Widow
Navigating Widowhood for Baby Boomers
The loss of a life partner often marks a significant turning point in one’s life. For Baby Boomers, the experience of becoming a widow can be especially challenging, having shared decades of life together with their spouse. In this ever-evolving world, adapting to life post-loss can be a daunting task.
Our section aims to provide support and guidance to widowed Baby Boomers, shedding light on practical aspects such as financial planning and Estate management, as well as emotional aspects like grieving and reconnecting with life. We also share stories from others who have walked the same path, offering you a sense of community and understanding.
In essence, we’re here to help you navigate through this challenging phase, equipping you with the tools and insights you need to power through and rediscover a sense of purpose and fulfillment in the life after marriage and becoming a widow.
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After being a caregiver for her parents and husband, Jennifer O’Brien is empowering caregivers so they come through it healthy physically, emotionally, financially, and mentally. In her new book Care Boss, Jennifer has designed strategies and resources to support caregivers. Her 35+ years in h…
After being a caregiver for her parents and husband, Jennifer O’Brien is empowering caregivers so they come through it healthy physically, emotionally, financially, and mentally. In her new book C…
After being a caregiver for her parents and husband, Jennifer O’Brien is empowering caregivers so they come through it healthy physically, emotionally, financially, and mentally. In her new book Care Boss, Jennifer has designed strategies and resources to support caregivers. Her 35+ years in healthcare leadership, partnered with all her years as an unpaid family caregiver, equipped her to write the guidebook that caregivers can use to navigate the care of their Person. If you’re one of the over 54 million unpaid caregivers across the U.S., the advice that Care Boss offers is a gre…
Helen Bauer
January 24, 2025 
Today's Mystery: The widow of a man who was shot asks Slade to hide the body.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 16, 1964Originating in HollywoodStarring: William Wintersole as Mathew Slade; Norman Belkin; Joyce Reed; Michael Fox; William O'ConnellAired as Starlight Mystery Theater. Also known as …
Today's Mystery: The widow of a man who was shot asks Slade to hide the body.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 16, 1964Originating in HollywoodStarring: William Wintersole as Mathew Slade; Norman …
Today's Mystery: The widow of a man who was shot asks Slade to hide the body.Original Radio Broadcast Date: August 16, 1964Originating in HollywoodStarring: William Wintersole as Mathew Slade; Norman Belkin; Joyce Reed; Michael Fox; William O'ConnellAired as Starlight Mystery Theater. Also known as Matthew Slade, Private Investigator.Support the show monthly at https://patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day:Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.netMail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the listener survey at http…
Adam Graham
January 21, 2025 
In this second episode in a two part series featuring Dr. Harvey Chochinov, we’re talking about The Platinum Rule. Providing care through the lens of the end of life provider doesn’t fully recognize the personhood of the patient. Dr. Chochinov teaches us about The Platinum Rule - treating …
In this second episode in a two part series featuring Dr. Harvey Chochinov, we’re talking about The Platinum Rule. Providing care through the lens of the end of life provider doesn’t fully recog…
In this second episode in a two part series featuring Dr. Harvey Chochinov, we’re talking about The Platinum Rule. Providing care through the lens of the end of life provider doesn’t fully recognize the personhood of the patient. Dr. Chochinov teaches us about The Platinum Rule - treating others the way they want to be treated, instead of how we would want to be treated if the situation was ours.Connect with Dr. Harvey ChochinovWebsite: dignityincare.ca Virtualhospice.caSocial media: Twitter: @HMChochinov LinkedIn: Harvey Max ChochinovPurchase your copy of Dign…
Helen Bauer
January 17, 2025 
On today's Friday Q&A show we discuss: 1:35 Should I just pay for a second citizenship and get it done with? 7:44 How do I provide financial coaching for a 70-year-old widow? 24:50 How do I get on the same page re: asset allocation with my husband? 47:51 What can I do to save money on my 2024 t…
On today's Friday Q&A show we discuss: 1:35 Should I just pay for a second citizenship and get it done with? 7:44 How do I provide financial coaching for a 70-year-old widow? 24:50 How do I get o…
On today's Friday Q&A show we discuss: 1:35 Should I just pay for a second citizenship and get it done with? 7:44 How do I provide financial coaching for a 70-year-old widow? 24:50 How do I get on the same page re: asset allocation with my husband? 47:51 What can I do to save money on my 2024 taxes? 55:08 I'm going to church for the first time...what should I expect? 1:06:34 I live tax-free in Bermuda. How can I invest tax-free too? Enjoy! Join me on next week's Q&A show: www.patreon.com/radicalpersonalfinance Get my Recommended Reading List here: www.radicalbooklist.com Make 20…
Joshua Sheats
January 10, 2025 
Dr. Harvey Chochinov is teaching us how to go beyond providing healthcare to provide health-caring for the people we serve. Patients are people before they need to engage with the healthcare system. That personhood should be supported and validated with compassion and dignity. Dr. Chochinov ha…
Dr. Harvey Chochinov is teaching us how to go beyond providing healthcare to provide health-caring for the people we serve. Patients are people before they need to engage with the healthcare system.…
Dr. Harvey Chochinov is teaching us how to go beyond providing healthcare to provide health-caring for the people we serve. Patients are people before they need to engage with the healthcare system. That personhood should be supported and validated with compassion and dignity. Dr. Chochinov has also led a large program of research on dignity within the healthcare setting, which includes the development and study of Dignity Therapy. As a Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Manitoba and a Senior Scientist at CancerCare Manitoba Research Institute, Dr. Chochinov rem…
Helen Bauer
January 10, 2025 
Barbara Ellison always wanted to have a TV show. Since waking up from her widow’s fog after her husband died when she was in her early 60’s, she has not stood still. She says, “I had no idea who I was, or what I was meant to do. The labels attached to me - mother, daughter, wife, those I under…
Barbara Ellison always wanted to have a TV show. Since waking up from her widow’s fog after her husband died when she was in her early 60’s, she has not stood still. She says, “I had no idea who…
Barbara Ellison always wanted to have a TV show. Since waking up from her widow’s fog after her husband died when she was in her early 60’s, she has not stood still. She says, “I had no idea who I was, or what I was meant to do. The labels attached to me - mother, daughter, wife, those I understood but who was Barbara?” The Ultimate Game of Life coaching program gave her a lifeline and she has not stopped since. From traveling via RV to co-hosting a radio show and streaming live on Linked In, Barbara is a motivational speaker who opens her heart and shares her wisdom. Today she is the …
Gail Zelitzky & Catherine Marienau
January 7, 2025 
"You can bring back the color and the light." - Kelci JagerKelci Jagger shares her powerful and emotional story of overcoming tragic loss and grief through the support of her community and finding power in living in the light. Her incredible journey chronicles a series of tragic events including a d…
"You can bring back the color and the light." - Kelci JagerKelci Jagger shares her powerful and emotional story of overcoming tragic loss and grief through the support of her community and finding pow…
"You can bring back the color and the light." - Kelci JagerKelci Jagger shares her powerful and emotional story of overcoming tragic loss and grief through the support of her community and finding power in living in the light. Her incredible journey chronicles a series of tragic events including a dangerous accident with her two sons and her husband’s heart-breaking leukemia diagnosis. Losing a loved one can be one of the most painful experiences we go through in life, and it's often hard to imagine how we can move forward without them. If you're struggling with grief or loss, Kel…
JJ Elliott Hill
January 7, 2025 
What if grief could inspire healing? Dive into Michael Sudman’s deeply moving story of turning daily updates during his wife’s final days into a journal of love, grace, and purpose.In today's episode, I'm joined by the Family Law Attorney and Writer Michael Sudman. Michael shares his journey o…
What if grief could inspire healing? Dive into Michael Sudman’s deeply moving story of turning daily updates during his wife’s final days into a journal of love, grace, and purpose.In today's epis…
What if grief could inspire healing? Dive into Michael Sudman’s deeply moving story of turning daily updates during his wife’s final days into a journal of love, grace, and purpose.In today's episode, I'm joined by the Family Law Attorney and Writer Michael Sudman. Michael shares his journey of navigating grief and finding healing through writing after the loss of his wife, Cheryl. He reveals his deeply personal experience of losing his wife to pancreatic cancer and how that led him to embrace writing as a way to process grief and connect with others.Throughout this episode, Michael reco…
Emily Thiroux Threatt
December 17, 2024 
Today's Mystery: The widow of a kindly doctor is accused of his murder but she suspects a rough-looking character who showed up for medical care and then disappeared.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 17, 1952Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the Falcon, Chuck Webster as Sergeant C…
Today's Mystery: The widow of a kindly doctor is accused of his murder but she suspects a rough-looking character who showed up for medical care and then disappeared.Original Radio Broadcast Date: Feb…
Today's Mystery: The widow of a kindly doctor is accused of his murder but she suspects a rough-looking character who showed up for medical care and then disappeared.Original Radio Broadcast Date: February 17, 1952Originating from New YorkStarred: Les Damon as the Falcon, Chuck Webster as Sergeant Corbett, Larry HainesSupport the show monthly at patreon.greatdetectives.netPatreon Supporter of the Day: Doug, Patreon Supporter since September 2023Support the show on a one-time basis at http://support.greatdetectives.net.Mail a donation to: Adam Graham, PO Box 15913, Boise, Idaho 83715Take the li…
Adam Graham
December 9, 2024 
Which part of your house is the health area in the ancient art of Feng Shui? We tell you at 34:26 from Diane:Creating a life of passion, grace and ease are the hallmarks of my life, and it is my pleasure to share some of my favorite ways to make real change. I believe that if we each do our o…
Which part of your house is the health area in the ancient art of Feng Shui? We tell you at 34:26 from Diane:Creating a life of passion, grace and ease are the hallmarks of my life, and it is my p…
Which part of your house is the health area in the ancient art of Feng Shui? We tell you at 34:26 from Diane:Creating a life of passion, grace and ease are the hallmarks of my life, and it is my pleasure to share some of my favorite ways to make real change. I believe that if we each do our own work, we will be kinder to each other, and if we are kinder to each other, we can have peace in the world. I know this sounds ridiculously simplistic (especially in light of our current situation in 2024) and yet, I believe it AND, with these principles in mine, live my life. Easley Real E…
D.Lisa West
November 22, 2024 
