>143. Beliefs and Your Smartphone</title><itunes:title>Beliefs and Your Smartphone</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Beliefs are much like the apps we use on our smartphones; some we absolutely love, but some go glitchy and don’t serve us anymore, and we have the ability to simply stop using them. I’m showing you how to diffuse yourself from your beliefs, and inviting you to see all the choices available to you when you start seeing beliefs as separate from who you are.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/143" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/143</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Beliefs are much like the apps we use on our smartphones; some we absolutely love, but some go glitchy and don’t serve us anymore, and we have the ability to simply stop using them. I’m showing you how to diffuse yourself from your beliefs, and inviting you to see all the choices available to you when you start seeing beliefs as separate from who you are.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/143" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/143</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/143]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae293d59-cf40-4a2d-bf86-48e5a8c95d34</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/238c226f-fe5b-4f5d-acff-0c288e2da90b.mp3" length="18174391" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>143</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>143</podcast:episode></item><item><title>142. From Surviving to Thriving: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Ann Kerrigan</title><itunes:title>From Surviving to Thriving: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Ann Kerrigan</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>While Ann’s husband Tom was battling early-onset Alzheimer’s, she was juggling his increasing need for care and her own wellbeing was taking a significant downturn. I’ve watched her not only make huge steps in her healing journey, but also start helping others in the same situation too, and she’s sharing it all with us on this episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/142" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/142</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While Ann’s husband Tom was battling early-onset Alzheimer’s, she was juggling his increasing need for care and her own wellbeing was taking a significant downturn. I’ve watched her not only make huge steps in her healing journey, but also start helping others in the same situation too, and she’s sharing it all with us on this episode.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/142" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/142</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/142]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eb1f1aaa-5635-453f-8ef3-80ec28b8c529</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9f27882d-ffff-48d6-a542-1506833fd29a.mp3" length="41890279" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>142</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>142</podcast:episode></item><item><title>141. Being Lovable</title><itunes:title>Being Lovable</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If I took a poll, I’d guess most of you don’t believe you’re 100% lovable as you are right now with all your human flaws. Think again. Discover why changing your flaws doesn’t make you a more lovable, worthwhile human, and why your lovability is completely non-negotiable.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/141" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/141</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If I took a poll, I’d guess most of you don’t believe you’re 100% lovable as you are right now with all your human flaws. Think again. Discover why changing your flaws doesn’t make you a more lovable, worthwhile human, and why your lovability is completely non-negotiable.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/141" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/141</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/141]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0f977d7b-c09f-4790-b412-adbe81116af3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Feb 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dbbdd2d1-02ef-4525-ae83-029664beef4c.mp3" length="11155953" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>141</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>141</podcast:episode></item><item><title>140. Are You Interested or Committed?</title><itunes:title>Are You Interested or Committed?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What’s that thing you keep telling yourself you would love to do, but don’t have time for or don’t know where to start? If you’ve spent a long time in this cycle, the truth is you might just be interested but not committed.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>If being committed is what you want, tune in as I dispel the mystery of what’s going on and show you how to generate 100% commitment.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/140" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/140</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What’s that thing you keep telling yourself you would love to do, but don’t have time for or don’t know where to start? If you’ve spent a long time in this cycle, the truth is you might just be interested but not committed.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>If being committed is what you want, tune in as I dispel the mystery of what’s going on and show you how to generate 100% commitment.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/140" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/140</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/140]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">39778dda-f0cb-4751-8216-047de9f409f1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/af92a2cf-2e2d-440c-bd3b-52ead34c83bd.mp3" length="18330922" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>140</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>140</podcast:episode></item><item><title>139. How to Worry Less</title><itunes:title>How to Worry Less</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As a human, worrying is an inevitable part of life. It can often make us feel like powerless victims, but it doesn’t have to be this way. I’ve developed a simple process that will help you navigate your worries in a new way, and I’m sharing the three steps with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/139" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/139</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As a human, worrying is an inevitable part of life. It can often make us feel like powerless victims, but it doesn’t have to be this way. I’ve developed a simple process that will help you navigate your worries in a new way, and I’m sharing the three steps with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/139" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/139</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/139]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9e921ab3-04b1-4686-9885-0afde345cf40</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ccc07a84-99e4-43e3-8512-251165317c90.mp3" length="16331913" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>139</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>139</podcast:episode></item><item><title>138. Unfair Fantasies</title><itunes:title>Unfair Fantasies</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This might be a hard pill to swallow, but know that I’m coming to you from a fierce belief that you can have the life you want, even if you haven’t given yourself permission to dream about it. And it starts right here, by not entertaining your unfair fantasies any longer.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/138" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/138</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This might be a hard pill to swallow, but know that I’m coming to you from a fierce belief that you can have the life you want, even if you haven’t given yourself permission to dream about it. And it starts right here, by not entertaining your unfair fantasies any longer.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/138" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/138</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/138]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1c8ddf19-ee0f-493a-b8e5-39563c24062a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/68955fe7-4961-4714-bd14-ccbaac0457eb.mp3" length="10861556" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>138</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>138</podcast:episode></item><item><title>137. Helping Others Deal With Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Pam Stoddard</title><itunes:title>Helping Others Deal With Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Pam Stoddard</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’re in those early acute days of grief or you’re further along on your journey, you want to listen in. Pam is sharing the struggles she experienced since her husband’s death, and the work she’s done to pursue a new career in coaching to help others in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/137" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/137</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’re in those early acute days of grief or you’re further along on your journey, you want to listen in. Pam is sharing the struggles she experienced since her husband’s death, and the work she’s done to pursue a new career in coaching to help others in grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/137" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/137</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/137]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">74998ca1-57fa-4211-bbaa-8134394c8cb8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f433c507-cb71-487b-815f-b6d069955068.mp3" length="36008866" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>42:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>137</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>137</podcast:episode></item><item><title>136. Creating Feelings On Purpose</title><itunes:title>Creating Feelings On Purpose</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>So many of us go through our lives believing feelings just happen to us. We think we have to wait for the inspiration to strike us at the right moment, but did you know you can actually create it on demand? I'm showing you how to create feelings on purpose because when you can do this, you can start to create the life of your dreams on purpose.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/136" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/136</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>So many of us go through our lives believing feelings just happen to us. We think we have to wait for the inspiration to strike us at the right moment, but did you know you can actually create it on demand? I'm showing you how to create feelings on purpose because when you can do this, you can start to create the life of your dreams on purpose.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/136" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/136</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/136]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4f0ff186-7b21-4493-93b7-53538e0bda93</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Jan 2022 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/997f2d58-fcce-4593-96cb-2edf62850777.mp3" length="18303489" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>136</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>136</podcast:episode></item><item><title>135. A Should-Free Year</title><itunes:title>A Should-Free Year</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’re like most people, you likely feel inclined to “should” all over yourself in the name of New Year’s resolutions. We believe our “should” thoughts will make us more lovable, but those thoughts are blocking you more than you can see right now. So, I’ve declared 2022 a should-free year, and on this episode, I’m inviting you to join me.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/135" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/135</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’re like most people, you likely feel inclined to “should” all over yourself in the name of New Year’s resolutions. We believe our “should” thoughts will make us more lovable, but those thoughts are blocking you more than you can see right now. So, I’ve declared 2022 a should-free year, and on this episode, I’m inviting you to join me.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/135" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/135</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/135]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d95eafc3-cd69-497d-9c26-7a8885e52fd7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f9ae354f-3097-483e-9add-58203c2044f5.mp3" length="8781375" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>10:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>135</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>135</podcast:episode></item><item><title>134. The Closure Myth</title><itunes:title>The Closure Myth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I hear so often from widows that they can’t move forward in their lives until they understand why or how their person died, and what exactly happened. But this is the closure myth, and I’m inviting you to see how you truly don’t need closure to live a life you love.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/134" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/134</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I hear so often from widows that they can’t move forward in their lives until they understand why or how their person died, and what exactly happened. But this is the closure myth, and I’m inviting you to see how you truly don’t need closure to live a life you love.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/134" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/134</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/134]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">84d9d2d7-be13-42bf-a61b-46b171bf0681</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/52c3f736-5b0e-401a-aa69-1198f1bb3120.mp3" length="16420414" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>134</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>134</podcast:episode></item><item><title>133. Difficult Family Members</title><itunes:title>Difficult Family Members</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The holidays are right around the corner, which often means spending more time with family members we might not love being around. But the best news is you can take back your power to choose exactly how you want to feel about them, and I’m sharing 10 practices you can use right now to begin making those shifts.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/133" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/133</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The holidays are right around the corner, which often means spending more time with family members we might not love being around. But the best news is you can take back your power to choose exactly how you want to feel about them, and I’m sharing 10 practices you can use right now to begin making those shifts.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/133" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/133</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/133]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a9e427c3-b820-4a61-83d6-f209ea839b91</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/357d8b84-9d1f-4a4d-8975-a21a5172f789.mp3" length="16147600" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>133</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>133</podcast:episode></item><item><title>132. Creating Opportunity From Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Debbie Sinagoga</title><itunes:title>Creating Opportunity From Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Debbie Sinagoga</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>While spinning in the numbing and buffering I think we can all relate to, Debbie experienced the destruction of her career and relationships along the way. But she’s since used her loss as an opportunity to work on loving herself, to redefine her life and her values, and she’s here to let us in on her journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/132" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/132</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>While spinning in the numbing and buffering I think we can all relate to, Debbie experienced the destruction of her career and relationships along the way. But she’s since used her loss as an opportunity to work on loving herself, to redefine her life and her values, and she’s here to let us in on her journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/132" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/132</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/132]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f82d9fca-1f92-4e5c-a976-014b7ea6c34f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/da4fcac7-7ac4-40fd-aa38-2658b30349ef.mp3" length="46888138" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>132</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>132</podcast:episode></item><item><title>131. Valid Reasons and Love as a Compass</title><itunes:title>Valid Reasons and Love as a Compass</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As we go into the holidays, many of us tend to get thrown into situations where we feel the need to justify whether or not our feelings are <em>valid</em>. But is validity a useful metric to go by? This week, I’m showing you how to use love as your compass instead of valid reasons, and why love will always get you closer to the life you really want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/131" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/131</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As we go into the holidays, many of us tend to get thrown into situations where we feel the need to justify whether or not our feelings are <em>valid</em>. But is validity a useful metric to go by? This week, I’m showing you how to use love as your compass instead of valid reasons, and why love will always get you closer to the life you really want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/131" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/131</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/131]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7ca4f619-a634-4b9a-8b8f-c2fc0bcc9813</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cd564e80-4e32-433a-8815-6cbe681d4995.mp3" length="11653347" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>131</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>131</podcast:episode></item><item><title>130. Trading Sadness for Regret</title><itunes:title>Trading Sadness for Regret</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It’s quite likely that if we allow ourselves to figure out how to dream and live fully again, we’re going to feel heartbreak and sadness. This is why so many of us don’t. But what you’re really doing is trading the possibility of <em>sadness</em> for the certainty of <em>regret</em>. So, would you rather leave it all out on the court, knowing you didn’t hold back, or continue believing life can’t get any better?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/130" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/130</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It’s quite likely that if we allow ourselves to figure out how to dream and live fully again, we’re going to feel heartbreak and sadness. This is why so many of us don’t. But what you’re really doing is trading the possibility of <em>sadness</em> for the certainty of <em>regret</em>. So, would you rather leave it all out on the court, knowing you didn’t hold back, or continue believing life can’t get any better?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/130" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/130</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/130]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d6c60961-ccbd-46e6-897b-006f7742d4ef</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4f57934d-9f50-4792-89f1-247a5684d4a8.mp3" length="11856309" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>130</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>130</podcast:episode></item><item><title>129. When You Don’t Feel Motivated</title><itunes:title>When You Don’t Feel Motivated</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>How often have you told yourself that you want to do something but you just don’t feel motivated? Wondering why you can’t seem to get yourself to do that thing can be frustrating and downright depressing. If this sounds familiar, listen in today for 7 things to consider when you don’t feel motivated.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/129" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/129</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How often have you told yourself that you want to do something but you just don’t feel motivated? Wondering why you can’t seem to get yourself to do that thing can be frustrating and downright depressing. If this sounds familiar, listen in today for 7 things to consider when you don’t feel motivated.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/129" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/129</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/129]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9be5a253-7caa-4e14-816a-e05cd4f7bb7d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/29a2fba7-a899-4ce3-82e4-ffe941a91b8d.mp3" length="23287080" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>129</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>129</podcast:episode></item><item><title>128. Why Do I Feel So Guilty?</title><itunes:title>Why Do I Feel So Guilty?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Do you wish you did things differently while you had the chance, or find yourself ruminating on ways you could have prevented your person’s death? Does this spark guilt in the pit of your stomach? I've been there. But you don’t need to act from this place of guilt, you can love your way through it, and I’m showing you how.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/128" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/128</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Do you wish you did things differently while you had the chance, or find yourself ruminating on ways you could have prevented your person’s death? Does this spark guilt in the pit of your stomach? I've been there. But you don’t need to act from this place of guilt, you can love your way through it, and I’m showing you how.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/128" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/128</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/128]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d2c04eef-7ab1-4921-bc6e-6383ab4e3df6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/34eb3fa3-4592-4597-998a-ff7be91bf227.mp3" length="25903028" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:50</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>128</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>128</podcast:episode></item><item><title>127. Becoming a Young Widow at Christmas: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Christina Sgambato</title><itunes:title>Becoming a Young Widow at Christmas: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Christina Sgambato</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>My client Christina is sharing her journey of navigating widowhood, what helped her begin to deal with her grief differently, and how her progress has led to her becoming a certified life coach. Christina’s grief journey is filled with bravery, strong decisions, and so much belief progression and I think you’re going to find her story incredibly relatable and inspiring.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/127" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/127</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My client Christina is sharing her journey of navigating widowhood, what helped her begin to deal with her grief differently, and how her progress has led to her becoming a certified life coach. Christina’s grief journey is filled with bravery, strong decisions, and so much belief progression and I think you’re going to find her story incredibly relatable and inspiring.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/127" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/127</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/127]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c51014f8-cf31-48eb-89e4-f16065bf80d3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Nov 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0328756f-5091-4e06-97fd-95d83053b4dc.mp3" length="39081243" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>127</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>127</podcast:episode></item><item><title>126. Why Lasts Sometimes Feel Harder Than Firsts</title><itunes:title>Why Lasts Sometimes Feel Harder Than Firsts</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>There’s a huge focus on surviving the firsts in grief culture. However, in my experience, the <em>lasts</em> are so much harder than the firsts. Just because the lasts are hard doesn’t mean you can’t go on to love your life, and this week, I’m reminding you that you can still create a future that’s even better than you can imagine despite them.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/126" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/126</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There’s a huge focus on surviving the firsts in grief culture. However, in my experience, the <em>lasts</em> are so much harder than the firsts. Just because the lasts are hard doesn’t mean you can’t go on to love your life, and this week, I’m reminding you that you can still create a future that’s even better than you can imagine despite them.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/126" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/126</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/126]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7c7834d6-720c-4aca-b0a0-71b445a973a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/eb50c98e-e45e-48dc-8157-194f61222948.mp3" length="12636396" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>126</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>126</podcast:episode></item><item><title>125. Who Are You Fighting For?</title><itunes:title>Who Are You Fighting For?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether we’re consciously aware of it or not, we’re always fighting for some version of ourselves. You might have resigned to a new normal you didn’t ask for, barely surviving. But you don’t have to stay here. On the other side, there’s an entirely different human experience filled with limitless possibilities where you could be truly thriving. The choice is yours, so who are you fighting for?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/125" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/125</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether we’re consciously aware of it or not, we’re always fighting for some version of ourselves. You might have resigned to a new normal you didn’t ask for, barely surviving. But you don’t have to stay here. On the other side, there’s an entirely different human experience filled with limitless possibilities where you could be truly thriving. The choice is yours, so who are you fighting for?</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/125" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/125</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/125]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">15dbca20-9bad-4b77-a4ab-075537cf15ee</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f5ab1199-6f1b-4e28-b001-343989b71b67.mp3" length="15625726" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>125</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>125</podcast:episode></item><item><title>124. Your Future is Your Property</title><itunes:title>Your Future is Your Property</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if you decided to believe that your future was your property? You can absolutely breathe your dreams into existence, but in order to do that, you need to believe you can. This is what I’m attempting to sell you on this week because I know it's 100% possible for you to have what you want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/124" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/124</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What if you decided to believe that your future was your property? You can absolutely breathe your dreams into existence, but in order to do that, you need to believe you can. This is what I’m attempting to sell you on this week because I know it's 100% possible for you to have what you want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/124" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/124</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/124]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f1d277b9-7292-4a45-8952-4790afd5669f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/669a3166-63e6-4b99-8f32-9a5183c387a6.mp3" length="14738140" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>124</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>124</podcast:episode></item><item><title>123. Solo Parenting While Grieving: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Kim Murray</title><itunes:title>Solo Parenting While Grieving: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Kim Murray</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>My former client and now mentor for widows, Kim Murray,&nbsp;lost her husband Mark in 2014 to glioblastoma, and she’s here to share her journey since becoming a widow and solo parent. If you ever feel like you’re trapped under an avalanche of overwhelm, convinced you’re never going to be okay again, Kim’s story will hopefully help you tackle each day with more grace for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/123" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/123</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My former client and now mentor for widows, Kim Murray,&nbsp;lost her husband Mark in 2014 to glioblastoma, and she’s here to share her journey since becoming a widow and solo parent. If you ever feel like you’re trapped under an avalanche of overwhelm, convinced you’re never going to be okay again, Kim’s story will hopefully help you tackle each day with more grace for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/123" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/123</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/123]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dfe220d8-7cf7-4ff4-8803-20f470514eb3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8af844af-602d-4b4c-9a86-506cbcf35910.mp3" length="52082737" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>123</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>123</podcast:episode></item><item><title>122. Upper Limit Problems</title><itunes:title>Upper Limit Problems</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Why is it that when something great happens, we find ourselves instantly worrying about losing it?&nbsp;Can you relate to finding moments of finally feeling happy again, and not being able to bask in it without your mind spinning out?</p><p> </p><p>Tune in to find out why this is an experience so many widows face and what you can do about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/122" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/122</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Why is it that when something great happens, we find ourselves instantly worrying about losing it?&nbsp;Can you relate to finding moments of finally feeling happy again, and not being able to bask in it without your mind spinning out?</p><p> </p><p>Tune in to find out why this is an experience so many widows face and what you can do about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/122" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/122</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/122]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7e119304-b4c4-41dd-833e-4ae35ee76915</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e599085e-0250-4c30-9a06-4ecad93a5a93.mp3" length="20593218" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>122</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>122</podcast:episode></item><item><title>121. Feelings About Feelings</title><itunes:title>Feelings About Feelings</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Discover what you can do when you start to notice you’re having feelings about your feelings. I’m showing you how to identify when you’re feeling uncomfortable emotions because of a feeling you have, and if it’s a pattern that isn’t serving you, I’m sharing how you can change it so you can create feelings more intentionally.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/121" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/121</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Discover what you can do when you start to notice you’re having feelings about your feelings. I’m showing you how to identify when you’re feeling uncomfortable emotions because of a feeling you have, and if it’s a pattern that isn’t serving you, I’m sharing how you can change it so you can create feelings more intentionally.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/121" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/121</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/121]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3bcaef7d-8cae-408f-99f8-0d7b0233a98c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b14019d7-0eb4-491e-94dc-286ee028faaa.mp3" length="15301700" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>121</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>121</podcast:episode></item><item><title>120. Self-Pity vs Self-Compassion</title><itunes:title>Self-Pity vs Self-Compassion</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I break down the differences between self-pity and self-compassion in terms of how they sound, how they feel, and what they look like, so you can make the conscious decision to be honest with yourself and choose what feels most aligned with the next chapter of life you want to live into.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/120" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/120</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I break down the differences between self-pity and self-compassion in terms of how they sound, how they feel, and what they look like, so you can make the conscious decision to be honest with yourself and choose what feels most aligned with the next chapter of life you want to live into.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/120" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/120</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/120]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">30376a45-beeb-414a-8a27-9df0c3fb8e27</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4694399b-9b64-4ed3-a3a0-1f0e4e066b53.mp3" length="11718070" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:57</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>120</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>120</podcast:episode></item><item><title>119. Style and Grief: An Interview with Judith Gaton</title><itunes:title>Style and Grief: An Interview with Judith Gaton</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Judith and I are discussing the misconceptions around what style means, and where you can get started on your journey to begin up-leveling your day-to-day experience. Judith is here to drop some truth bombs about style rules you might be holding on to, and how style is an amazing way to discover who you are again, to fully live and love the next chapter of your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/119" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/119</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Judith and I are discussing the misconceptions around what style means, and where you can get started on your journey to begin up-leveling your day-to-day experience. Judith is here to drop some truth bombs about style rules you might be holding on to, and how style is an amazing way to discover who you are again, to fully live and love the next chapter of your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/119" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/119</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/119]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c1c7d1df-0de3-46d7-8738-27f4f50f67f3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4faeb46b-e8a2-4111-8a97-c63242bfc7e3.mp3" length="47630867" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>56:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>119</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>119</podcast:episode></item><item><title>118. Sliding Backward in Grief</title><itunes:title>Sliding Backward in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I'm showing you why there is no such thing as sliding backward in your grief, and why thinking this doesn’t serve us. I’m sharing the big misconceptions about grief that we have to let go of, and I’m offering some loving answers to be ready with when your brain wants to tell you that you’re sliding backward.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/118" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/118</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I'm showing you why there is no such thing as sliding backward in your grief, and why thinking this doesn’t serve us. I’m sharing the big misconceptions about grief that we have to let go of, and I’m offering some loving answers to be ready with when your brain wants to tell you that you’re sliding backward.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/118" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/118</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/118]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">af1e8e26-2710-4402-bf73-e305ebe3a8be</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1b9a8654-02be-4c91-854b-d7230ce56f56.mp3" length="14066685" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:45</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>118</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>118</podcast:episode></item><item><title>117. The Healing Power of Art: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Linda Shanti McCabe</title><itunes:title>The Healing Power of Art: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Linda Shanti McCabe</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>We're diving into Linda's experience of grief and how art played a healing role on her journey. She’s sharing her biggest takeaways from the coaching work we’ve done together, and she’s also giving us her unique take on the differences between coaching and therapy as a clinical psychologist.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/117" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/117</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We're diving into Linda's experience of grief and how art played a healing role on her journey. She’s sharing her biggest takeaways from the coaching work we’ve done together, and she’s also giving us her unique take on the differences between coaching and therapy as a clinical psychologist.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/117" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/117</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/117]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7fa05c64-55ee-44dd-8b6b-f9ba961deba5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/91d8e84b-246f-4f42-8a97-74234ebb8769.mp3" length="42524433" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>117</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>117</podcast:episode></item><item><title>116. Imperfect Action Until</title><itunes:title>Imperfect Action Until</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you feel stuck in not knowing what your purpose is, or you can’t figure out how to be happy again, I hear you. You’re going to discover how you might currently be thinking about accomplishing a goal in the wrong way, what imperfect action until means, and how it’s going to help you go after your calling.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/116" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/116</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you feel stuck in not knowing what your purpose is, or you can’t figure out how to be happy again, I hear you. You’re going to discover how you might currently be thinking about accomplishing a goal in the wrong way, what imperfect action until means, and how it’s going to help you go after your calling.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/116" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/116</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/116]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d8c8dad7-576d-4a85-a5e3-519c7dff40a9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/05a7fa65-302f-4ace-982f-49673919121e.mp3" length="22014386" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>116</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>116</podcast:episode></item><item><title>115. Returning to Work</title><itunes:title>Returning to Work</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’ve decided to go back to work or you’re unsure whether you want to, we’re tackling it all on today’s podcast. I’m sharing the common pitfalls I often see, why making this choice with intention and concrete reasoning is so important, and my best tips and suggestions for supporting yourself through whatever decision you land on.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/115" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/115</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you’ve decided to go back to work or you’re unsure whether you want to, we’re tackling it all on today’s podcast. I’m sharing the common pitfalls I often see, why making this choice with intention and concrete reasoning is so important, and my best tips and suggestions for supporting yourself through whatever decision you land on.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/115" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/115</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/115]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">135a40d0-793e-4b8a-a081-c7b75e57a674</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c4d4d57c-f3ff-4d5a-9896-ec4768fc71ce.mp3" length="22051318" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>115</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>115</podcast:episode></item><item><title>114. Making Money with Stacey Boehman</title><itunes:title>Making Money with Stacey Boehman</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you have stories about your financial picture right now that are keeping you stuck or feeling resentful, listen in. Stacey is sharing her journey from debt to making multiple millions, her top tips for creating the kind of money you want, as well as the thought errors so many of us have about money that keep us from moving towards more of it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/114" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/114</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you have stories about your financial picture right now that are keeping you stuck or feeling resentful, listen in. Stacey is sharing her journey from debt to making multiple millions, her top tips for creating the kind of money you want, as well as the thought errors so many of us have about money that keep us from moving towards more of it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/114" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/114</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/114]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">37db91e3-7845-4632-9c5d-a3ac61bea1cd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Aug 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5345ef00-eb15-4a72-b8cf-166653f10d64.mp3" length="49034099" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>114</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>114</podcast:episode></item><item><title>113. Disenfranchised Grief</title><itunes:title>Disenfranchised Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you or someone you know is having an experience where you don’t feel like you have the right or capacity to grieve a loss, listen in. This is not a small or simple subject, but I hope that by sharing some examples, including one from my own life, you’ll discover a new way to support yourself better.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/113" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/113</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you or someone you know is having an experience where you don’t feel like you have the right or capacity to grieve a loss, listen in. This is not a small or simple subject, but I hope that by sharing some examples, including one from my own life, you’ll discover a new way to support yourself better.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/113" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/113</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/113]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d46d8d71-8d9f-4a71-9849-07393707547b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/df4fd28d-6d6e-46d2-97e7-1e5770299c3a.mp3" length="17131002" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>113</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>113</podcast:episode></item><item><title>112. Listener Q&amp;A</title><itunes:title>Listener Q&amp;A</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I'm addressing some common questions that I know widows struggle with. Find out some of my favorite ways to process emotions, how to move through feelings of regret, what to ask yourself if you feel like a part of your soul will always be missing, and how to process feeling like you’ve been denied a life you envisioned.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/112" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/112</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I'm addressing some common questions that I know widows struggle with. Find out some of my favorite ways to process emotions, how to move through feelings of regret, what to ask yourself if you feel like a part of your soul will always be missing, and how to process feeling like you’ve been denied a life you envisioned.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/112" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/112</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/112]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">284094ea-256f-4dae-a3f7-7781ab73fdc4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aac4d4a0-777d-42b3-bf9a-9ac8a992ae63.mp3" length="14725689" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>112</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>112</podcast:episode></item><item><title>111. Relief in Grief</title><itunes:title>Relief in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Whether you feel relief because your partner was suffering, or because you were in a caretaking role that was extremely hard on you, or even because your relationship wasn’t all roses while they were alive, listen in. Feeling relieved doesn’t have to necessitate guilt and shame, and this week, I’m showing you what I know it actually means about you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/111" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/111</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Whether you feel relief because your partner was suffering, or because you were in a caretaking role that was extremely hard on you, or even because your relationship wasn’t all roses while they were alive, listen in. Feeling relieved doesn’t have to necessitate guilt and shame, and this week, I’m showing you what I know it actually means about you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/111" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/111</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/111]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4d1d55ca-8a90-4a16-8fff-f103f0e8db6c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/eac220b6-7beb-447f-902c-f034b35ca6c7.mp3" length="11210812" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>111</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>111</podcast:episode></item><item><title>110. The Limits of Hope</title><itunes:title>The Limits of Hope</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Even though I’ve always believed in the value of hope, it’s not always the fuel we need. My wish for you as you listen in today is to think about the role of hope in your life right now and decide how it serves you, when you want to use it, and when you don’t.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/110" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/110</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Even though I’ve always believed in the value of hope, it’s not always the fuel we need. My wish for you as you listen in today is to think about the role of hope in your life right now and decide how it serves you, when you want to use it, and when you don’t.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/110" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/110</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/110]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a1d62217-ef2a-4d4b-9b32-3a376a6e5f42</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jul 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f8f1488f-fb8b-47b6-8a09-9a3a9b9877a5.mp3" length="16451136" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>110</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>110</podcast:episode></item><item><title>109. Getting Back Out There</title><itunes:title>Getting Back Out There</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The secret to getting back out into the real world after months of COVID hibernation. I’m sharing the concerns I hear from my clients around venturing out again, and how to put these fears and anxieties into perspective if you’re experiencing them too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/109" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/109</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The secret to getting back out into the real world after months of COVID hibernation. I’m sharing the concerns I hear from my clients around venturing out again, and how to put these fears and anxieties into perspective if you’re experiencing them too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/109" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/109</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/109]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">020ebe17-944f-44d2-a588-f39d9597085b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b6e0fece-75ac-440b-805e-ffa4c2263197.mp3" length="11631391" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>109</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>109</podcast:episode></item><item><title>108. Being Both Parents</title><itunes:title>Being Both Parents</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>If you’re currently telling yourself that you have to <em>be both parents</em> to compensate for the other person’s strengths, I want to let you know that this line of thinking is completely optional. We can put almost anything behind <em>“the other parent was __ and I’m not,”</em> but I’m offering you 4 alternative thoughts instead that hopefully show you that you get to choose how you want to see your role as a solo parent.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/108" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/108</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you’re currently telling yourself that you have to <em>be both parents</em> to compensate for the other person’s strengths, I want to let you know that this line of thinking is completely optional. We can put almost anything behind <em>“the other parent was __ and I’m not,”</em> but I’m offering you 4 alternative thoughts instead that hopefully show you that you get to choose how you want to see your role as a solo parent.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/108" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/108</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/108]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f647f6d6-24bf-4de5-b9da-1dc6295e0e93</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0d90fd42-454a-41ce-8852-c78bdd191795.mp3" length="14120079" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>108</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>108</podcast:episode></item><item><title>107. How to Know if You’re Ready for Coaching</title><itunes:title>How to Know if You’re Ready for Coaching</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I'm clearing some things up about coaching that might be stopping you from reaching out for support, or on the flip side, to help solidify your doubt and inkling that you might not be quite ready yet. I’m debunking 2 myths about coaching that people have, and showing you the power coaching can have if you’re in a place where it would be a good fit.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/107" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/107</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I'm clearing some things up about coaching that might be stopping you from reaching out for support, or on the flip side, to help solidify your doubt and inkling that you might not be quite ready yet. I’m debunking 2 myths about coaching that people have, and showing you the power coaching can have if you’re in a place where it would be a good fit.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/107" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/107</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/107]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f4dba953-80e0-449e-8612-0e42345a43d4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/862f6fbc-516a-4b3d-a4c2-a7f7d7c7fe8f.mp3" length="27276307" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>107</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>107</podcast:episode></item><item><title>106. Being the Third Wheel</title><itunes:title>Being the Third Wheel</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Discover 3 ways believing you’re the third wheel is simply not useful, and 3 suggestions for how to deal with a situation like this. Widowhood is a hard enough experience as it is, without adding on thoughts that lead to us feeling more isolated and disconnected when all we truly want in that moment is to feel connected to those we love.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/106" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/106</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Discover 3 ways believing you’re the third wheel is simply not useful, and 3 suggestions for how to deal with a situation like this. Widowhood is a hard enough experience as it is, without adding on thoughts that lead to us feeling more isolated and disconnected when all we truly want in that moment is to feel connected to those we love.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/106" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/106</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/106]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d862ace0-cad1-47f6-a282-9dc49aa1929f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jun 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/591899b9-676c-48aa-ae76-0447ee12e688.mp3" length="21040128" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>106</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>106</podcast:episode></item><item><title>105. Grief Grenades</title><itunes:title>Grief Grenades</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maybe it’s a song on the radio, or driving past the hospital, but suddenly, you’re caught off guard and you instantly feel a hit of grief in your body. I’m sharing 3 practical strategies to help you calm yourself and navigate your grief grenades with the utmost love and compassion for yourself in those moments.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/105" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/105</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maybe it’s a song on the radio, or driving past the hospital, but suddenly, you’re caught off guard and you instantly feel a hit of grief in your body. I’m sharing 3 practical strategies to help you calm yourself and navigate your grief grenades with the utmost love and compassion for yourself in those moments.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/105" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/105</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/105]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a4142c4a-f7e0-41f7-996a-28b4d32d7c3c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 31 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/34f036b6-9020-4869-a3e2-dccc6a692927.mp3" length="13198475" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>105</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>105</podcast:episode></item><item><title>104. This Is the Part Where…</title><itunes:title>This Is the Part Where…</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I’m sharing a simple but powerful tool that will help you put those moments where life falls short of our expectations into perspective, and allow you to move through them with more peace and less suffering. This technique has made a huge difference in my life, and I can’t wait for you to start using it in yours.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/104" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/104</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I’m sharing a simple but powerful tool that will help you put those moments where life falls short of our expectations into perspective, and allow you to move through them with more peace and less suffering. This technique has made a huge difference in my life, and I can’t wait for you to start using it in yours.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/104" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/104</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/104]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">73d96505-2036-41b1-9ef6-15e1808d1db4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9425a689-e8ba-4f18-80b5-f0eb8c1fb206.mp3" length="17567307" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>104</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>104</podcast:episode></item><item><title>103. Feeling Isolated in Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Suzanne Denigris</title><itunes:title>Feeling Isolated in Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Suzanne Denigris</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>None of us want to talk about the things that weren’t so amazing in our relationships, or the guilt or shame we may have felt, and this is exactly why I love Suzanne so much. She always shows up in our community ready to share the realness of what’s going on for her, and after listening to her journey so far, I think you’ll come out on the other side knowing you’re most definitely not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/103" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/103</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>None of us want to talk about the things that weren’t so amazing in our relationships, or the guilt or shame we may have felt, and this is exactly why I love Suzanne so much. She always shows up in our community ready to share the realness of what’s going on for her, and after listening to her journey so far, I think you’ll come out on the other side knowing you’re most definitely not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/103" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/103</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/103]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">75817245-b13c-4f31-bb17-67864ac27179</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f4a5a93c-59a0-49d4-9904-ad8f0f61725b.mp3" length="49304408" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>58:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>103</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>103</podcast:episode></item><item><title>102. Sex and Widowhood - Part 2: Worries and Fears</title><itunes:title>Sex and Widowhood - Part 2: Worries and Fears</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Are you ready to become the boss of your sex life? I’m breaking down how to do so by first addressing 3 of the top worries about the act of sex, 6 fears we have about what will happen during sex, and how to handle all of it with grace and compassion for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/102" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/102</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you ready to become the boss of your sex life? I’m breaking down how to do so by first addressing 3 of the top worries about the act of sex, 6 fears we have about what will happen during sex, and how to handle all of it with grace and compassion for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/102" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/102</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/102]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f09e2f2c-64be-45e6-80c0-f7a2503fa7d3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d0cc6ac3-6764-4a49-9eca-cf01a4a3f9f2.mp3" length="19717364" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>102</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>102</podcast:episode></item><item><title>101. Sex and Widowhood - Part 1</title><itunes:title>Sex and Widowhood - Part 1</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I’m sharing and debunking 8 myths about sex in widowhood. My goal is to show you that these myths are all completely optional, and I’m inviting you to listen in, form your own opinions, and create your own timelines for when sex might be right for you. I’m also turning this subject into a mini-series to answer all of your questions and worries.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/101" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/101</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I’m sharing and debunking 8 myths about sex in widowhood. My goal is to show you that these myths are all completely optional, and I’m inviting you to listen in, form your own opinions, and create your own timelines for when sex might be right for you. I’m also turning this subject into a mini-series to answer all of your questions and worries.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/101" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/101</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/101]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5d34e88c-102d-4ef0-b59d-287aa0061a0e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 May 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9fec7bab-c83d-42ea-a1a8-99c4542855d6.mp3" length="15482008" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>101</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>101</podcast:episode></item><item><title>100. Thought-Colored Glasses</title><itunes:title>Thought-Colored Glasses</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to discover how our whole human experience is determined by the thought-colored glasses we put on and leave on. I’m sharing the top 5 thoughts I see over and over again in my clients, so you can decide to take them off if you think doing so would allow you to actually start loving your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/100</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to discover how our whole human experience is determined by the thought-colored glasses we put on and leave on. I’m sharing the top 5 thoughts I see over and over again in my clients, so you can decide to take them off if you think doing so would allow you to actually start loving your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/100" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/100</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/100]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2dbe7624-0c55-4473-820f-418da6156437</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e81ac684-5ab4-4333-ae35-16dce9b9927d.mp3" length="19025776" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>100</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>100</podcast:episode></item><item><title>99. Creating a Life You Love After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Leann Patrick</title><itunes:title>Creating a Life You Love After Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Leann Patrick</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week where I invite you to see if you can find something in Leann’s story that resonates with you and what you’re going through. Leann is sharing how she has had to transform so much about her life since losing her husband, and how she has built a life she truly loves, learning to help the people in her life by helping herself first.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/99" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/99</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week where I invite you to see if you can find something in Leann’s story that resonates with you and what you’re going through. Leann is sharing how she has had to transform so much about her life since losing her husband, and how she has built a life she truly loves, learning to help the people in her life by helping herself first.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/99" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/99</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/99]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eb776f04-59c9-4968-8eb3-8ae2059e0cfd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e43e1886-7a2d-4319-a595-e00715412856.mp3" length="31861671" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>37:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>99</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>99</podcast:episode></item><item><title>98. Money Fears</title><itunes:title>Money Fears</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in this week as I show you how it’s possible for you to rewrite your money story. You don’t have to believe the stories and limits you’ve got running on autopilot right now, so I’m sharing the 3 things you need to know to turn your financial ship around and how you can intentionally curate a relationship with money that feels abundant and secure.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/98" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/98</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Listen in this week as I show you how it’s possible for you to rewrite your money story. You don’t have to believe the stories and limits you’ve got running on autopilot right now, so I’m sharing the 3 things you need to know to turn your financial ship around and how you can intentionally curate a relationship with money that feels abundant and secure.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/98" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/98</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/98]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d93c7979-497d-4388-a9a8-bd5e6a90dd9f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8300ec6c-ef7d-432d-a4c7-ff9c2857515a.mp3" length="31959614" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>38:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>98</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>98</podcast:episode></item><item><title>97. When It Was Suicide</title><itunes:title>When It Was Suicide</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I share and debunk 6 common myths about suicide that are extremely troublesome for the women I serve. I may not be able to take away your pain, but my deepest wish is to alleviate some of your suffering by letting you know that you are heard and you are not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/97" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/97</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I share and debunk 6 common myths about suicide that are extremely troublesome for the women I serve. I may not be able to take away your pain, but my deepest wish is to alleviate some of your suffering by letting you know that you are heard and you are not alone.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/97" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/97</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/97]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">edccff39-4cfe-42bc-a271-cdbef4a96e54</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Apr 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9e0f57ee-eb18-4edb-bdc7-16517c60e82f.mp3" length="18573748" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>97</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>97</podcast:episode></item><item><title>96. When Boundaries Aren’t Working</title><itunes:title>When Boundaries Aren’t Working</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why your attempts to set boundaries seem to be falling on deaf ears. I’m sharing where I see my clients getting boundaries confused for something else, and what you can do to guarantee that this isn’t a problem in your relationships moving forward.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/96" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/96</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why your attempts to set boundaries seem to be falling on deaf ears. I’m sharing where I see my clients getting boundaries confused for something else, and what you can do to guarantee that this isn’t a problem in your relationships moving forward.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/96" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/96</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/96]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f41f6c43-dbc7-4e31-a3f4-d857e2cb7559</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/745e58e6-f7af-466b-9b6c-747add74a645.mp3" length="21615406" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>96</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>96</podcast:episode></item><item><title>95. Playing the Widow Card</title><itunes:title>Playing the Widow Card</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover how to use your widow card, if you want to, in a way that empowers you and allows you to make decisions in your own best interest. You never need an excuse after what you’ve been through, but I’m sharing how to get crystal clear on your reasons for playing the widow card, so you can start using it in a way that really serves you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/95" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/95</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover how to use your widow card, if you want to, in a way that empowers you and allows you to make decisions in your own best interest. You never need an excuse after what you’ve been through, but I’m sharing how to get crystal clear on your reasons for playing the widow card, so you can start using it in a way that really serves you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/95" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/95</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/95]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">26ec3d4b-a170-421f-a1b3-af071cb57c21</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/77a20cf7-080d-4667-90cc-80922758cda3.mp3" length="17928631" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>95</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>95</podcast:episode></item><item><title>94. When You Don’t Know How</title><itunes:title>When You Don’t Know How</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover what’s going on in your brain when you tell yourself you don’t know how. I’m sharing my experiences in this area, where I see it coming up for my clients, and most importantly what you can do to create a situation where you already know the how-to every time.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/94" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/94</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover what’s going on in your brain when you tell yourself you don’t know how. I’m sharing my experiences in this area, where I see it coming up for my clients, and most importantly what you can do to create a situation where you already know the how-to every time.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/94" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/94</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/94]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5100d172-724f-4515-8a75-c42fafb83cb9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Mar 2021 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1bc4c4ec-7942-4ff1-a0c7-0ad9ec098492.mp3" length="17828062" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>94</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>94</podcast:episode></item><item><title>93. Take the Damn Trip: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Bevin Farrand</title><itunes:title>Take the Damn Trip: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Bevin Farrand</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join us this week to listen in as Bevin graciously shares her story with us and how she’s emulating what I know is possible for you: that you too can fully realize your dreams even after your person is gone, and that you don’t have to resign yourself to a life you don’t really want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/93" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/93</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us this week to listen in as Bevin graciously shares her story with us and how she’s emulating what I know is possible for you: that you too can fully realize your dreams even after your person is gone, and that you don’t have to resign yourself to a life you don’t really want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/93" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/93</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/93]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d69475e7-3915-40f4-91d7-2d4cdec68811</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/613cb4b2-27d6-4e5e-9adc-0b39f98e2d60.mp3" length="46877517" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>55:48</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>93</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>93</podcast:episode></item><item><title>92. Dating When Kids Don’t Approve</title><itunes:title>Dating When Kids Don’t Approve</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss my thoughts on what you should do when you’re ready to date, but your kids don’t approve. I’m sharing how to make the decision that is right for you about whether or not you should start dating again, and walking you through how to make peace with the fact that there is no perfect way to approach this difficult topic.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/92" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/92</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss my thoughts on what you should do when you’re ready to date, but your kids don’t approve. I’m sharing how to make the decision that is right for you about whether or not you should start dating again, and walking you through how to make peace with the fact that there is no perfect way to approach this difficult topic.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/92" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/92</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/92]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">47444fd0-b7b3-4a92-8328-65fbc0882a76</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cdbdd6ec-60ba-4b35-9687-b9563d084867.mp3" length="14653302" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>92</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>92</podcast:episode></item><item><title>91. Drinking Less: An Interview with Dr. Sherry Price</title><itunes:title>Drinking Less: An Interview with Dr. Sherry Price</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as Sherry and I discuss what holds so many people back from seeking help when they know they’re not happy about how much alcohol they are consuming. You’ll discover why some of the classic approaches to cutting back aren’t as helpful as you might think, and what your options are if you know it’s time to change your relationship with alcohol.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/91" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/91</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as Sherry and I discuss what holds so many people back from seeking help when they know they’re not happy about how much alcohol they are consuming. You’ll discover why some of the classic approaches to cutting back aren’t as helpful as you might think, and what your options are if you know it’s time to change your relationship with alcohol.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/91" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/91</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/91]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0d559b04-95dc-412d-a745-53beabe7eb3e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/00679b3c-3770-4df5-b7b7-6ae2e2ec3b65.mp3" length="38482898" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>45:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>91</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>91</podcast:episode></item><item><title>90. Moving On, Through, or Forward</title><itunes:title>Moving On, Through, or Forward</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I outline the three reasons you might be struggling to move on, through, or forward. The truth is that there is no end destination to grief, and it may well be with you forever, but that doesn’t have to be bad news. I’m showing you why the things that are holding you back now are not actually necessary like you might think, and how to start giving yourself permission to live the way you want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/90" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/90</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I outline the three reasons you might be struggling to move on, through, or forward. The truth is that there is no end destination to grief, and it may well be with you forever, but that doesn’t have to be bad news. I’m showing you why the things that are holding you back now are not actually necessary like you might think, and how to start giving yourself permission to live the way you want.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/90" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/90</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/90]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0242b431-b11f-4dd5-bbc8-51fe584c071f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cc0d4f6d-04f1-4c90-9e2d-046a7036468c.mp3" length="16437988" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>90</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>90</podcast:episode></item><item><title>89. Happiness and Gap vs. Gain</title><itunes:title>Happiness and Gap vs. Gain</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on this week’s episode to discover why we naturally want to measure our progress based on the <em>gap</em>, and how to instead measure your success based only on the <em>gain</em>. I’m sharing where I have done this in my life, how to see it in your own thinking, and how this process will make every day that passes that little bit more rewarding.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/89" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/89</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on this week’s episode to discover why we naturally want to measure our progress based on the <em>gap</em>, and how to instead measure your success based only on the <em>gain</em>. I’m sharing where I have done this in my life, how to see it in your own thinking, and how this process will make every day that passes that little bit more rewarding.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/89" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/89</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/89]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">429692f1-53ad-4ece-bdc3-b0acdbc8fc28</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e894a272-1639-4b40-850a-b5f71fef32de.mp3" length="28178509" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>89</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>89</podcast:episode></item><item><title>88. How to Love Your Life Without Changing It</title><itunes:title>How to Love Your Life Without Changing It</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in today to discover why so many of us believe the only solution to love our lives is to live differently or to be different. Believing your life didn’t turn out as expected and that it’s a problem will keep you trapped in a cycle of feeling terrible, but I guarantee there is another way, even if you’re skeptical, and I’m sharing it with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/88" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/88</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Listen in today to discover why so many of us believe the only solution to love our lives is to live differently or to be different. Believing your life didn’t turn out as expected and that it’s a problem will keep you trapped in a cycle of feeling terrible, but I guarantee there is another way, even if you’re skeptical, and I’m sharing it with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/88" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/88</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/88]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c2e9402b-5c89-450f-9796-c1dcf7122243</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4caff8b4-33e9-4e47-9bfa-3445dd6f0a77.mp3" length="12578615" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>14:58</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>88</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>88</podcast:episode></item><item><title>87. What is EFT Tapping? An Interview with Jessica Ortner</title><itunes:title>What is EFT Tapping? An Interview with Jessica Ortner</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for a discussion with Jessica Ortner about what tapping is, and how it could change your life in the same way it has for both of us. We’re discussing Jessica’s own journey in using Emotional Freedom Technique to deal with her stress and her experience of sharing tapping with other people who need it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/87" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/87</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for a discussion with Jessica Ortner about what tapping is, and how it could change your life in the same way it has for both of us. We’re discussing Jessica’s own journey in using Emotional Freedom Technique to deal with her stress and her experience of sharing tapping with other people who need it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/87" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/87</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/87]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6c94313f-8d60-45c9-80b2-f68cc15c8ddf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8c867dc9-4a2e-4d45-82dd-03c7e5acbfe6.mp3" length="37579954" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>44:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>87</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>87</podcast:episode></item><item><title>86. Negativity Bias and Grief</title><itunes:title>Negativity Bias and Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover the three ways negativity bias impacts your experience of grief, and what you can do to start proactively combatting your brain’s tendency to do this. While this trait was extremely valuable to us at one point in time, bringing awareness to it and learning to retrain your brain is going to help you truly enjoy the next chapter of your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/86" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/86</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover the three ways negativity bias impacts your experience of grief, and what you can do to start proactively combatting your brain’s tendency to do this. While this trait was extremely valuable to us at one point in time, bringing awareness to it and learning to retrain your brain is going to help you truly enjoy the next chapter of your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/86" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/86</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/86]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8af0ffb0-3afa-4466-854b-f9bc468ccf47</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/077df592-087e-432e-b0d9-6d30679414cc.mp3" length="25636428" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>86</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>86</podcast:episode></item><item><title>85. New Widows, Start Here</title><itunes:title>New Widows, Start Here</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This is the episode I wish I had when I was a new widow. As someone who knows what it’s like to be new to grief, and wanted to consume more information about it but simply didn’t have the capacity to, here is a list of a few things I wish I knew, from one widow to another, that I hope gives you resolve and hope.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/85" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/85</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is the episode I wish I had when I was a new widow. As someone who knows what it’s like to be new to grief, and wanted to consume more information about it but simply didn’t have the capacity to, here is a list of a few things I wish I knew, from one widow to another, that I hope gives you resolve and hope.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/85" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/85</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/85]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bc92007c-afb2-4122-94ca-f6a760727685</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/811276f4-28a0-47da-ba1e-eb717e436915.mp3" length="18946780" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>85</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>85</podcast:episode></item><item><title>84. Goal Traps</title><itunes:title>Goal Traps</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover the three biggest goal traps that I see people falling into, especially during a time like this when we feel some pressure to change things. I’m sharing what might be wrong with the goals you’ve chosen for yourself, and how you can decide what you want for your life from a place where you’re more likely to create real, lasting, positive moves in 2021.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/84" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/84</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover the three biggest goal traps that I see people falling into, especially during a time like this when we feel some pressure to change things. I’m sharing what might be wrong with the goals you’ve chosen for yourself, and how you can decide what you want for your life from a place where you’re more likely to create real, lasting, positive moves in 2021.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/84" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/84</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/84]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6479bbf6-58c9-4710-8e7d-8d4e477f12c4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f5338138-4fb8-4622-bb15-4db4658cca13.mp3" length="31241821" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>84</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>84</podcast:episode></item><item><title>83. A Different Perspective on Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Suzanne Gibbs</title><itunes:title>A Different Perspective on Widowhood: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Suzanne Gibbs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week for a slightly different perspective on the Widowed Mom experience from one of my coaching clients. Suzanne is sharing her experience of getting coached on her grief several years after her husband’s passing, what she’s learned, and what she believes every widow should know about grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/83" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/83</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week for a slightly different perspective on the Widowed Mom experience from one of my coaching clients. Suzanne is sharing her experience of getting coached on her grief several years after her husband’s passing, what she’s learned, and what she believes every widow should know about grief.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/83" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/83</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/83]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">243a100b-1421-4b93-bab0-a45479251855</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b5e1a8a7-a0de-495c-991b-f27c06d99536.mp3" length="40593466" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>83</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>83</podcast:episode></item><item><title>82. When You Feel Like a Failure</title><itunes:title>When You Feel Like a Failure</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why, contrary to what your brain is telling you, you are <em>not</em> a failure. I’m sharing why this thought crosses our minds so often, how I see it show up for my clients, and how to take this false pressure of believing you are a failure off of yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/82" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/82</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why, contrary to what your brain is telling you, you are <em>not</em> a failure. I’m sharing why this thought crosses our minds so often, how I see it show up for my clients, and how to take this false pressure of believing you are a failure off of yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/82" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/82</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/82]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">647daa65-3ded-4fc4-a27b-a6342eb5e752</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/78a6f416-b220-4349-b2c1-688b58956af7.mp3" length="13853482" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>82</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>82</podcast:episode></item><item><title>81. Therapy vs. Life Coaching with Sandy Arguello</title><itunes:title>Therapy vs. Life Coaching with Sandy Arguello</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join us on the podcast this week as Sandy generously shares her insights on the differences between life coaching and therapy, and how to identify which one you might need. There aren’t necessarily any right or wrong answers here, but I hope that by sharing this conversation, this episode sheds some light on how to know what is best for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/81" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/81</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us on the podcast this week as Sandy generously shares her insights on the differences between life coaching and therapy, and how to identify which one you might need. There aren’t necessarily any right or wrong answers here, but I hope that by sharing this conversation, this episode sheds some light on how to know what is best for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/81" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/81</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/81]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">89ac3455-8bfe-40d8-b50b-155f05dc7c5b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/45e8a295-7219-4f45-bd0b-bbce22eab7f3.mp3" length="36474026" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>43:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>81</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>81</podcast:episode></item><item><title>80. Feelings Aren’t Problems</title><itunes:title>Feelings Aren’t Problems</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover why your feelings are not problems, and how to handle your current feelings in a more productive way. We're sharing five common myths around feelings that often just pile on the uncomfortable experience, and we’re going into why all feelings matter, no matter whether they’re “positive” or “negative.”</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/80" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/80</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover why your feelings are not problems, and how to handle your current feelings in a more productive way. We're sharing five common myths around feelings that often just pile on the uncomfortable experience, and we’re going into why all feelings matter, no matter whether they’re “positive” or “negative.”</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/80" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/80</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/80]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">061551c8-5cf7-45c9-89aa-20409fa5bd32</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Dec 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9ecec3af-6308-4b3e-bc13-85b8e134de2c.mp3" length="62379011" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>80</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>80</podcast:episode></item><item><title>79. Tiny Books for Widows: An Interview with Author Brooke Adams Law</title><itunes:title>Tiny Books for Widows: An Interview with Author Brooke Adams Law</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join Brooke and I this week as she tells us all about tiny books and the process involved with creating one. Her deep insights and copious ideas around this topic have definitely got me thinking about writing one myself, and I hope you walk away from this conversation inspired to maybe create one of your own too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/79" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/79</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join Brooke and I this week as she tells us all about tiny books and the process involved with creating one. Her deep insights and copious ideas around this topic have definitely got me thinking about writing one myself, and I hope you walk away from this conversation inspired to maybe create one of your own too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/79" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/79</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/79]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e510cf21-4bbf-4fdc-b5b1-29b8c1613cb7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b0daa37-0106-4465-95c7-400f20c2ee37.mp3" length="34190525" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>40:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>79</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>79</podcast:episode></item><item><title>78. Holiday Drama</title><itunes:title>Holiday Drama</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why whether you experience drama or not is completely up to you. I’m sharing what you can do to reframe the ways people interact with you that you might have found upsetting in the past, and how you can actually look forward to this time of the year, regardless of how miserable it made you last time around.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/78" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/78</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why whether you experience drama or not is completely up to you. I’m sharing what you can do to reframe the ways people interact with you that you might have found upsetting in the past, and how you can actually look forward to this time of the year, regardless of how miserable it made you last time around.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/78" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/78</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/78]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b4797e5d-9a3f-4bf4-96e0-f1644e02f35e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/eaf2bd8f-0b2f-4ec7-995b-d5fb3217b83a.mp3" length="17206702" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>78</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>78</podcast:episode></item><item><title>77. Coping With Grief as a New Widow: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Brandy Faker</title><itunes:title>Coping With Grief as a New Widow: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Brandy Faker</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join us this week as Brandy and I dig into her experience of grief and how she’s come to cope with it. It has been such an honor to work with her and so much fun to watch her complete transformation. I can’t wait for you to listen in and be inspired by all the work she’s done on herself and to know that it’s possible for you too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/77" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/77</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join us this week as Brandy and I dig into her experience of grief and how she’s come to cope with it. It has been such an honor to work with her and so much fun to watch her complete transformation. I can’t wait for you to listen in and be inspired by all the work she’s done on herself and to know that it’s possible for you too.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/77" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/77</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/77]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">398b08f0-270b-4ea4-a663-fcce67bed337</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b8cfcabb-7650-4d54-ae3d-3d1ff7a33a2a.mp3" length="41711816" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>49:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>77</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>77</podcast:episode></item><item><title>76. Let Them Be Wrong</title><itunes:title>Let Them Be Wrong</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as I discuss the wasted energy that goes into proving that we’re right and they’re wrong, and that even if we could convince them through arguing, it wouldn’t bring us any peace. Instead, I have some tips that I use for letting go of my ego, seeing their opinion for what it is, and simply allowing them to be wrong. And trust me, it feels so liberating.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/76" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/76</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as I discuss the wasted energy that goes into proving that we’re right and they’re wrong, and that even if we could convince them through arguing, it wouldn’t bring us any peace. Instead, I have some tips that I use for letting go of my ego, seeing their opinion for what it is, and simply allowing them to be wrong. And trust me, it feels so liberating.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/76" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/76</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/76]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a54e3721-3352-441a-9165-931d7a4b4180</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c2d01369-c365-4ef9-bcd3-49dec134d0d7.mp3" length="15106041" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>76</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>76</podcast:episode></item><item><title>75. Ask Krista Anything: Live Coaching</title><itunes:title>Ask Krista Anything: Live Coaching</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover what actually happens in a coaching session and how the work I share on the podcast can be applied to literally any situation. I’m sharing two separate coaching conversations around the difficulties of being a widow and raising children while grappling with the regrets from the past and overwhelm in the present.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/75" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/75</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover what actually happens in a coaching session and how the work I share on the podcast can be applied to literally any situation. I’m sharing two separate coaching conversations around the difficulties of being a widow and raising children while grappling with the regrets from the past and overwhelm in the present.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/75" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/75</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/75]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1912493f-d642-42d0-93a2-7e7a134e2422</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/835c41fe-8c45-41bd-b5e2-04631a8ca59b.mp3" length="73185303" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:49</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>75</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>75</podcast:episode></item><item><title>74. Everything’s Okay and Everything’s Not Okay</title><itunes:title>Everything’s Okay and Everything’s Not Okay</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in today as I show you what it means for everything to simultaneously be okay and not okay. The contrast between joy and despair or happiness and sadness is what makes up the human experience, and I’m showing you how embracing this perspective will allow you to give yourself the space to believe that everything’s okay, while you’re not okay.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/74" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/74</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Listen in today as I show you what it means for everything to simultaneously be okay and not okay. The contrast between joy and despair or happiness and sadness is what makes up the human experience, and I’m showing you how embracing this perspective will allow you to give yourself the space to believe that everything’s okay, while you’re not okay.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/74" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/74</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/74]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5130763d-c18b-42c1-8311-0410a15c637d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3df7de3e-cfcd-49b9-8759-09f9327d7cc8.mp3" length="14685499" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>74</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>74</podcast:episode></item><item><title>73. Grief and the Law: An Interview with Meredith Holley</title><itunes:title>Grief and the Law: An Interview with Meredith Holley</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as Meredith and I discuss why putting up with an uncomfortable workplace is never a good option. Meredith is sharing how your mental health is legally protected, just like your physical health, and what your options are during those times where grief strikes when you least expect it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/73" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/73</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as Meredith and I discuss why putting up with an uncomfortable workplace is never a good option. Meredith is sharing how your mental health is legally protected, just like your physical health, and what your options are during those times where grief strikes when you least expect it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/73" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/73</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/73]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4cef0d9d-ea9d-40b7-8d2f-f52988354c1c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d37ba177-e43c-4cd5-b064-1296787a27c2.mp3" length="39012454" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>46:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>73</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>73</podcast:episode></item><item><title>72. Less Drama More Mama: An Interview with Pam Howard</title><itunes:title>Less Drama More Mama: An Interview with Pam Howard</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week where Pam and I are discussing why reactive parenting isn’t serving you or your children, and how you can be there for your kids in a way that meets their core emotional needs. Pam is sharing where she sees so many moms go wrong in changing their own behavior, and the importance of asking for and accepting help when you need it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/72" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/72</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week where Pam and I are discussing why reactive parenting isn’t serving you or your children, and how you can be there for your kids in a way that meets their core emotional needs. Pam is sharing where she sees so many moms go wrong in changing their own behavior, and the importance of asking for and accepting help when you need it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/72" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/72</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/72]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f7b8ec30-139a-443b-a704-85230c3652ea</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d7eaad53-fb3e-4210-a84a-75bd0d896945.mp3" length="42520385" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>50:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>72</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>72</podcast:episode></item><item><title>71. The Importance of Curiosity</title><itunes:title>The Importance of Curiosity</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why curiosity is an essential part of loving life again and what life has in store if we do not get curious. I’m sharing how being curious about my thoughts and beliefs has helped me in so many different ways, and how you can do exactly the same for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/71" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/71</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why curiosity is an essential part of loving life again and what life has in store if we do not get curious. I’m sharing how being curious about my thoughts and beliefs has helped me in so many different ways, and how you can do exactly the same for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/71" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/71</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/71]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2de9381b-12fe-4c06-9b48-9bb936ab991b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6f5373ea-7940-4dc7-9338-0ec86ed625e3.mp3" length="13994647" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>16:40</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>71</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>71</podcast:episode></item><item><title>70. The Self-Coaching Model</title><itunes:title>The Self-Coaching Model</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover what is, by far, the most useful tool I have in my arsenal: the Self-Coaching Model. I’m sharing how this tool helps us analyze everything that contributes to our experience of life, and how we can move forward, no matter what tragedy or loss we’ve suffered, and build a life we really love.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/70" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/70</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover what is, by far, the most useful tool I have in my arsenal: the Self-Coaching Model. I’m sharing how this tool helps us analyze everything that contributes to our experience of life, and how we can move forward, no matter what tragedy or loss we’ve suffered, and build a life we really love.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/70" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/70</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/70]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">402c9644-094e-43a9-b3a4-a2d903240ac5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b38ed17b-8cf9-44e6-81d0-d86a7d7d8b15.mp3" length="32402872" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>38:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>70</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>70</podcast:episode></item><item><title>69. Put Down Your Manuals</title><itunes:title>Put Down Your Manuals</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover some of the things you might have manuals for that you weren’t even aware of. I’m sharing how you can tell if a manual isn’t serving you and needs to be set aside, and how you can do this without becoming a doormat and instead, become a woman who simply loves her life, regardless of how things outside of her are going.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/69" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/69</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover some of the things you might have manuals for that you weren’t even aware of. I’m sharing how you can tell if a manual isn’t serving you and needs to be set aside, and how you can do this without becoming a doormat and instead, become a woman who simply loves her life, regardless of how things outside of her are going.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/69" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/69</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/69]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a1b250cc-a43c-40b5-a384-5b6b4ee23a21</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1d55836e-b4f8-411c-867c-d6c545d5cbd7.mp3" length="19021384" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>69</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>69</podcast:episode></item><item><title>68. Alone but Not Lonely</title><itunes:title>Alone but Not Lonely</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week where I’ll share some surprising statistics about loneliness, and explain why if it's not managed appropriately, it can have a detrimental effect on your life. I’ll share ways to view loneliness as an opportunity rather than an issue, and why you can be lonely, but not alone, and alone, but not lonely. Let’s take loneliness seriously and do something about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/68" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/68</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week where I’ll share some surprising statistics about loneliness, and explain why if it's not managed appropriately, it can have a detrimental effect on your life. I’ll share ways to view loneliness as an opportunity rather than an issue, and why you can be lonely, but not alone, and alone, but not lonely. Let’s take loneliness seriously and do something about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/68" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/68</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/68]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7282a9ab-1113-485e-ab13-45a607aea46c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fc939692-fad6-4757-afe4-e5dc237b7ec5.mp3" length="28628698" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>34:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>68</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>68</podcast:episode></item><item><title>67. Listener Q&amp;A</title><itunes:title>Listener Q&amp;A</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me today as I answer four questions that I’ve received from podcast listeners, and I hope all of you find them useful. We’re going to dive into how the primitive brain responds to fear and why this is completely normal, numbing with social media, how to let emotions flow through you, and failure.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/67" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/67</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me today as I answer four questions that I’ve received from podcast listeners, and I hope all of you find them useful. We’re going to dive into how the primitive brain responds to fear and why this is completely normal, numbing with social media, how to let emotions flow through you, and failure.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/67" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/67</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/67]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f42142fa-7930-48c2-8b05-999199761b46</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Sep 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/970a2529-fae4-4dd4-8abf-d6a7c89fa863.mp3" length="24709695" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>67</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>67</podcast:episode></item><item><title>66. Surviving the First Year: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jamie Galyon</title><itunes:title>Surviving the First Year: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jamie Galyon</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover what Jamie has learned from her first year as a widow. Jamie is sharing what she wishes she would have known sooner, and what she believes every newly widowed mom would benefit from hearing. There is so much wisdom in this conversation for you to hear, even if you're passed the one-year mark.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/66" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/66</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover what Jamie has learned from her first year as a widow. Jamie is sharing what she wishes she would have known sooner, and what she believes every newly widowed mom would benefit from hearing. There is so much wisdom in this conversation for you to hear, even if you're passed the one-year mark.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/66" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/66</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/66]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8f4017f6-cf81-4583-9069-d3923e522374</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 31 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/93b1f785-87a4-4c59-89e6-0706f2213e17.mp3" length="54178276" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:04:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>66</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>66</podcast:episode></item><item><title>66. A Pep-Talk for When You Need It</title><itunes:title>A Pep-Talk for When You Need It</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week for a little pick-me-up. This journey is messy and complicated, whether you’re having a good or a bad day. But I know for sure that you can handle this and anything else life throws at you. So tune in today and re-listen any time you’re struggling. Because you’ve come way too far to give up now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/65" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/65</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week for a little pick-me-up. This journey is messy and complicated, whether you’re having a good or a bad day. But I know for sure that you can handle this and anything else life throws at you. So tune in today and re-listen any time you’re struggling. Because you’ve come way too far to give up now.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/65" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/65</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/65]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ad0dec7c-99fd-4b8c-a2a8-dee76f0ee78e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/66a13d5b-af92-4cfb-a995-81201ac5c5ad.mp3" length="8770422" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>10:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>65</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>65</podcast:episode></item><item><title>64. 2 Circles to Loving Your Life</title><itunes:title>2 Circles to Loving Your Life</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to discover what the two circles to loving life are, and how to expand the one that really matters. I’m sharing how we give our power away to thoughts that don’t serve us, and how we can center our focus and energy in order to create a life that we truly love.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/64" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/64</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to discover what the two circles to loving life are, and how to expand the one that really matters. I’m sharing how we give our power away to thoughts that don’t serve us, and how we can center our focus and energy in order to create a life that we truly love.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/64" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/64</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/64]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">19c0348f-1a34-4d8a-8b00-84ec91f3a46e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/80f72113-07a6-4386-afef-3c1af8979c89.mp3" length="26647998" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>64</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>64</podcast:episode></item><item><title>63. How Life Was Supposed to Go</title><itunes:title>How Life Was Supposed to Go</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in today as I show you the upside of dropping the story you might be holding onto about how your life was supposed to go. We fool ourselves when we argue and fight for that story, and we are the ones that suffer. I’ll be sharing a few questions you can consider to decide how you’re going to show up for the one life you have and how you’re going to choose to live on purpose.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/63" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/63</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Listen in today as I show you the upside of dropping the story you might be holding onto about how your life was supposed to go. We fool ourselves when we argue and fight for that story, and we are the ones that suffer. I’ll be sharing a few questions you can consider to decide how you’re going to show up for the one life you have and how you’re going to choose to live on purpose.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/63" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/63</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/63]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5d8fa9f2-f246-4f3c-961e-2c4b7faae2a7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ce8cf6b3-7cc5-4221-883d-bff2490747ad.mp3" length="15196018" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>63</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>63</podcast:episode></item><item><title>62. Awkward Conversations About His Death</title><itunes:title>Awkward Conversations About His Death</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover why you don’t have to worry or avoid seeing people so that you don’t have to encounter awkward conversations. No one is powerful enough to choose your emotional state and I don’t want you to be a chameleon. You can be who you are and let other people be who they are, and I’m showing you how to show up powerfully for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/62" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/62</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover why you don’t have to worry or avoid seeing people so that you don’t have to encounter awkward conversations. No one is powerful enough to choose your emotional state and I don’t want you to be a chameleon. You can be who you are and let other people be who they are, and I’m showing you how to show up powerfully for yourself.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/62" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/62</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/62]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5df7c0df-9cec-459b-b801-bf753e8379a2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9a01fb1c-3dba-4844-bffe-099471e25382.mp3" length="19500120" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>62</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>62</podcast:episode></item><item><title>61. Your Future Self</title><itunes:title>Your Future Self</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I share the one tool that has helped me the most in creating a life I love and guides my clients every day in their lives. You’ll discover the three steps to tap into the version of you who knows exactly what you need to do, and not do, so you can move through the next phase of your journey with peace and certainty.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/61" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/61</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I share the one tool that has helped me the most in creating a life I love and guides my clients every day in their lives. You’ll discover the three steps to tap into the version of you who knows exactly what you need to do, and not do, so you can move through the next phase of your journey with peace and certainty.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/61" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/61</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/61]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">863eeb80-a264-4006-91a4-94ff87cf8f2d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d916093c-563f-4773-9905-f74c318e2b22.mp3" length="17590705" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:56</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>61</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>61</podcast:episode></item><item><title>60. Interview with Jana DeCristofaro</title><itunes:title>Interview with Jana DeCristofaro</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join Jana and I as we shed some light on the most common questions that come up around supporting grieving children. She is outlining the importance of taking the pressure off of yourself to best show up for your kids, the power of peer support, and why resiliency shouldn’t ever be the end goal.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/60" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/60</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join Jana and I as we shed some light on the most common questions that come up around supporting grieving children. She is outlining the importance of taking the pressure off of yourself to best show up for your kids, the power of peer support, and why resiliency shouldn’t ever be the end goal.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/60" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/60</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/60]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a19d8475-d7bd-413a-b6ca-69ef60b63d87</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6fe0fb83-84fd-4e72-b494-5d2ea8e4f4eb.mp3" length="48625967" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>57:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>60</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>60</podcast:episode></item><item><title>59. Response-Ability</title><itunes:title>Response-Ability</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why the choice of how you respond starts and ends with you, and nobody else. I’m sharing how our results are dictated by the way we choose to respond to situations, what you can do to consciously react in a way that serves you, no matter what life throws your way.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/59</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why the choice of how you respond starts and ends with you, and nobody else. I’m sharing how our results are dictated by the way we choose to respond to situations, what you can do to consciously react in a way that serves you, no matter what life throws your way.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/59" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/59</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/59]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e862238a-900c-48f1-8247-77d3e5e6afe6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e912ce87-2490-4ec0-bd23-ba2c49b01739.mp3" length="24363002" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>59</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>59</podcast:episode></item><item><title>58. Listener Q&amp;A</title><itunes:title>Listener Q&amp;A</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week for a Q&amp;A episode as I answer questions on the realities of new relationships, old habits, and why it’s totally fine if you feel like a hot mess right now. I’m also sharing some tips on how to ask yourself better questions about your life instead of getting caught up in a negative cycle of believing things should be different.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/58" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/58</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week for a Q&amp;A episode as I answer questions on the realities of new relationships, old habits, and why it’s totally fine if you feel like a hot mess right now. I’m also sharing some tips on how to ask yourself better questions about your life instead of getting caught up in a negative cycle of believing things should be different.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/58" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/58</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/58]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ddd72cb6-82d7-4fa0-9914-fb64cd6de1a3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4c759e57-22e9-4991-8796-b24a4d0dbe65.mp3" length="26551798" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>58</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>58</podcast:episode></item><item><title>57. The Phrase “New Normal” – Helpful or Hurtful?</title><itunes:title>The Phrase “New Normal” – Helpful or Hurtful?</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss how this idea of a new normal can be helpful and liberating. I’m sharing how to get clear on what you’re thinking about your new normal, and where I see widows holding themselves back by trying to accept something they simply don’t like and is not serving them.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/57" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/57</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss how this idea of a new normal can be helpful and liberating. I’m sharing how to get clear on what you’re thinking about your new normal, and where I see widows holding themselves back by trying to accept something they simply don’t like and is not serving them.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/57" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/57</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/57]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ac9a24b1-2ef3-499e-842a-e4dc9b19dfcd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7febcb0c-d14a-4ec0-a109-c10818ae3e5b.mp3" length="18746394" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>57</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>57</podcast:episode></item><item><title>56. Loss is Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Dawne Long</title><itunes:title>Loss is Loss: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Dawne Long</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in on our conversation as I ask Dawne on how she was coping with her earlier days of grief and how that had evolved once we started working together. I think you’ll be able to relate to Dawne’s resistance to her painful emotions, and how processing them was vital to let them flow and ease up. Dawne had many "aha" moments along the way, and I hope you’ll find hope in her story for your own journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/56" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/56</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Listen in on our conversation as I ask Dawne on how she was coping with her earlier days of grief and how that had evolved once we started working together. I think you’ll be able to relate to Dawne’s resistance to her painful emotions, and how processing them was vital to let them flow and ease up. Dawne had many "aha" moments along the way, and I hope you’ll find hope in her story for your own journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/56" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/56</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/56]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a7f4a3ab-11f2-4692-95a5-7b22bcdb651a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/02574db9-10d4-48f9-a98a-9c11e7f4a3fe.mp3" length="41043999" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>48:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>56</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>56</podcast:episode></item><item><title>55. How to Be Your Own Champion</title><itunes:title>How to Be Your Own Champion</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover how to be your own champion. I’m sharing how our ideas of perfection hold us back from being believing we are doing a great job, and 3 steps that you can take to become your own champion and show yourself some love and grace in every imperfect, human action you take.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/55" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/55</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover how to be your own champion. I’m sharing how our ideas of perfection hold us back from being believing we are doing a great job, and 3 steps that you can take to become your own champion and show yourself some love and grace in every imperfect, human action you take.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/55" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/55</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/55]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d1aa83c8-3c17-402d-997a-4cf2c2ef7296</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7f9bfe64-a298-4510-814e-065c7c5b4a32.mp3" length="20982716" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>55</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>55</podcast:episode></item><item><title>54. Navigating Father’s Day</title><itunes:title>Navigating Father’s Day</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week I'm sharing why there is nothing you <em>should</em> be doing or feeling this Father’s Day, and how to create an environment that allows you and your children to process any emotion that comes up, whatever they might be. What we think about, we bring about, so trust me, if you believe you can make this day work for you, that is the first step in making it happen.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/54" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/54</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week I'm sharing why there is nothing you <em>should</em> be doing or feeling this Father’s Day, and how to create an environment that allows you and your children to process any emotion that comes up, whatever they might be. What we think about, we bring about, so trust me, if you believe you can make this day work for you, that is the first step in making it happen.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/54" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/54</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/54]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8c74f5af-19ca-4eef-814a-4d1f29ad6fbb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d39359e3-ad5f-40dc-aa19-7231e624a32b.mp3" length="15515649" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>54</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>54</podcast:episode></item><item><title>53. Before You Try to Lose Weight Again</title><itunes:title>Before You Try to Lose Weight Again</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why you probably need to forget everything you thought you knew about weight loss. I’m sharing how your reasons for trying for losing weight will impact your outcome, and the emotional disappointment waiting for you if you don’t get your mind right before you get started.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/53" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/53</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why you probably need to forget everything you thought you knew about weight loss. I’m sharing how your reasons for trying for losing weight will impact your outcome, and the emotional disappointment waiting for you if you don’t get your mind right before you get started.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/53" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/53</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/53]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0ad6bff4-6476-42c1-a611-b8a865f1ad6c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jun 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a532b62a-6972-4975-beaf-d3bb655d9fbd.mp3" length="25747981" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>53</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>53</podcast:episode></item><item><title>52. Helping Widows Through Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jenny Lisk</title><itunes:title>Helping Widows Through Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Jenny Lisk</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Listen in this week on my interview with Jenny Lisk as we discuss how Jenny helps widowed parents through her podcast and her books that are in the works. Jenny has some incredible insights about resiliency, the importance of approaching our kids with honesty, and she shares a ton of resources to remind you that you’re not alone in this journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/52" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/52</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Listen in this week on my interview with Jenny Lisk as we discuss how Jenny helps widowed parents through her podcast and her books that are in the works. Jenny has some incredible insights about resiliency, the importance of approaching our kids with honesty, and she shares a ton of resources to remind you that you’re not alone in this journey.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/52" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/52</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/52]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">19f70950-1010-46b0-a902-429c97693a0e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/814a0a68-f97b-42c1-9391-1d23ceef9b29.mp3" length="61758072" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>52</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>52</podcast:episode></item><item><title>51. How to Overcome Perfectionism with Failure</title><itunes:title>How to Overcome Perfectionism with Failure</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover where perfectionist thinking might be holding you back and how you can begin to overcome it, using failure as a tool. I’m sharing how perfectionism kept me from going after the life I really wanted to be living, and the incredible shifts that I have created since addressing my perfectionist tendencies.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/51" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/51</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover where perfectionist thinking might be holding you back and how you can begin to overcome it, using failure as a tool. I’m sharing how perfectionism kept me from going after the life I really wanted to be living, and the incredible shifts that I have created since addressing my perfectionist tendencies.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/51" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/51</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/51]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aaa0f124-f6bb-432c-b6a2-7e005c4cc0f0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/00c22a80-e0c4-45ea-8bd1-efa7f2c304f8.mp3" length="28491211" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:55</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>51</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>51</podcast:episode></item><item><title>50. Ask Krista Anything: Live Coaching</title><itunes:title>Ask Krista Anything: Live Coaching</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for a taste of live coaching as we discuss dating, societal pressures around the grieving process, and parenting your kids after the loss your family has experienced. Coaching is what I live for, and I’m genuinely excited to show you why I love it so much.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/50" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/50</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for a taste of live coaching as we discuss dating, societal pressures around the grieving process, and parenting your kids after the loss your family has experienced. Coaching is what I live for, and I’m genuinely excited to show you why I love it so much.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/50" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/50</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/50]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">29f2db62-fe40-456d-8445-f750241a7909</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3e948dd8-04bc-47ca-8072-e45b47326c34.mp3" length="29674655" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>35:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>50</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>50</podcast:episode></item><item><title>49. Wealth Purgatory</title><itunes:title>Wealth Purgatory</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to understand why all widows have such differing emotions around money. Once you understand where your feelings about money come from, you can do the work to start to see a future where you’ve worked through money purgatory and can view any newfound wealth through a lens that serves you, rather than beating yourself up about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/49" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/49</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to understand why all widows have such differing emotions around money. Once you understand where your feelings about money come from, you can do the work to start to see a future where you’ve worked through money purgatory and can view any newfound wealth through a lens that serves you, rather than beating yourself up about it.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/49" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/49</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/49]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4edb3e7b-0dd1-4d2f-b0f7-07d97bb19dec</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/05241ba4-4717-4a11-af0a-7bc7978acafc.mp3" length="16968625" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>49</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>49</podcast:episode></item><item><title>48. Embracing the Pain of Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Melissa Sogavo</title><itunes:title>Embracing the Pain of Grief: A Widows Unfiltered Interview with Melissa Sogavo</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for my first ever interview on the podcast. Melissa is kindly sharing her journey through grief, from the days afterward, through the widow fog, through to how she found my coaching and how she has taken ownership of every aspect of her life and decided to embrace the grief instead of constantly fighting a battle she was never going to win.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/48" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/48</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week for my first ever interview on the podcast. Melissa is kindly sharing her journey through grief, from the days afterward, through the widow fog, through to how she found my coaching and how she has taken ownership of every aspect of her life and decided to embrace the grief instead of constantly fighting a battle she was never going to win.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/48" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/48</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/48]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2d410174-8c9d-4ce6-8713-76469f35dd9d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cde427ba-8521-4e01-b8dc-6a9d47f5e0ed.mp3" length="45064680" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>53:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>48</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>48</podcast:episode></item><item><title>47. (Part 2) Why We Numb and How to Stop</title><itunes:title>(Part 2) Why We Numb and How to Stop</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week for part two of Why We Numb and How to Stop, where I’m sharing my tips for creating a step-by-step plan to address your numbing behaviors that you will actually be able to stick to. You’ll discover why we find breaking the cycle of numbing behavior so difficult, how to understand the emotions we are trying to avoid, and how to have more control over your experience of them.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/47" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/47</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week for part two of Why We Numb and How to Stop, where I’m sharing my tips for creating a step-by-step plan to address your numbing behaviors that you will actually be able to stick to. You’ll discover why we find breaking the cycle of numbing behavior so difficult, how to understand the emotions we are trying to avoid, and how to have more control over your experience of them.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/47" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/47</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/47]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dea237ae-0f85-42dc-973c-3abe43f75685</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b9db994-6451-4630-b699-fb5169a9c6ea.mp3" length="32912690" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>39:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>47</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>47</podcast:episode></item><item><title>46. Why We Numb and How to Stop</title><itunes:title>Why We Numb and How to Stop</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week for a little understanding as to why you engage in numbing activities, what’s going on in your brain, and how to check in with yourself to see whether you’re numbing in a problematic way <em>for you</em>. I can’t do this subject justice in just one episode, so be sure to tune in next week to discover how you can break the pattern of numbing behavior.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/46" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/46</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week for a little understanding as to why you engage in numbing activities, what’s going on in your brain, and how to check in with yourself to see whether you’re numbing in a problematic way <em>for you</em>. I can’t do this subject justice in just one episode, so be sure to tune in next week to discover how you can break the pattern of numbing behavior.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/46" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/46</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/46]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2fd61478-7b66-4713-9bd3-de7e9e3d8ec7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7dcee073-7dd7-4b3a-8193-8836f9761877.mp3" length="27343219" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>46</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>46</podcast:episode></item><item><title>45. For Those Who Love Us</title><itunes:title>For Those Who Love Us</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I’ve been asking my clients and people in my community what they wished their loved ones knew about their experience as a widowed mom. And so, if somebody you love is a widowed mom and you have trouble communicating or empathizing fully with them because you don’t really understand what they’re going through, I invite you to listen in here.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/45" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/45</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I’ve been asking my clients and people in my community what they wished their loved ones knew about their experience as a widowed mom. And so, if somebody you love is a widowed mom and you have trouble communicating or empathizing fully with them because you don’t really understand what they’re going through, I invite you to listen in here.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/45" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/45</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/45]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9aea4606-539d-42a1-9882-ec81547e0ea9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d6f21408-0b8c-4dde-8ca9-89788c190d24.mp3" length="35024310" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>45</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>45</podcast:episode></item><item><title>44. The Wedding Ring</title><itunes:title>The Wedding Ring</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I share what I did with my wedding ring after my husband died, and how my thoughts about it changed over the following years, and why, just because I did it this way, doesn’t mean that it’s right for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/44" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/44</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I share what I did with my wedding ring after my husband died, and how my thoughts about it changed over the following years, and why, just because I did it this way, doesn’t mean that it’s right for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/44" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/44</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/44]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">246bb94c-2327-4812-af59-037f90783be8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ba575bfd-ef40-4533-8c0a-61b583a4b62e.mp3" length="10496578" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>12:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>44</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>44</podcast:episode></item><item><title>43. When Things Around Us Seem Crazy</title><itunes:title>When Things Around Us Seem Crazy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why panicking right now is nothing to be ashamed of, and how you can move towards thoughts and emotions that will serve you and your family during this time. I’m sharing what I do when I sense myself starting to freak out, and how to approach the uncomfortable emotions that will inevitably surface as we work through this crisis as a community.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/43</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why panicking right now is nothing to be ashamed of, and how you can move towards thoughts and emotions that will serve you and your family during this time. I’m sharing what I do when I sense myself starting to freak out, and how to approach the uncomfortable emotions that will inevitably surface as we work through this crisis as a community.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/43" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/43</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/43]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">702af17c-12ea-42fe-9626-ba14590f915b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f2197b28-f238-4c0a-b799-f91cc3c7b676.mp3" length="21261395" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>43</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>43</podcast:episode></item><item><title>42. How to Know if You’re Ready to Date Again</title><itunes:title>How to Know if You’re Ready to Date Again</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss the five most important considerations to take into account, so you can know for sure if you’re ready to date again. You’re going to come up against a lot of opinions on this one, but there is only one person who truly knows whether now is the right time, and that’s you. You just have to ask yourself the right questions.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/42" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/42</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss the five most important considerations to take into account, so you can know for sure if you’re ready to date again. You’re going to come up against a lot of opinions on this one, but there is only one person who truly knows whether now is the right time, and that’s you. You just have to ask yourself the right questions.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/42" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/42</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/42]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0abd6168-a784-42bc-baa0-52e280ddbc92</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b4ebcf43-1794-4282-90c9-ae1fb8ff406b.mp3" length="19575828" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>42</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>42</podcast:episode></item><item><title>41. Useful Emotions</title><itunes:title>Useful Emotions</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to discover how to choose your emotions on purpose. I’m showing you how you can take a look at your thoughts and the feelings that they produce, even if they’re negative, and what you can do to choose a different experience on purpose, without ignoring what you’re feeling.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/41" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/41</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to discover how to choose your emotions on purpose. I’m showing you how you can take a look at your thoughts and the feelings that they produce, even if they’re negative, and what you can do to choose a different experience on purpose, without ignoring what you’re feeling.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/41" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/41</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/41]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c2d83d3a-490b-48fd-aa01-afc19c0a8807</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2020 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/839878c0-bfe3-4fa3-ae21-e8bc315c4fac.mp3" length="19223984" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>41</podcast:episode></item><item><title>40. Listener Q&amp;A</title><itunes:title>Listener Q&amp;A</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I take your questions on feeling whole again, playing the role of both dad and mom now your husband has gone, and how to deal with the overwhelm that comes from having your world turned upside-down.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/40" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/40</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I take your questions on feeling whole again, playing the role of both dad and mom now your husband has gone, and how to deal with the overwhelm that comes from having your world turned upside-down.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/40" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/40</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/40]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4d459476-932a-4563-9109-d1b701635d62</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/eae8b651-a8e8-4bfc-a5e2-cadc1501b113.mp3" length="19137307" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>40</podcast:episode></item><item><title>39. Changing Your Painful Past</title><itunes:title>Changing Your Painful Past</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I’ve talked on the podcast before about the stories we tell ourselves when it comes to the loss of our person. But I want to go a little deeper this week and show you how your brain is the only thing keeping you stuck in old pain, and how you can start choosing a new experience of the past right now without changing the facts of what happened in the past.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/39" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/39</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I’ve talked on the podcast before about the stories we tell ourselves when it comes to the loss of our person. But I want to go a little deeper this week and show you how your brain is the only thing keeping you stuck in old pain, and how you can start choosing a new experience of the past right now without changing the facts of what happened in the past.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/39" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/39</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/39]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3eab85f4-b33e-41f9-a1b1-863071d891f8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7a40127b-6ee6-40f2-9482-ffcd7ef23ed7.mp3" length="15486029" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>39</podcast:episode></item><item><title>38. Dealing with an Inner Critic</title><itunes:title>Dealing with an Inner Critic</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why the inner critic of ours doesn’t have to be something we ignore or fight against, how to see it for what it is, and how you can work on your thoughts around the inner critic so that it doesn’t end up taking over your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/38" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/38</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why the inner critic of ours doesn’t have to be something we ignore or fight against, how to see it for what it is, and how you can work on your thoughts around the inner critic so that it doesn’t end up taking over your life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/38" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/38</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/38]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">45bf0572-3f72-4603-a593-ca9c1f960633</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5d5b951e-a1a5-4e21-86a3-00dd27528dff.mp3" length="18941300" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>38</podcast:episode></item><item><title>37. Valentine’s Day On Purpose</title><itunes:title>Valentine’s Day On Purpose</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and, for many women like us who have lost our husbands, it’s not a day that we look forward to. In fact, I wouldn’t be exaggerating if I said that, for some of us, it’s our least favorite day of the year. So, I think it’s about time we did something about that. If you relate to this description, listen closely.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/37" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/37</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and, for many women like us who have lost our husbands, it’s not a day that we look forward to. In fact, I wouldn’t be exaggerating if I said that, for some of us, it’s our least favorite day of the year. So, I think it’s about time we did something about that. If you relate to this description, listen closely.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/37" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/37</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/37]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">39b1bedf-5fd2-4f2a-8fc8-9e3addcd06a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/019868db-8515-45ce-8cfa-63439252787c.mp3" length="21378419" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>25:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>37</podcast:episode></item><item><title>36. Your Beliefs About You</title><itunes:title>Your Beliefs About You</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>It’s no secret that when you think anything long enough, you’re going to believe it’s true. What I want to discuss today is that you can choose not to buy into these thoughts for the simple reason that they don’t serve you and that having them at the forefront of your mind is never going to be helpful.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/36" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/36</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It’s no secret that when you think anything long enough, you’re going to believe it’s true. What I want to discuss today is that you can choose not to buy into these thoughts for the simple reason that they don’t serve you and that having them at the forefront of your mind is never going to be helpful.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/36" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/36</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/36]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4c4c8308-9bbe-478a-a3c4-10d402458845</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/62b1a2e4-0298-4d3b-8a6a-a865c8f58fb7.mp3" length="15374847" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>18:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>36</podcast:episode></item><item><title>35. Measuring Your Success as a Mom</title><itunes:title>Measuring Your Success as a Mom</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week and discover how to stop beating yourself up and start measuring your success as a mom in a healthy and loving way. I’m sharing three lessons for any parent who feels like they’re struggling right now that will provide some much-needed insight into how you’re really doing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/35" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/35</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week and discover how to stop beating yourself up and start measuring your success as a mom in a healthy and loving way. I’m sharing three lessons for any parent who feels like they’re struggling right now that will provide some much-needed insight into how you’re really doing.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/35" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/35</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/35]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d3d51db1-4a11-42bb-87e7-b4b4bbe330b4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/674a777e-794f-4376-90e7-197bb42c410f.mp3" length="18826834" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>35</podcast:episode></item><item><title>34. Your Relationship with Your Husband</title><itunes:title>Your Relationship with Your Husband</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to see that you have the option to maintain a relationship with your husband if you choose to. You can feel separation or closeness; the choice is always yours to make. I don’t think there’s any downside to this, and I want you to take this time to think deeply about what kind of relationship you have with your person, to create an emotional experience that will serve you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/34" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/34</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week to see that you have the option to maintain a relationship with your husband if you choose to. You can feel separation or closeness; the choice is always yours to make. I don’t think there’s any downside to this, and I want you to take this time to think deeply about what kind of relationship you have with your person, to create an emotional experience that will serve you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/34" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/34</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/34]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5d43fe9e-651a-4bec-9cda-0e81e0a861d0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/93021423-365b-4d8e-ba52-fb69f71e8db0.mp3" length="11138060" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>13:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>34</podcast:episode></item><item><title>33. Forgiveness</title><itunes:title>Forgiveness</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Forgiveness can understandably be a sore subject for a lot of us. I get people asking me from time to time about when the right time to forgive someone is, or whether it’s right at all to forgive someone who has caused us so much pain. I hope I can shed a little light on this topic for you today because I know from personal experience how challenging it can be mentally to grapple with the decision to forgive.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/33" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/33</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Forgiveness can understandably be a sore subject for a lot of us. I get people asking me from time to time about when the right time to forgive someone is, or whether it’s right at all to forgive someone who has caused us so much pain. I hope I can shed a little light on this topic for you today because I know from personal experience how challenging it can be mentally to grapple with the decision to forgive.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/33" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/33</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/33]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e10f097e-14e2-4a66-ad9d-364501ac198b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9ab38827-f845-4039-a2cc-ac6a0a9b31a5.mp3" length="18612140" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>33</podcast:episode></item><item><title>32. Dealing with Toxic People</title><itunes:title>Dealing with Toxic People</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover why we believe that people are toxic, and how letting people occupy real estate in our brain in this way only serves to make our suffering worse. Embracing this concept might be tricky at first, but when we can stop thinking this way about others, we leave ourselves open to so much more of the good stuff that this life has to offer.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/32" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/32</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover why we believe that people are toxic, and how letting people occupy real estate in our brain in this way only serves to make our suffering worse. Embracing this concept might be tricky at first, but when we can stop thinking this way about others, we leave ourselves open to so much more of the good stuff that this life has to offer.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/32" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/32</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/32]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">22c0da22-730b-4dbc-a9ba-22a29ac770b9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/45a050b3-cceb-4c66-a512-2480daf7f9b5.mp3" length="16265366" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>32</podcast:episode></item><item><title>31. New Year’s Resolutions for Widows</title><itunes:title>New Year’s Resolutions for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Most people, that I’m aware of at least, have real difficulty following through with their New Year’s resolutions. There’s no shame in that. However, I see the problem in three specific areas of the goal-setting process, so I want to share those with you today to give you the best chance of sticking to your resolutions in 2020.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/31" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/31</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Most people, that I’m aware of at least, have real difficulty following through with their New Year’s resolutions. There’s no shame in that. However, I see the problem in three specific areas of the goal-setting process, so I want to share those with you today to give you the best chance of sticking to your resolutions in 2020.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/31" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/31</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/31]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">88c6c868-fa99-4343-ba89-eab1f2df9f91</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/63131e22-a448-43b9-8cdd-18bc89192dc6.mp3" length="18651660" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>31</podcast:episode></item><item><title>30. Making Decisions By Yourself</title><itunes:title>Making Decisions By Yourself</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Discover the truth about right and wrong decisions, and how to start deciding from a place of power, and why you only have yourself to answer to when making the choices that affect your life. You might think it can’t be that easy, but trust me, once you understand this, every decision you take will be from a pace of peace, and worry will be nowhere to be seen.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/30" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/30</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Discover the truth about right and wrong decisions, and how to start deciding from a place of power, and why you only have yourself to answer to when making the choices that affect your life. You might think it can’t be that easy, but trust me, once you understand this, every decision you take will be from a pace of peace, and worry will be nowhere to be seen.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/30" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/30</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/30]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fb0354aa-18ca-4d79-9b01-cc69138dad18</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/380ba249-c141-4ee9-a4b0-2624b403781c.mp3" length="35253618" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>41:58</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>30</podcast:episode></item><item><title>29. Guilt and Regret in Grief</title><itunes:title>Guilt and Regret in Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover where our sense of guilt or regret is coming from, what the difference between guilt and regret is, and what we can do to ease the burden. Trust me, we are not helpless in this situation, and a new perspective on this might just change your whole life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/29" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/29</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover where our sense of guilt or regret is coming from, what the difference between guilt and regret is, and what we can do to ease the burden. Trust me, we are not helpless in this situation, and a new perspective on this might just change your whole life.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/29" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/29</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/29]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">927aa351-e587-4bf0-9abf-6d582774aa9e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7bdb25ae-e28a-41a8-a81c-38495737939d.mp3" length="25912177" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:51</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>29</podcast:episode></item><item><title>28. The Word “Widow”</title><itunes:title>The Word “Widow”</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why the word widow carries such strong and differing emotion, depending on who you ask, and what labeling yourself as a widow <em>really</em> means about you and your journey after loss.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/28" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/28</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week to discover why the word widow carries such strong and differing emotion, depending on who you ask, and what labeling yourself as a widow <em>really</em> means about you and your journey after loss.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/28" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/28</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/28]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cc43bb00-70aa-4d49-9cfd-d736a6a0c9e3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2ccd79bc-c530-4189-9d35-54987e189f37.mp3" length="18111119" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>28</podcast:episode></item><item><title>27. People-Pleasing</title><itunes:title>People-Pleasing</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week and discover the ways people-pleasing might be showing up in your life, and how you can leave the cycle of putting everyone else’s needs first behind you. This work is a little uncomfortable at first, but you owe it to yourself to really look at why you’re doing it in the first place.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/27" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/27</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week and discover the ways people-pleasing might be showing up in your life, and how you can leave the cycle of putting everyone else’s needs first behind you. This work is a little uncomfortable at first, but you owe it to yourself to really look at why you’re doing it in the first place.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/27" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/27</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/27]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c573c6-70dd-4317-b7d7-f1bcd635db8d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Dec 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9eaadd50-ae90-48da-90eb-36c3a20efebe.mp3" length="23562818" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>27</podcast:episode></item><item><title>26. The Truth About Overwhelm</title><itunes:title>The Truth About Overwhelm</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in today to discover how to process your thoughts in a way that alleviates the overwhelm that comes with the grieving process and how you can move towards a life that you love, without ignoring the negative emotions surrounding your loss.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/26</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in today to discover how to process your thoughts in a way that alleviates the overwhelm that comes with the grieving process and how you can move towards a life that you love, without ignoring the negative emotions surrounding your loss.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here: <a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/26" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/26</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/26]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">85be98e0-7647-4359-919a-8c81a3277566</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/85d6d20c-6e4a-47ac-8a31-ceaf65819c48.mp3" length="22448497" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>26</podcast:episode></item><item><title>25. Two Sides of the Comparison Coin</title><itunes:title>Two Sides of the Comparison Coin</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As human beings, we like comparison. Knowing that we are not alone gives us some comfort. But we don’t always compare in a helpful way. Join me on the podcast this week to discover the difference between healthy and unhealthy comparison, and how we can use comparison as a useful tool, instead of a way of pointing out everything we <em>think</em> we are doing wrong.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/25" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/25</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As human beings, we like comparison. Knowing that we are not alone gives us some comfort. But we don’t always compare in a helpful way. Join me on the podcast this week to discover the difference between healthy and unhealthy comparison, and how we can use comparison as a useful tool, instead of a way of pointing out everything we <em>think</em> we are doing wrong.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/25" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/25</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/25]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d1f369669c724cc99687e04b48b1dbdc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 18 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7244f2e7-1941-4747-9622-2202a71a497c.mp3" length="18794653" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>25</podcast:episode></item><item><title>24. Happier Holidays After Loss</title><itunes:title>Happier Holidays After Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover how to take proper care of yourself during the holidays, rather than acting out of obligation and leaving yourself feeling emotionally exhausted. Happier holidays after loss are possible, it’s just going to take a little work on recognizing your thoughts and focusing on them in a way that really serves you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/24" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/24</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover how to take proper care of yourself during the holidays, rather than acting out of obligation and leaving yourself feeling emotionally exhausted. Happier holidays after loss are possible, it’s just going to take a little work on recognizing your thoughts and focusing on them in a way that really serves you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/24" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/24</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/24]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b8df350753dc44ab826e9c198d0a5bff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d366edb5-0134-4c6a-9df3-7568025b3d5c.mp3" length="28941025" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>34:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>24</podcast:episode></item><item><title>23. Widowhood and the Motivational Triad</title><itunes:title>Widowhood and the Motivational Triad</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I’m always excited to record the podcast for you guys, but this week is a special one because today’s topic is really the cornerstone of my work as a life coach for widowed moms: understanding why the motivational triad was useful at one stage but how it now holds you back, along with a new motivational triad to practice will reframe your life in the best way possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/23" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/23</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I’m always excited to record the podcast for you guys, but this week is a special one because today’s topic is really the cornerstone of my work as a life coach for widowed moms: understanding why the motivational triad was useful at one stage but how it now holds you back, along with a new motivational triad to practice will reframe your life in the best way possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/23" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/23</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/23]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cb92ac4bc372486b9c2a06064aa762a4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 04 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d8bd3b92-034e-4d2e-aa1a-e83106fa4537.mp3" length="23998039" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>23</podcast:episode></item><item><title>22. The Thought-Feeling-Action Connection</title><itunes:title>The Thought-Feeling-Action Connection</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I’m sharing some examples from my own life of how, once I embraced the thought-feeling-action connection, everything changed. Whether you’re struggling with parenting, getting back to work, or even reentering the dating scene (more on that on a later episode) then this episode is going to give you so much more power than you ever thought possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/22" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/22</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I’m sharing some examples from my own life of how, once I embraced the thought-feeling-action connection, everything changed. Whether you’re struggling with parenting, getting back to work, or even reentering the dating scene (more on that on a later episode) then this episode is going to give you so much more power than you ever thought possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/22" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/22</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/22]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">78cc633c463b497a99dd79db92f2e20f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/83f989ab-1995-46a7-945c-4572126ef933.mp3" length="18690795" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>22</podcast:episode></item><item><title>21. When People Don’t Understand</title><itunes:title>When People Don’t Understand</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss why <em>nobody</em> can ever comprehend exactly what you’re going through, even other widows. Instead, you’ll discover how you can reframe your own thoughts about their perception of you, allowing you a way of out the inevitable judgment cycle that awaits if you choose to believe that other people’s understanding of you is important.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/21" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/21</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me on the podcast this week as I discuss why <em>nobody</em> can ever comprehend exactly what you’re going through, even other widows. Instead, you’ll discover how you can reframe your own thoughts about their perception of you, allowing you a way of out the inevitable judgment cycle that awaits if you choose to believe that other people’s understanding of you is important.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/21" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/21</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/21]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dd857d129e014a8d8ecf415066f4171f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1ffd27c0-6c7a-4713-970b-091fe0c778e1.mp3" length="18291427" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:47</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>21</podcast:episode></item><item><title>20. Cognitive Bias and Widowhood</title><itunes:title>Cognitive Bias and Widowhood</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover how your cognitive bias could be holding you back. Whether you think you’re a bad mom, that you’ll never find love again, or even that you think someone you have to deal with regularly is a jerk, this episode should put things into perspective for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/20</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover how your cognitive bias could be holding you back. Whether you think you’re a bad mom, that you’ll never find love again, or even that you think someone you have to deal with regularly is a jerk, this episode should put things into perspective for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/20" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/20</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/20]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">09d29150330a4ce4b667ef8f634d7f68</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 14 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c58ee8db-36e6-4078-807e-ba7a7082053d.mp3" length="22162511" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>26:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>20</podcast:episode></item><item><title>19. Tasks of Mourning</title><itunes:title>Tasks of Mourning</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover the difference between grief and mourning, where you’re at in your journey, and how to identify how much you have moved on, and what’s to come as you adjust to life without your person. It’s time to start defining your future and deciding, on purpose, how you want to see the world that you are living in.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/19" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/19</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week to discover the difference between grief and mourning, where you’re at in your journey, and how to identify how much you have moved on, and what’s to come as you adjust to life without your person. It’s time to start defining your future and deciding, on purpose, how you want to see the world that you are living in.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/19" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/19</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[http://www.coachingwithkrista.com/19]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bbef0a0a0e494df98b23e78fc77e9f16</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2e3ca411-0132-45cb-b2e6-bffa2f3a4b2c.mp3" length="27640900" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:54</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode></item><item><title>18. Confidence After Loss</title><itunes:title>Confidence After Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I discuss why we lack confidence during this time in our lives, the beliefs that we have about our confidence that prevent us from working on it, and how you can build your confidence and self-confidence (yes, there is a difference) without having to change the world around you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/18" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/18</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me this week as I discuss why we lack confidence during this time in our lives, the beliefs that we have about our confidence that prevent us from working on it, and how you can build your confidence and self-confidence (yes, there is a difference) without having to change the world around you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/18" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/18</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/18]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9f041fa4b6464aa5ac00710dfc9f33e6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/41e6a147-242a-407d-9262-185e88a93219.mp3" length="25546093" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>30:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode></item><item><title>Bonus Episode: Special Announcement</title><itunes:title>Bonus Episode: Special Announcement</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ever wished for a customized program to help you move through the parts of grief that are keeping you stuck? Something to teach you the tools that grief support groups and therapy haven’t? An online way to learn from someone who has already helped hundreds of widowed moms create futures they love?</p><p> </p><p>If this is you, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.CoachingWithKrista.com</a>&nbsp;and click on “request a consultation” now.</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ever wished for a customized program to help you move through the parts of grief that are keeping you stuck? Something to teach you the tools that grief support groups and therapy haven’t? An online way to learn from someone who has already helped hundreds of widowed moms create futures they love?</p><p> </p><p>If this is you, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.CoachingWithKrista.com</a>&nbsp;and click on “request a consultation” now.</p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c1099c88b80347e5b9f3e2a5ef087127</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2019 21:23:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/11449d9b-a2b2-4bc5-9a7c-3dc40a2bc4ee.mp3" length="13248583" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>15:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>bonus</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>17. Making Friends with Grief</title><itunes:title>Making Friends with Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week and discover why grief is something we will never be able to leave behind, but also why that in itself is not a bad thing. This is a short and sweet episode, and the concept might be a little daunting to wrap your head around, but I wouldn’t be sharing it if I didn’t think it was 100% true.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/17" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/17</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week and discover why grief is something we will never be able to leave behind, but also why that in itself is not a bad thing. This is a short and sweet episode, and the concept might be a little daunting to wrap your head around, but I wouldn’t be sharing it if I didn’t think it was 100% true.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/17" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/17</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/17]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9cbdc32ae99e4b559eba1433a2727cd1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 23 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/75e01aee-9e60-420e-928f-7cfc9e8e40f7.mp3" length="14899787" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode></item><item><title>16. Handling His Stuff</title><itunes:title>Handling His Stuff</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as I share some of the mental drama that occurs when deciding what to do with your person’s possessions. I’m also giving you my personal journey through handling my husband’s belongings, just in case there’s something that resonates with you in there. This process is different for everyone, but I’ve got some considerations for you that might make this process a little less daunting for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/16" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/16</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as I share some of the mental drama that occurs when deciding what to do with your person’s possessions. I’m also giving you my personal journey through handling my husband’s belongings, just in case there’s something that resonates with you in there. This process is different for everyone, but I’ve got some considerations for you that might make this process a little less daunting for you.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/16" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/16</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/16]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d1edc90cfc7f4e45bf6dfc31be6fa2a8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b441922b-1d55-4265-84a1-50fa5edfec16.mp3" length="27450730" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>32:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode></item><item><title>15. Who Am I Now? Redefining Our Identity After Loss</title><itunes:title>Who Am I Now? Redefining Our Identity After Loss</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as I discuss why we believe that we have lost our identity, what gets in the way of us really trying to define ourselves after loss, and how we can reframe our thoughts, allowing us to redefine our identity without having to look outside of ourselves. I’ve been there and, trust me, it isn’t easy, but it <em>is</em> possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/15" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/15</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tune in this week as I discuss why we believe that we have lost our identity, what gets in the way of us really trying to define ourselves after loss, and how we can reframe our thoughts, allowing us to redefine our identity without having to look outside of ourselves. I’ve been there and, trust me, it isn’t easy, but it <em>is</em> possible.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/15" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/15</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/15]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">49dc450412b144de9706a8d7e542435d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c3d049f0-452f-404e-a968-3cc65e0ebf0a.mp3" length="19407971" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode></item><item><title>14. Helping Your Children Grieve</title><itunes:title>Helping Your Children Grieve</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>How to use your own grief experience to help your child get through theirs. It’s impossible for us to <em>make</em> them feel better, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help them get to a better place. I’m sharing some things to consider and thoughts you should keep an eye on, as well as some amazing resources so that you are truly never alone in this.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/14" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/14</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How to use your own grief experience to help your child get through theirs. It’s impossible for us to <em>make</em> them feel better, but that doesn’t mean we can’t help them get to a better place. I’m sharing some things to consider and thoughts you should keep an eye on, as well as some amazing resources so that you are truly never alone in this.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/14" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/14</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/14]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">516113bb1b614e748c3eacb01a95a472</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 02 Sep 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bd4b9459-f15a-4c9d-9cc6-bc9e2dd3b5bd.mp3" length="26631540" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode></item><item><title>13. Dealing with the Have-Tos</title><itunes:title>Dealing with the Have-Tos</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This week we're discussing the "have-tos" and pressure that we pile on ourselves and why it doesn't have to be this way. We'll talk about why we disempower ourselves when we tell ourselves we "have to" do things and how to coach ourselves out of this mindset. I'll also share some client stories with you about <em>choosing</em> to do things rather than feeling obligated to do them, and why this can be such a positive mental shift.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/13" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/13</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This week we're discussing the "have-tos" and pressure that we pile on ourselves and why it doesn't have to be this way. We'll talk about why we disempower ourselves when we tell ourselves we "have to" do things and how to coach ourselves out of this mindset. I'll also share some client stories with you about <em>choosing</em> to do things rather than feeling obligated to do them, and why this can be such a positive mental shift.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/13" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/13</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/13]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4f44051415934db4b7fac290d64a63ad</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 26 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b122746-cd1a-42d3-b0ec-f5a28a57369f.mp3" length="14632085" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>17:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode></item><item><title>12. Owning It</title><itunes:title>Owning It</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Trying to have a say in the actions of others or the events of our lives makes us feel like we’re doing something about our situation, but it’s actually taking focus off the things we can have a say over – the things that will help us grow from our trauma.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Tune into the podcast this week to discover how owning it in the right way will start benefitting you <em>right now.</em> There are four things you can own in this lifetime, and I want you to own them from a place of self-love and compassion.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/12" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/12</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Trying to have a say in the actions of others or the events of our lives makes us feel like we’re doing something about our situation, but it’s actually taking focus off the things we can have a say over – the things that will help us grow from our trauma.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>Tune into the podcast this week to discover how owning it in the right way will start benefitting you <em>right now.</em> There are four things you can own in this lifetime, and I want you to own them from a place of self-love and compassion.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/12" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/12</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/12]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8af64a5cc7f14c6f81adf88bc21d1212</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 19 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/321682ee-9054-4a45-abd2-1f0e902e37b0.mp3" length="23428230" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>27:53</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode></item><item><title>11. Deathiversaries</title><itunes:title>Deathiversaries</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we're talking about how to think about the anniversary of your husband's death in a way that honors your feelings and capacity on the day. Just like grief, there's no one way to approach this day. We'll dig into why people have expectations about how you "should" act, why you should leave those "shoulds" behind, and how to feel confident determining your own desires around this day. I also share some great ideas for remembering, celebrating, or just thinking quietly about your husband, both on your own and alongside your loved ones.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/11" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/11</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we're talking about how to think about the anniversary of your husband's death in a way that honors your feelings and capacity on the day. Just like grief, there's no one way to approach this day. We'll dig into why people have expectations about how you "should" act, why you should leave those "shoulds" behind, and how to feel confident determining your own desires around this day. I also share some great ideas for remembering, celebrating, or just thinking quietly about your husband, both on your own and alongside your loved ones.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/11" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/11</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/11]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">26e120a72da646dd867425bc0b6ed643</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 12 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0012bf10-c024-4542-b502-b3de541d1f73.mp3" length="18366749" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:52</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode></item><item><title>10. Lessons I’ve Learned Since My Husband Died</title><itunes:title>Lessons I’ve Learned Since My Husband Died</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>I've learned so much since my husband died: about myself and what I'm capable of; about my children and how resilient they are; and about life and how to live it. Things have, of course, not always been easy without him. But there have been so many opportunities for learning and growth since he passed away, too.</p><p> </p><p>I wanted to share some of these lessons with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/10" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/10</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I've learned so much since my husband died: about myself and what I'm capable of; about my children and how resilient they are; and about life and how to live it. Things have, of course, not always been easy without him. But there have been so many opportunities for learning and growth since he passed away, too.</p><p> </p><p>I wanted to share some of these lessons with you today.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/10" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/10</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/10]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a044be09c2864c2cb1fa3351710e3829</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 05 Aug 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8a2fbcf5-e76c-4a39-9ea3-ab38c93037ea.mp3" length="24825658" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>29:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode></item><item><title>9. Pain Vs. Suffering</title><itunes:title>Pain Vs. Suffering</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>We often don't recognize that there is a difference between <em>pain</em> and <em>suffering.</em> They're actually completely different in that one of them is part and parcel of the human experience by design, and the other is completely optional. Today, I want to clarify the difference to help you create a new story, to see that the suffering you might be experiencing is totally changeable.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/9</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We often don't recognize that there is a difference between <em>pain</em> and <em>suffering.</em> They're actually completely different in that one of them is part and parcel of the human experience by design, and the other is completely optional. Today, I want to clarify the difference to help you create a new story, to see that the suffering you might be experiencing is totally changeable.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/9</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/9]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bb17adfbc5bb459d84b20346169e81c1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6b4d3b34-c8c3-424a-8e53-338c89136cee.mp3" length="17169038" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>20:26</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode></item><item><title>8. Post-Traumatic Growth</title><itunes:title>Post-Traumatic Growth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I'm introducing you to the concept of post-traumatic growth. We'll talk about the definition of trauma and why it's a unique experience for everybody, why it's an inevitable part of life, and why trauma can be a springboard for growth. I'll also talk to you about why you don't have to have experienced PTSD in order to experience post-traumatic growth.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/8</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I'm introducing you to the concept of post-traumatic growth. We'll talk about the definition of trauma and why it's a unique experience for everybody, why it's an inevitable part of life, and why trauma can be a springboard for growth. I'll also talk to you about why you don't have to have experienced PTSD in order to experience post-traumatic growth.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/8" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/8</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/8]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">72dcc207ce0c41279e7625f1a3fba7b1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e7c1cc3b-269d-45d2-b174-ed881815854e.mp3" length="26124652" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>31:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode></item><item><title>7. The Stories We Tell</title><itunes:title>The Stories We Tell</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Today I want to tell you the same story three times, each with a different interpretation.&nbsp;I want you to listen closely and notice the differences between these three versions of the same story. And then I want you to apply this concept to your own life. What stories are you telling yourself that no longer serve you?&nbsp;This isn't an easy task, but it's an incredibly valuable practice - and I hope it helps you as much as it's helped me.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/7</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Today I want to tell you the same story three times, each with a different interpretation.&nbsp;I want you to listen closely and notice the differences between these three versions of the same story. And then I want you to apply this concept to your own life. What stories are you telling yourself that no longer serve you?&nbsp;This isn't an easy task, but it's an incredibly valuable practice - and I hope it helps you as much as it's helped me.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/7</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/7]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">87c5bbea0ece4b1691f2f49a6e1dc22f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/37625576-6929-4e32-9cca-09b31932e02e.mp3" length="24074090" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>28:40</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode></item><item><title>6. Widow Fog</title><itunes:title>Widow Fog</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In today's episode, we'll talk about what widow fog is, some of its common symptoms, and why your brain protects yourself in this way. I share some of my own experiences with widow fog and talk about a bit of the science behind this phenomenon. And, most importantly, I offer some tips for how to handle widow fog and how to have compassion for yourself as your brain heals from its emotional loss.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/6</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In today's episode, we'll talk about what widow fog is, some of its common symptoms, and why your brain protects yourself in this way. I share some of my own experiences with widow fog and talk about a bit of the science behind this phenomenon. And, most importantly, I offer some tips for how to handle widow fog and how to have compassion for yourself as your brain heals from its emotional loss.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/6</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/6]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0dfb281e1a074759800fca8b518b2857</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/62bcd9e8-f214-45e2-a0dc-381bb2378833.mp3" length="17705531" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>21:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode></item><item><title>5. Powerful Questions for Widows</title><itunes:title>Powerful Questions for Widows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I'm talking about powerful questions for widows and how to make the most of your brain's natural filter. We'll walk through some of the different questions that widows commonly ask themselves and why our questions so often reinforce our current beliefs. We'll cover how you can start asking neutral or even positive questions about the world that will serve you far more than negative questions ever could.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/5</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I'm talking about powerful questions for widows and how to make the most of your brain's natural filter. We'll walk through some of the different questions that widows commonly ask themselves and why our questions so often reinforce our current beliefs. We'll cover how you can start asking neutral or even positive questions about the world that will serve you far more than negative questions ever could.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/5</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/5]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">39cce0c3a5074cc5b1bfdd2e2f89b4ae</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 01 Jul 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b4515ee7-5412-4c58-8ed4-0745857b52c9.mp3" length="19792683" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>23:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode></item><item><title>4. The Widowed Mom’s Bill of Rights</title><itunes:title>The Widowed Mom’s Bill of Rights</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>This is a list of twenty-five things I hope you remember when people around you are questioning your grieving process, asking if you’re okay, or telling you that it’s time to move on. Many people are well-meaning but don’t have any real idea how to comfort someone who’s grieving; you are ultimately the only person that knows what's right for you. It’s important to remind yourself that you’re entitled to grieve however you want and need to – and this list might be exactly the reminder you need.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/4</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a list of twenty-five things I hope you remember when people around you are questioning your grieving process, asking if you’re okay, or telling you that it’s time to move on. Many people are well-meaning but don’t have any real idea how to comfort someone who’s grieving; you are ultimately the only person that knows what's right for you. It’s important to remind yourself that you’re entitled to grieve however you want and need to – and this list might be exactly the reminder you need.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/4" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/4</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/4]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">70947839e8ac49f2b9b22e18bb218b75</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/35544ebf-fea7-4fd1-9c99-a7bbefb2fb1b.mp3" length="27956527" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>33:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode></item><item><title>3. How to Feel Better Now</title><itunes:title>How to Feel Better Now</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Join me today as I break down the three most common ways of dealing with emotion and why they are not serving you. I'm also offering you a fourth way to process your emotions that will help you to start feeling better right now. This tremendously valuable skill is something that will serve you forever.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/3</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join me today as I break down the three most common ways of dealing with emotion and why they are not serving you. I'm also offering you a fourth way to process your emotions that will help you to start feeling better right now. This tremendously valuable skill is something that will serve you forever.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/3</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/3]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">172e22d098ad451bbb9299d4dcac471e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2019 07:01:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/45eb3d48-6285-420e-b85e-e855277cc23b.mp3" length="18826824" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>22:25</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode></item><item><title>2. Myths of Grief</title><itunes:title>Myths of Grief</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m sharing six myths of grief and walking through why each one is inaccurate. I talk about why grief is a normal, natural response to loss and why some common platitudes about grieving are so off-base. I also offer up some suggestions for moving through grief without forcing yourself to bury emotions or grieve in solitude.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/2</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, I’m sharing six myths of grief and walking through why each one is inaccurate. I talk about why grief is a normal, natural response to loss and why some common platitudes about grieving are so off-base. I also offer up some suggestions for moving through grief without forcing yourself to bury emotions or grieve in solitude.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/2" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/2</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/2]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7638e1ecada744e09c81234db532a359</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2019 07:00:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0ee36014-a51e-42f0-aaf1-e6d9cf4ac4b5.mp3" length="16352027" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>19:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode></item><item><title>1. Game On!</title><itunes:title>Game On!</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the first episode of <em>The Widowed Mom Podcast</em>. I am pleased to be here with you and honored that you’re joining me in this new endeavor that I know will change many lives, including mine.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>To begin our journey together, I want to tell you a little bit about me and how I got here, what you can expect from the podcast (and what you can be sure not to get), and a brief, inspirational story that I love. I will also be teaching you something that you can use right now to help you get unstuck.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/1</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the first episode of <em>The Widowed Mom Podcast</em>. I am pleased to be here with you and honored that you’re joining me in this new endeavor that I know will change many lives, including mine.&nbsp;</p><p> </p><p>To begin our journey together, I want to tell you a little bit about me and how I got here, what you can expect from the podcast (and what you can be sure not to get), and a brief, inspirational story that I love. I will also be teaching you something that you can use right now to help you get unstuck.</p><p> </p><p>Get full show notes and more information here:&nbsp;<a href="https://coachingwithkrista.com/1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://coachingwithkrista.com/1</a></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:</p><p><strong>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back!</strong></p><p>The Mom Goes On Spring Pass is back by popular demand. This is the place where you can bring what’s on your mind, hear other widows navigating the same kind of issues, and realize you’re not alone in this. This is how you start trusting yourself again. Not by figuring it all out ahead of time, but by being supported as you go. We start May 6th, 2026, and doors close May 4th, 2026. If you’re ready for this kind of support, go to: https://coachingwithkrista.com/springpass/utm_source=podcast</p><p><a href="https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/springpass">Get your Mom Goes On Spring Pass</a></p>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://coachingwithkrista.com/1]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d04e95b860c942879eebac3a52363ce8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/8fb9278b-6d59-49a6-af22-f659d93af262/Podcast-Cover-3000x3000-1.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2019 14:40:00 -0400</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7debda6a-d608-480e-a84d-a2a662ef6fa1.mp3" length="20772776" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>24:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode></item></channel></rss>