When my husband died, I became the sole parent to three grieving daughters. Somehow, we held it together. Sometimes barely. Sometimes beautifully. Out of necessity, we all became more independent. And in the process, we became a team—strong, tight-knit and fiercely protective of one another. If you’re navigating this path, or know someone who is, I invite you to read on for an honest look at grief, guilt, growth and the unexpected strength that can come from doing it alone, together.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Some dates aren’t on anyone’s calendar but yours. The anniversary of a loss. A diagnosis. A goodbye. A moment that forever split life into before and after. In this month’s blog, I share how I’ve learned to move through emotionally loaded dates after loss, and I offer some gentle tools and reminders that may help. If you’re dreading a date that only you mark anymore, you are not alone. The day will pass. And you will too…stronger, softer and more equipped to care for yourself next...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
We don’t just build community once; we build it again and again. As life shifts, so do the people who surround us. Some stay. Some drift. And sometimes, we have to rebuild from the ground up. After Steve died , everything felt unfamiliar. But slowly, I began to reshape what connection looked like in that chapter. Now, I find myself reflecting on how community continues to evolve. From childhood friendships to widow sisterhoods, each phase has required a reimagining of support.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
I can do it alone—but I don’t want to. In this blog, I share how it feels to wish your person was there and what I do when those moments knock me off course.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Some milestones are filled with joy. Others are filled with grief. And sometimes, they hold both at the exact same time. In this blog I write about the big events you do alone—specifically, what it feels like to prepare for my daughter’s upcoming college graduation without Steve by my side, ten years after his death. If you’re walking through milestones without your person, I hope this piece reminds you that you are not alone.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
How do you know if you’re ready to date again? I share my personal journey, signs that you might be ready, and gentle ways to ease back in.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Fear is often disguised as emotions like anger or guilt, making it harder to understand and address. But fear doesn't have to control you.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Widow-Approved Resolutions for Renewal The New Year is often painted as a time for fresh starts and big resolutions. But for widows, this...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Before I met my husband, I was a creative, hands-on person. I loved gardening, knitting, cooking, redecorating and never turned down an...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
The holidays bring unique challenges for those who are grieving. Here are ten practices that can provide small moments of peace and comfort.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
I used to be a perfectionist. Widowhood forced me to let go of control, embrace life's messiness and find unexpected peace along the way.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of a well-meaning but *cringe-worthy* comment while grieving, you know how uncomfortable it can be.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
I can’t believe it’s been 10 years since my Steve passed away. It’s sad how time has marched on, yet his image remains frozen in my mind...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
When do you clean out your late partner’s closet? This question always leads to a lot of conversation. Some widows do it right away, some...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Widows, how is YOUR health? This blog offers practical tips for navigating grief through physical activity, better sleep and balanced diet.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Traveling as a widow can be terrifying. In this post I share how I approached solo travel and took that first step to embrace adventures.| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Grievers, do you need to be strong for everyone else?... Maybe sometimes. “You are so strong.” So many people said this phrase to me that...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Turning the Scary Stuff into Stepping Stones I remember when Steve died, I was terrified. Terrified about solo parenting, running the...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
Unraveling the Friend Disappearance Act You lost your partner, and now your friends are disappearing too. Yes, friendships change in...| Jody LaVoie Coaching
