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Widowed 2 Soon; Advice on Faith, Mental Health, and Dating Again

Michelle Bader Ebersole
Grief
Faith
Widowhood
Mental Health
Community Support
Widows
Parenting
Widow Goals
Cancer
Christianity
Blended Families
Healing
Marriage
Loss
Self-Care
Dating After Loss
God
Life After Loss
Support Groups
Grief and Healing

Through raw stories and practical wisdom, widow Michelle helps others find healing and connection in the widow journey while raising teens.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes259Founded5 years ago
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Artwork for Widowed 2 Soon; Advice on Faith, Mental Health, and Dating Again

Latest Episodes

In this episode of Widowed 2 Soon, Michelle Bader Ebersole continues the Widow Goals series by exploring Goal #4: Remember to Take Care of Yourself. After the loss of a spouse, self-care often feels unimportant—or even impossible. When you're simply ... more

In this episode of the Widow Goals series, Michelle Bader Ebersole talks about Goal #2 from Widow Goals: Let the Tears Flow Freely.

Grief isn’t something you can skip over, stuff down, or outrun. Eventually, you have to go through it. Michelle share... more

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In this episode of the Widow Goals Series, Michelle Bader Ebersole talks about one of the most important things a widow can do after loss: build her tribe.

Michelle shares how she began creating a support system while her husband Luke was sick—and h... more

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Widow Goals Series Kickoff: Get Out of Bed

In this episode of Widowed 2 Soon, Michelle Bader Ebersole kicks off a brand-new Widow Goals series, going back to the heart of the message that started it all.

Before Widow Goals became a nonprofit, a boo... more

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Stacey Campbell Lawson
Early advocate for Widow Community, frequent contributor to the podcast
Widow Community
Episode: 245- The Power of Widow Community: How Friendship, Faith, and Shared Grief Bring Hope
Kim Lentz
Widow who speaks about impact of community on healing
Widow Community
Episode: 245- The Power of Widow Community: How Friendship, Faith, and Shared Grief Bring Hope
Debbie Sushak
Widow who joined early and advocates for community
Widow Community
Episode: 245- The Power of Widow Community: How Friendship, Faith, and Shared Grief Bring Hope
Jen Forten
Retreat coordinator, former baby widow turned organizer
Widow Goals Retreat
Episode: 245- The Power of Widow Community: How Friendship, Faith, and Shared Grief Bring Hope
Tammy Shipman/Miller
Local group participant and long-time member
Widow Community
Episode: 245- The Power of Widow Community: How Friendship, Faith, and Shared Grief Bring Hope
Patty Gallegos Day
Widow who contributes to community and events
Widow Community
Episode: 245- The Power of Widow Community: How Friendship, Faith, and Shared Grief Bring Hope
Patti Comeau-Simonson
Peer grief specialist and author
Independent author/grief expert
Episode: 243- Recipes for Healing: Turning Pain into Purpose with Patti Comeau-Simonson
Wendy Bower
Author of Gratitude Attack
Author; Gratitude Attack
Episode: 242- Rebuilding Life Through Gratitude and Faith with Wendy Bower
Jennifer DeMatteo
Widow, author of Still Loving, Still Living; survivor and speaker
Author, Still Loving, Still Living
Episode: 241- Finding Hope Through Journaling and Faith with Jennifer DeMatteo

Host

Michelle Bader-Ebersole
Host of Widowed 2 Soon; leads interviews, guides community-building initiatives, and anchors the show's faith-based grief guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Finding Joy, Again

    Michelle was an amazing host! Telling my story to someone who has been on her own grief journey, and found her purpose because of it, she listened, and asked questions and made my experience as a guest very comfortable. Thank you for what you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Patti 1000
    United States5 months ago
  • Authentic, caring and sharing the love of God

    Michelle is a lovely and knowledgeable host. Her heart for her listeners is authentic and caring. In sharing God’s presence in our hurting we can have hope. Our time together was a blessing to me. I would highly recommend Michelle and her podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kegr88
    United States6 months ago
  • Even the Angels Tuned In for This One...

    There are times in life when our angels guide us to make a connection. When Michelle heard of my story and asked me to be on her show, my answer was instantly "YES". After losing my beloved wife Tina in December 2024, part of my mission as a speaker has been to share my Grief Journey, so that it can help others who may be in pain. Our conversation was effortless and certainly helped with my healing. From the bottom of my heart, I say "Thank you" to Michelle, and I hope our time together creates ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steve Gamlin
    United States10 months ago
  • Kind and Generous Host Allows for Authentic Stories

    Michelle is so kind and generous. She's a wonderful host and we had so much fun talking about organizing! She made it super easy to jump on her show, connect, and tell stories. I loved my experience!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MGraceLA
    United States10 months ago
  • Amazing interview and wisdom

    Michelle is absolutely fantastic. We connected on a personal level as well as a spiritual level and she asks such insightful questions and has SO much wisdom to share. All Christians who want to help a friend or loved one should be listening to this podcast, whether they are personally suffering or not. HIGHLY recommend this podcast!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lara Silverman
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Community-focused episodes are considered highly helpful and encouraging for widows.
Feedback highlights supportive, non-lecturing tone and practical takeaways.
Guests frequently praise the host for authenticity and empathetic listening.
Listeners value the uplifting, faith-forward approach to grief.
Some listeners wish for less proselytizing and more neutral/clinical approaches.

Talking Points

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242- Rebuilding Life Through Gratitude and Faith with Wendy Bower
Q: What does it mean to be erased by family, and how did that affect you?
Being erased by family is a painful form of grief where living relatives cut you off and you feel as if you never existed; Wendy explains it as a complicated, ongoing grief that intensified after divorce and contributed to a deeply challenging emotional landscape she had to navigate while rebuilding her life.
241- Finding Hope Through Journaling and Faith with Jennifer DeMatteo
Q: What helped you most during the early days of grieving?
Jennifer explains that journaling, running, and finding a private, customizable outlet for grief helped anchor her during the hardest times, and publishing a guided journal provided a resource for others.
239- Finding Love & Purpose Again After Loss: Marlys Lawry Johnson's Journey Through Grief, Purpose, and Remarriage
Q: How did you meet Dan and decide to move forward with remarriage?
Marliss shares meeting Dan through a setup by a friend, their companionship built through shared interests like hiking, and the moment she faced fears about remarriage before deciding to say yes and embrace a new life together.
239- Finding Love & Purpose Again After Loss: Marlys Lawry Johnson's Journey Through Grief, Purpose, and Remarriage
Q: What happened after Gary's passing and how did you find a new purpose?
Post-widowhood Marliss describes seeking purpose through writing, grandchildren activities, and launching advocacy by helping other widows, including the development of a nonprofit and authoring books that chronicled her journey.
239- Finding Love & Purpose Again After Loss: Marlys Lawry Johnson's Journey Through Grief, Purpose, and Remarriage
Q: What was life like with Gary after marriage, and how did the illness unfold?
Gary was affectionate and reliable; he managed his illness with dignity, and Marliss recalls the slow progression and the long years of shared life before his passing, emphasizing the quality of care and enduring love.

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The show centers on widowhood, faith, mental health, and rebuilding after loss, often weaving in practical guidance for healing, community building, and dating again. Episodes spotlight personal testimonies, faith-based resilience, and actionable resources such as retreats, journaling, and support networks, with a strong emphasis on transforming grief into purpose. A standout element is the integration of faith with pragmatic steps—community leadership, coaching offerings, and a robust online and in-person support ecosystem that helps widows navigate parenting, dating, and reinvention.

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1. Stacey Campbell Lawson
2. Kim Lentz
3. Debbie Sushak
4. Jen Forten
5. Tammy Shipman/Miller
6. Patty Gallegos Day
7. Patti Comeau-Simonson
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