How to Talk to a Widow

This episode is designed with supporters of widows and the grieving in mind! Widows, share this with your family, friends, or support group to help them better understand your mindset, how grief has affected you, and how to best support you. Learn how being widowed impacts a person, the mindset widows have, sayings (platitudes) to avoid, and what to say instead. Help support widows in a way that means the most to them. Today I share: What really happens when you become a widow The mindset of a widow What to say to a widow (and not to say) Things widows think but will never tell you How “let me know if there’s anything you need” is almost a guarantee widows will never reach out (and what to say instead) The keys to making a widow feel seen, comforted, and safe to be herself (himself) The best things you can do How widows really feel when you “bring up” their person The Brave Widow Community is a place where you can connect with other widows, find hope and healing, and begin to dream again for the future. Learn more at bravewidow.com. YouTube Hey guys, I’m Emily Jones I was widowed at age 37, one month shy of our 20 year wedding anniversary. Nathan and I have four beautiful children together. My world was turned completely upside down when I lost him. With faith, community, and wisdom from others, I’ve been able to find hope, joy, and dream again for the future. I want to help others do the same, too! FOLLOW me on SOCIAL: Twitter @brave_widow Instagram @brave_widow Facebook   / bravewidow   YouTube @bravewidow Don't forget to give this video a thumbs up if it helped you today, subscribe to the channel, hit that notification bell so you don't miss a single question, and if you have any additional questions ask in the comments (I monitor them daily)!