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EP 53: Guts and Gloss ft Rachael Braunshweiger Feb 21, 2022

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"I do firmly believe that there is more than one person out there for us." -Rachael Braunshweiger In today's episode, I chat with Rachael Braunshweiger, a mom, blogger, lifestyle influencer, and award-winning entrepreneur. At thirty-four years old, Rachael endured the unthinkable when her husband, Jordan, was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. Over the next five years, she was Jordan's primary caregiver, traveling far and wide in search of treatments for this horrific disease. In the fall of 2019, Jordan lost his courageous battle and Rachael was forced to start over. With the need to be resilient, especially for her two young daughters, Rachael turned a profound loss into hope and made overcoming adversity her life's mission.

During that time she realized a lot about herself and learned how strong women can be during the most difficult times. Rachael found herself very isolated, not knowing anyone else who could relate to what I was going through. She discovered the importance of self-care, self-love, and how to prioritize my emotional and physical health.

Determined to help women starting over find happiness, Rachael turned to Instagram and her successful blog, Guts & Gloss to empower others. Guts & Gloss has turned into a social community of women looking to Rachael for inspiration and hope as they navigate their "Chapter 2" in life, whether it is moving forward after the loss of a spouse, caregiver advice, or life after divorce.

One thing Rachael has always been passionate about is making time for self-care, and not feeling guilty for wanting to look and feel great even if her world is falling apart and teaching other women to do the same. Fashion, self-care, and beauty is the "Gloss" and taking life into her own hands is the "Guts" of her brand.

Just recently remarried, Rachael lives in South Florida with her husband, two daughters, 4 bonus children, and Cavapoo puppy. You can find her online shopping, doing pilates, and wearing a face mask!

In this episode you can expect to hear: -The toughest year of widows -Learning who you are -Finding the purpose of your pain -Being honest and transparent when dating -Widow shame

Tell me your story! Visit www.theflywidowpodcast.com

EP 52: I Have A Valentine! Feb 14, 2022

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This week's episode is another solo life update. I've gone on TWO dates. Yep. I'll share what it was like and the thoughts that I had AFTER the date. I also made it through episode 2 of And Just Like That. Lots of similarities. I'm also celebrating Valentine's Day a little different this year. It's my 3rd one as a widow. Will I be spending it alone? Listen in to find out!

EP 51: And Just Like That Feb 07, 2022

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EP 50: I Did It! Jan 31, 2022

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"I do have standards and I have some criteria."

In today's episode, I'm thrilled to share some life updates, my dating experience, and some words of encouragement for my fellow widows out there.

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EP 49: The Sweetest Therapy ft Chase Cassine Jan 24, 2022

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"Grief is an inward feeling, and mourning is an outward expression.."

In today's episode, Alisha talks with Chase Cassine, an LCSW, licensed therapist, writer, and mental health advocate. He graduated from Southern University at New Orleans with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social Work. Currently, he provides counseling at a community health clinic in New Orleans, Louisiana, specializing in grief, communication issues, adjustment issues, trauma, depression, and anxiety. Additionally, as a trauma-informed therapist, he emphasizes a clinical approach of empathy, safety, resilience, and empowerment. A proud New Orleans native, he is a lover of the city's unique culture and possesses a great sense of humor as well as an intense passion for baking.

In this episode, you can expect to hear: -Comparing grief and why we shouldn't do it -Different types of grief -The different ways we grieve -Healing journey -Emotional eating and a lot more!

Connect with Chase @chasecassine

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EP 48: I'm Ready To Date! ft Tera Stidum Jan 17, 2022

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"There are people out there who are waiting for you to say "I'm ready"."

Ask Tera Stidum what her life's passion and purpose are and she'll tell you she's a MOTIVATOR! As a six-time Emmy nominated TV producer, Tera has spent 22 years taking the stories of others and helping bring them to life as a TV Producer! She has worked with notable celebrities such as Dr. Phil, Suze Orman, Judge Alex Ferrer, Judge Lynn Toler, and even interviewed Steve Harvey before his final comedy performance at the 2012 Neighborhood Awards. Tera has also turned her PASSION for MOTIVATING WOMEN, into a business!

After meeting her GOOD Husband on a popular online dating site in 2015, she turned her success in love into a business which helps other singles. Through her company, She Dates Savvy, LLC—where she is affectionately known by her clients and peers as "The Online Dating Guru"—Tera hosts dating workshops and 1-on-1 Dating Coaching to teach single, successful professionals how to navigate the world of dating, both online and off. To date, four former clients have matched, mated, and married their online connections.

She also is a highly-sought after voice in her industry, having appeared on Steve Harvey's Steve TV Talk Show and new Steve on Watch via Facebook, NPR, CBS, FOX, OWN and in the Houston Chronicle. Tera also recently released her second self-published book, Smart Girls Still Don't Date Dumb: The Smart Girl's Guide for Dating in an Era of Egocentric Men, Guys Who Ghost, and Social Distance Dating!

And link to the Masterclass:

Smart Girl's Guide to Digital Dating LIVE CLASS

In this episode, you can expect to hear: -When is the best time to start your dating journey -Why are there still good guys out there that are single? -How to find the right person -The different dating sites -Tips in online dating and a lot more!

Connect with Tera @shedatessavvy

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EP: 47 A Year of Self-Compassion Jan 10, 2022

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It's another Monday and in today's episode, I am still going solo and will probably be going solo on the next episodes. This year, my podcast will be focusing on self-compassion. I will be sharing with you updates about my dating life, my travels and new experiences, parenting as a widowed mom, self-care tips and a lot more. So, stay tuned!

My new website is up, you can visit www.dralishareed.com You can connect with us @dralishareed

EP 46: Grief and Christmas Jan 03, 2022

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"Be nice to yourself and give yourself grace."

Happy 1st Monday of the Year! In today's episode, I am flying solo and will be sharing with you my experiences during Moe's 2nd death anniversary, Christmas and my focus this year 2022.

Never put too much pressure on yourself to be happy, give yourself a break, disconnect yourself from the outside world and grieve in your own way.

You can connect with us @flywithalishareed

EP 45: Grief & Grace ft LaSandra Hutchinson Dec 13, 2021

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"Everything is not perfect but everything is not bad"

In today's episode, I sat down with another FLY widow, LaSandra Hutchinson. Her husband of 13 years and best friend of 20 years suddenly passed away on October 18, 2017. She created Grace & Grief as a way to document her experience with grief and the rebuilding of her life. She has found that although she is grieving, she is learning about God's grace and herself in new ways. It is her goal to share those experiences in order to inform, inspire, and build community with others who know what is it to lose someone or something they loved. She is a mother of four children ages 13, 12, 10, and 8 years old. They have become her greatest supporters and self-designated social media managers. She is a writer, speaker, YouTuber, and social justice advocate. She invites you to take this journey of loss, pain, growth, grief and grace with her. Connect with LaSandra @graceandgrief

In this episode, you can expect to hear: -Becoming a solo mother -The experiences and struggles of widows -How to take care of your emotions -Understanding what widows have gone through -Widows needs space -And a lot more!

You can connect with us @flywithalishareed

EP 44: Blooming Widow ft Yvonne Broady Dec 06, 2021

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"Seeing that pinhole of light at the end of the tunnel, that's when I knew that there was hope."

In today's episode, I sat down with Yvonne Broady aka The Blooming Widow, a former New York City public school educator turned author. Yvonne lost her husband to pancreatic cancer in 2009 and her experience with grief, loss and healing inspired her to write Brave in a New World: A Guide to Grieving the Loss of a Spouse. The book is a guide for widows to assist them in navigating their grief journey. It also offers comfort, hope and assurance to the bereaved as they grieve and heal. She blogs about her grief journey and shares helpful advice for those who have lost a spouse. She is also the co-facilitator of a grief recovery group in New York City.

One can follow her on Facebook:

Yvonne Broady-The Blooming Widow

On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebloomingwidow/?hl=enThey can read Yvonne's blogs and follow her inspiring story of grief, hope, and how she and anyone can rebuild a life after loss: Yvonne Broady

They can also find healing guidance in her Brave in a New World: A Guide to Grieving the Loss of a Spouse available on Amazon:

Brave in a New World: A Guide to Grieving the Loss of a Spouse

In this episode, you can expect to hear:

-The first-year journey of a widow

-The stages of grief

-Where to find support when grieving

-God allows things to happen to make us strong

-Hope in grief

You can connect with us @flywithalishareed