Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. Tina

Breaking The Silence On Pregnancy Loss And The Path To Healing With Sharna Southan

One in four women experience pregnancy loss, yet the grief remains one of the most private and unspoken sorrows. If you've felt isolated, carrying the secret pain of a miscarriage or stillbirth, you are not alone. This conversation delves into the profound, often traumatic, experience of pregnancy loss—an identity-shattering event where many wonder, 'Did my loss even count?' Join pregnancy loss practitioner Sharna Southan [https://www.sharnasouthan.com/], who turned her own agonizing healing journey into a mission to support bereaved mothers. She shares why so many women struggle to find support, how unresolved trauma can affect your future health, and the incredible power of giving yourself permission to talk, breathe, and finally, be free. Discover the neurological impact of grief and the crucial steps to reclaim joy and wholeness after loss. I am sharing my experience of loving the same man for 32 years, a mother to two adult children, a retired military officer, a breast cancer survivor, and my connections with others.   Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts should reach out to a suicide hotline or local emergency number in their country: Psychology Today Suicide Hotlines and Prevention Resources Around the World [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide]. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/ [https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/]

Reigniting The Relationship Spark Through Poetry With Sedric Curvin

Words have the unique power of healing, restoration, and encouragement that you cannot find anywhere else. This is exactly what content creator Sedric Curvin [https://www.tiktok.com/@seddy_sed1?_r=1&_t=ZP-94NyMEdt6VC] is harnessing through his empowering poetry on TikTok. Tina Fornwald sits down with a non-widower guest who shares how he uses his creative talents to write poems and guide people on how to love, rediscover love, and reignite their purpose to love. He also discusses the role of forgiveness, empathy, and hope in continually improving and deepening his craft, enabling him to provide grieving people with the strength and inspiration they need. I am sharing my experience of loving the same man for 32 years, a mother to two adult children, a retired military officer, a breast cancer survivor, and my connections with others.   Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts should reach out to a suicide hotline or local emergency number in their country: Psychology Today Suicide Hotlines and Prevention Resources Around the World [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide]. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/ [https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/]

The IAP Model: How To Fix Communication Misunderstandings In Grief And Trauma With Patricia Timerman

When navigating the profound landscape of grief or trauma, communication often feels like crossing a minefield. Your mind is foggy, your support system is silent or saying the wrong things, and misunderstandings are inevitable. Why do our best intentions get lost in translation, and how can we repair these crucial connections? In this essential discussion, psychotherapist Dr. Patricia Timerman [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-patricia-timerman-barbosa-da-silva-302084156/] introduces her revolutionary IAP (Intention, Action, Perception) model. Discover the simple, actionable pattern you can use to bridge the communication gap, stop making hurtful assumptions, and confidently use your voice—even in your foggiest moments. Learn specific tools like the power of the "pause" and the use of code words to ensure you are heard, understood, and supported during your darkest times. If you're ready to fix communication misunderstandings and regain a sense of safety, this conversation is for you. I am sharing my experience of loving the same man for 32 years, a mother to two adult children, a retired military officer, a breast cancer survivor, and my connections with others.   Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts should reach out to a suicide hotline or local emergency number in their country: Psychology Today Suicide Hotlines and Prevention Resources Around the World [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide]. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/ [https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/]

Finding Presence In Grief With Ryan Justin Jackson

What if the secret to navigating your deepest grief isn't moving on, but simply standing still? In this moving conversation, storyteller and communication coach Ryan Justin Jackson [https://ryanjustinjackson.com/] shares his deeply personal experience of witnessing his father’s transition and the spiritual awakening that followed. Learn how finding stillness in the present moment can help you navigate the profound trauma of loss, release fear, and reconnect with a love that transcends death. I am sharing my experience of loving the same man for 32 years, a mother to two adult children, a retired military officer, a breast cancer survivor, and my connections with others.   Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts should reach out to a suicide hotline or local emergency number in their country: Psychology Today Suicide Hotlines and Prevention Resources Around the World [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide]. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/ [https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/]

Actively Grieving: Choosing Joy After Loss With Kari Driskell

Actively grieving is often described as a heavy shackle, yet Kari Driskell [https://www.karidriskell.com/] joins us to share the profound realization that while grief is lifelong, the state of active devastation does not have to be. As a widow who turned her personal loss into a "Heart Work" methodology, Kari discusses the vital distinction between the permanent presence of grief and the choice to move toward a sense of aliveness again. We explore the "messy and ugly" reality of parenting through acute loss, the importance of witnessing a friend's sadness without trying to "fix" it with a tissue, and how to nurture that tiny flame of hope that says life can be beautiful again. It is a raw, honest look at the "buffalo" mentality—running straight into the storm of healing to find the calm on the other side. I am sharing my experience of loving the same man for 32 years, a mother to two adult children, a retired military officer, a breast cancer survivor, and my connections with others.   Anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts should reach out to a suicide hotline or local emergency number in their country: Psychology Today Suicide Hotlines and Prevention Resources Around the World [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/suicide/suicide-prevention-hotlines-resources-worldwide]. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/ [https://widowhood-realtalkwithtina.org/]