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Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. Tina
Many people talk about the ups and downs of married life, but few prepare for the worst-case scenario when a spouse passes away. Marriage is a journey, a stage in life shared by two people on a path that is meant to be walked together. But what happens when you lose your partner? How does one deal with this permanent separation?
Welcome to Dr. Tina's Widowhood Real Talk, a safe space for widows and widowers, as well as their loved ones, to talk and listen to stories of love and loss.
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Episodes
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaA Double Widower’s Journey Through Dating, Healing, And Parenting With Isaac Byrd Jr. Part 2
In part two of our heartfelt conversation with Isaac Byrd Jr., a two-time widower navigating life at 42, we follow his journey of single parenting, dating, and…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaStories Of A Double Widower With Isaac Byrd Jr. Part 1
It is indeed not easy to deal with grief after losing someone dear to you. But what if you have to go through the same pain twice? Joining me in this…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaFrom Grief To Growth: How Financial Coaching Can Be Your Lifeline With Cheyenne Syverson
Feeling lost after a life change? Divorce, grief, or just tired of living paycheck to paycheck? This episode's your lifeline. Tina Fornwald talks with…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaFrom Despair To Summit: Following The Trail To Healing And Transformation With Keith McNally
Have you ever felt completely lost after a major life event? Tune in to this powerful episode, where Tina Fornwald welcomes Dr. Keith McNally to share his…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaA Mother’s Love: Navigating Grief After Losing An Angel With Jessica Garland
Join us for a deeply moving episode as we explore the profound journey of Jessica Garland, whose life was forever changed by unimaginable tragedy. From the…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaNavigating The Tough Part Of Grief Together With Tina Fornwald, Founder Of Widowhood Real Talk With Tina
Navigating the grief process is hard, and nobody knows just how tough it is better than the person who is going through it. But even the most challenging…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaHonoring My Mom, The Black Panther: A Trailblazer’s Legacy With Kimberly Anderson
This Mother's Day, let's celebrate the women who shape our lives with unwavering love, strength, and endless support. Join us for a deeply personal and…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaTraveling Through Grief: A Mother’s Loss Weeks Before Her Wedding With Jazmyn Kent
There’s no set timeline for healing; like a trip, there are unexpected turns, roadblocks, or challenges. And that path can be challenging when you lose your…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaFred Colby On How A Widower Handles His Grieving Process
There are almost four million widowers in the United States alone. Unfortunately, there are very limited resources and services available that could help them…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaHealing Through Grief: Insights From Soul Healer And Ascension Teacher, Isabelle Zimmerman
“We will not ascend as a species without going through our grief.” In this insightful episode, Tina Fornwald speaks with Isabelle Zimmerman, a Soul Healer and…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaCosmic Parenting: Raising Children As A Widow With Amy Balchune
When you lose a spouse that you had kids with, you’re not just losing a key part of your life. You’re also losing your biggest support in one of life’s biggest…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaCharniah Wilson: The Woman Behind Grief Is Ghetto
What happens if you utilize the vast reach of social media to spread the joy you discovered from your own sadness? This is exactly what Charniah Wilson is…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaA Deep Legal Talk On Grief With Lawyer Michelle Farley
Losing a loved one is not just a roller coaster of emotions; it is also an experience full of legalities and paperwork. In this episode, I sit down with lawyer…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaFrom Pain To Purpose: Navigating Through The Grief Journey With Jason Clawson
Prepare to embark on a deeply moving journey through the intricate landscape of grief, where pain transforms into purpose. In this episode, we unravel the…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaFollowing The Signs Of Loves With Gwen Wright
Trusting your own gut and intuition is never enough to keep a relationship strong and meaningful. You must also know how to read and follow the signs of loves…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaGrief, Loss, And Hope: The Unseen Blessings In Our Hardest Battles With Tony Lynch
Within the pain lies the power to transform. Today, Tony Lynch shares his journey to show that we all have inner strength and that our deepest wounds can lead…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaSupporting Children Grieving The Death Of A Parent: Three Steps Of Being To Guide You In Being Present With Dr. Christine Kiesinger
It's not about having the perfect words, but the genuine willingness to share the silence and hold the space. In this episode, Dr. Christine Kiesinger…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaLiving Life With Passion: Lessons Learned From Death Over Coffee With Joi Brooks
Sometimes, all you need is a good conversation over a cup of coffee. In this episode, Joi Brooks, the host of Email and Coffee, opens up about the profound…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaDiversity In Clinical Practice: Reducing Cultural Offenses And Repairing Relationships With Lambers Fisher
Helping without reservation is a beautiful concept that speaks to the depths of human compassion. But that concept will only be possible for therapists if they…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaA Story Of A Mother’s Love With Mary Parker
Nothing can beat a mother’s love and care. They nurture you ever since you were little and look after you even as an adult. That’s why when they pass away…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaReclaiming Your Life After Losing A Loved One With Michelle Collins
Reclaiming your life after losing a loved one is indeed a hard time to get through. What more if you lose someone dear to you in the most sudden way? Speaker…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaShipwrecked: A Widow’s Journey To Healing, Parenting, And Dating Again With Jeanette Koncikowski
Guilt can sometimes show up in grief. For Jeanette Koncikowski, being a widow brought up many realizations about the challenges that are often overlooked as we…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaLosing Your Love Of Your Life By Accidental Overdose With Tawana Proctor-Robinson
The shadows of a tragic event shall cast the beauty of love that radiates between you and your late husband. You will only feel the rhythm of life’s music…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaGrief Transformation: Actively Healing From Unresolved Grief With Ghulam Fernandes
Oftentimes, people are stuck in grief and don't know how to get out of it. And that sucks because most of the time, the other parts of our lives are perfectly…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaWidowhood Real Talk Shares Plans For 2024
This is the podcast’s first episode of the year, and I am here to share my plans for 2024. Join me as I look back on the amazing things that happened in 2023…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaThe Life And Death Of A Father From A Son's Perspective With Alexander Fornwald
For this year’s final episode, let’s hear from a son’s perspective of his father’s life and death. Alexander Fornwald recounts his memory with his father, Mark…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaTwo Floors Above Grief: The Untold Story Of A Funeral Home Family With Kevin O'Connor
Life’s precious moments emerge from the dance between joy and grief, proving that even two floors above, we’re never alone. Join us on a heartfelt journey…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaWhy Widows Do Bounce Back With Your Favorite Widow Coach, Maya Tyler
Being a widow coach isn’t just a career for Maya Tyler. It’s deeply rooted in her own painful experience – an experience that she weaponized to help other…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaBecoming A Death Doula: The Beautiful Journey Of Living With Death With Stephanie Dawson
What does a death doula do? Today’s guest will enlighten us on the path she walks. Stephanie Dawson is a retired nurse turned death doula turned grief coach…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaThe Life Of A Servant: A Hospice Chaplain’s Journey With Shenaz Halverson
In our grief journey, we need someone to meet us where we are and to love us unconditionally. But as a person transitioning into the spirit realm, we also need…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaThe Knight Of Positivity: How To Be A Positive Light To Life With Daniel Knight
When life gets tough, it’s easy to fall back into the dark areas of the room. But how can we be a positive light when life happens? The driving force behind…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaUnderstanding Financial Management With Jesus Gonzales
One of the hardest things to deal with after the passing of a loved one is handling money matters that come with such a loss. Those who are left behind must…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaTransforming The Narrative Of Grief Into A Celebration Of Life With Sarah Hines
Most of the time, people could not find the connection between beauty and death. The pain we feel tends to blind us from that connection. But in this episode…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaManaging Grief Through Art: The Canvas Of Life, Death, And Love With Noemi Beres
The grief journey is full of streaks of dark and bright colors blended with the wonders of pain, love, and hope. The journey of loss doesn’t have to be dark…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaHonoring Our Furry Friends: A Guide To Coping With Pet Loss With Maribeth Decker, MS, MGA
Love transcends the boundaries of time and death, reminding us that our pets' spirits continue to shine brightly, guiding us with unwavering devotion. In this…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaFaith Tested, Faith Restored: The Remarkable Story Of A Widower Through Grief With James Price
Through grief’s darkest night, faith becomes the dawn that guides us to a new day. In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with James Price, a remarkable…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaThe Journey To Living As A Healthy And Happy Widow With Sammie Hawkins
Losing a life partner can be a very difficult and lonely experience. You lose every bit of hope because a future without them is unimaginable. But life moves…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaChoosing To Live After The Death Of Two Husbands With Theresa McFadden
Losing the love of your life is indeed a heartbreaking experience, but what if you have to get through it all over again? Tina Fornwald sits down with Theresa…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaKicking Cancer In The Teeth Twice: A Story Of Hope With Sarah E. McDonald
A cancer diagnosis is probably one of the most debilitating events that can happen in a person’s life. How do you pick yourself up after? Where do you find…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaA Polyamorous Widow’s Journey Of Grief And Healing With Elizzabeth Cannon
It’s easier for us to wrap our brains around anything if it’s put within the context of the mainstream. As far a widowhood goes, we almost by default put it in…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaDating A Widower: Reclaiming Love After Loss With Abel Keogh
Losing your spouse can be devastating, but is it okay to date again? When is dating too soon? Is there a timeline we should follow? Join us in this episode as…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaMy Twelfth Rose: A Story Of Love, Bipolar And Suicide With Pastor James Ford Jr. - Part 3
Leave a well in the valley. Pastor James Ford Jr. believes it is his mission to help others who have lost someone they love through his own experience of…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaMy Twelfth Rose: A Story Of Love, Bipolar And Suicide With Pastor James Ford Jr. – Part 2
Losing a loved one from suicide is a profoundly painful and complex experience that leaves those who are left behind grappling for answers. Pastor James Ford…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaMy Twelfth Rose: A Story Of Love, Bipolar And Suicide With Pastor James Ford Jr. – Part 1
Psalm 86 says, “When walking through the Valley of Baca, leave a well in the valley.” We have all gone through those tough, dark moments in our lives. In…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaBeyond Loss: Transforming Grief And Embracing A Life Of Joy, Love, And New Beginnings With Brandy Bell-Trapp
From grief to growth, widowhood taught our guest that even in the darkest moments, love's light finds its way. In this powerful episode, Brandy Bell-Trapp…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaGrief, Therapy, And Transformation: Learning Effective Tools For Managing Grief With Brad Taylor
Through therapy and self-care, we can transform the pain of grief into the power to heal, rediscover joy, and embrace life again. In this compelling episode…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaEmbracing New Beginnings After Loss: On Dating And Marrying A Widow With Fred Jackson And Lionel Grimes
Dating can be a beautiful beginning from a past relationship. But how do you move forward when you are dating a widow? How do you navigate through their past…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaBeyond Widowhood: Embracing Life's Second Chances With Heather Hunt And Tina Fornwald
Through the depths of loss, the journey of two widows unveils the resilience of the human heart – embracing new love while treasuring cherished memories…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaThe Resilient Grief Journey: Embracing New Beginnings As A Widow With Heather Heying Hunt
In the depths of grief, resilience emerges as a guiding light, showing us the extraordinary strength we possess to navigate the darkest of times and transform…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaRev. Dr. Moses Asamoah, Jr. On The Power Of Faith Over Grief
Grief pushes us to hit our lowest points. We tend to keep to ourselves, refuse to open to other people, and ultimately, get angry at God. However, those in the…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaGrief Counseling: Overcoming Barriers To Seeking Help With Reginald W. Lockhart, Resident in Counseloling
In a world where silence breeds suffering, let us remember that seeking help is an act of courage. We must transcend cultural taboos and empower ourselves to…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaThe Long Grief Journey: Finding Support And Healing After Loss With Dr. Pamela D. Blair
Grief does not follow a timeline and can last throughout a person’s entire life. When grief becomes unresolved in the long term, it can later affect your…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaThe Miss-Wife Crisis: A Widower's Tale Of Love, Loss, And Resilience With Martin Owens
In the realm of widowhood, men silently navigate the labyrinth of grief, their strength often veiled by societal expectations. Empower their stories of loss…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaFrom Mistakes To Miracles: A Transformative Journey Of A Jewish Birth Mother With Lori Prashker-Thomas
Lori Prashker-Thomas, the author of From Mistakes to Miracles, shares her story of redemption, hope, and healing. Her story is deeply personal and explores her…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaLeading With Heart: How Leaders Can Support Grieving Employees With Dr. William Ramey
True leadership is not measured solely by accomplishments, but by the compassion and support we extend to our grieving employees during their darkest hours. In…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaGiving Yourself Permission To Find The Beauty In Grieving With Isobelle Morrison
We deal with grief differently, and many do not allow themselves to live. Most people choose to run away from reality. We don't have to live like that. In this…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaWinning Financial Solutions: Critical Financial Advice And Guidance For Widows And Widowers With Kelly B Hunter
When you lose your spouse, you start again from scratch. How can we get back up again financially after the loss? In this episode, Kelly B. Hunter of Winning…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaForever My Starlight! Forever My Wife! Forever My Love With Addison Drake, A Young Widower
How would you face a tragic tale? A story where Snow White finally sleeps and never wakes up. This is a tale where God plucks a beautiful flower and turns her…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaYou Make Your Path By Walking: Restore Your Shattered Life After Losing Your Spouse From Suicide With Suzanne Anderson
The brutal terrain of trauma and loss from suicide can be the challenging path to take. In this episode, Suzanne Anderson, the Author of You Make Your Path by…
Widowhood Real Talk with Dr. TinaBeing Intentional Through The Grief Journey With Teressa Green-Clark
It can be challenging to be honest about our grief, sometimes. But once you let go of the fear that holds you back from really confronting what grief looks…