Monthly Archives: June 2023

In this thought-provoking episode, Palma Polesel is once again joined by her guest and friend, Richard Dri to discuss the complexity of societal expectations many widows face, including dating, mourning periods, and how to honor a loved one.

Join their conversation about:

Common expectations of Widows/widowers
How to curb pressures from your workplace
Why it’s important to your grief journey and your sanity to ignore comments and unwanted opinions from others
The expectation of taking care of your deceased spouse’s parents
And more

Resources:

“The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying” by Bronnie Ware
Transforming Pain into Power: How Can Grief Triggers Foster Healing? (Ep. 4)
The Princess Margaret Ride to Conquer Cancer

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Transforming Pain into Power: How Can Grief Triggers Foster Healing? (Ep. 4)

June 15, 2023Education, Finances, Retirement, Uncategorized, WidowedFamily, Financial Planner, Funerals, Grief, Grief Triggers, Losing A Loved One, Losing A Spouse, Loved Ones, My Widowed Life, Personal Finance, Podcast, Surviving Spouse, Triggers, Widow, Widower, WidowhoodMyWidowedLife

After losing your spouse, it is very common to experience triggers of grief from things like their favourite song or restaurant, your wedding anniversary, or even something as simple as coming across an old belonging of theirs.

In this release, Palma Polesel invites her friend and fellow widow, Richard Dri onto the show to provide some personal insight and guidance for navigating the many grief triggers that can occur after the death of a spouse.

Listen in as Palma and Richard discuss:

Common grief triggers and strategies to help you cope
Why it’s important to give yourself grace and understanding during a moment of grief
How to prepare for when you know a possible trigger event is coming up (holidays, birthdays, etc)
The concept of avoidance – when it’s healthy and when it’s not
And more

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Helping You Heal After Loss: Grief and Mental Health Resources (Ep. 3)

June 8, 2023Education, Finances, Retirement, Uncategorized, WidowedDeath, Dying, Financial Planner, Grief, Life After Loss, Mental Health, My Widowed Life, Personal Finance, Podcast, Sorrow, Surviving Spouse, Therapy, Widow, Widowed, Widower, WidowhoodMyWidowedLife

Have you experienced heartbreaking grief that has impacted your life?

Often, grief is not a feeling you can prepare for.

In this episode, Palma is once again joined by her recurring guest and friend, Richard Dri. Together they discuss the multifaceted nature of grief and its impact on our emotional well-being. Listen as they share their insights on the various stages of grief, coping mechanisms, and the importance of seeking professional help when navigating loss.

Hear their real-life experiences about:

How they leaned on mental health resources like therapy and journaling.
What symptoms they experienced during their grief and how they coped
The types and stages of grief that surviving spouses and their immediate family can experience
Strategies that they continue to enforce as they navigate widowhood
And more

Resources:

On Death and Dying by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross & David Kessler
My gratitude for your support during this difficult time in my life by Richard Dri
4 Lessons Learned Since Becoming Widowed by Richard Dri
Can being widowed make you a better person? by Richard Dri
Full Catastrophe Living: Using the Wisdom of Your Body and Mind to Face Stress, Pain, and Illness by Jon Kabat-Zinn
CAMH: The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Canadian Mental Health Association

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Can Our Journey Through Grief Guide Us to Acceptance? (Ep. 2)

June 1, 2023Education, Finances, Retirement, Uncategorized, WidowedBereavement, Community Grief, Emotional Well-being, Financial Advice, Grief, Loss, My Widowed Life, Podcast, Support, Surviving Spouse, Widow, Widower, WidowhoodMyWidowedLife

In this week’s episode, Palma Polesel and her guest, Richard Dri delve into the profound stages of grief, drawing inspiration from Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s groundbreaking book on the subject.

Join these two friends, who are also members of the widow community as they provide solace, guidance, and valuable lessons for those experiencing the complex emotions of grief.

Listen as they explore the intricacies of denial, anger, bargaining, and the many emotions that come with grieving the loss of a loved one.

In this episode, you will:

Learn the six stages of grief
Uncover valuable advice on making important decisions during the grieving period
Explore ways to make the grieving process easier
Learn how to avoid feeling guilty about the length of your coping journey
Discover the importance of communication and saying goodbye to loved ones
And more

Resources:

On Death and Dying by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
On Grief and Grieving: Finding the Meaning of Grief Through the Five Stages of Loss by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross & David Kessler
Autotrader
Princess Margaret Ovarian Cancer Study

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