Episode 63: Organizing grief; Closets and keepsakes

Episode 63: Organizing grief; Closets and keepsakes

In this episode, Holly and Whitney are joined by a very special guest: Holly's close friend and former business partner, Kym. Together, they step into one of the most intimate and daunting spaces of the grieving process—the closet.

Years ago, Kym stood by Holly’s side to help reorganize her home after Toby passed away. Recently, the duo tackled the garage, proving that decluttering after loss isn't a one-time event, but a continuous journey of healing.

Drawing on their shared history as professional organizers, Holly and Kym bridge the gap between the practical and the emotional. They share personal stories and compassionate strategies for navigating the items that hold the most weight.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Where to Begin: How to overcome the "paralysis" of getting started.

  • Transition Spaces: Creating physical areas that allow you to process items at your own pace.

  • The Sentiment Filter: Tips for honoring memories while deciding what truly belongs in your future.

  • The Power of Partnership: Why having a "Kym" in your corner makes all the difference.

Whether you are weeks or years into your journey, this conversation offers a gentle roadmap for clearing physical space to make room for your heart to breathe.


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Episode 65: Standing in the Ashes: How One Widow Chose to Rise with Julie Halbert

Episode 65: Standing in the Ashes: How One Widow Chose to Rise with Julie Halbert

What do you do when the life you spent decades building burns to the ground in just 21 days? For Julie Halbert, the "fire" started in 2018 with her husband Jim’s sudden cancer diagnosis. By the time t...

29 Apr 1h 21min

Episode 64: Perspective and Purpose: A New Widow’s Story

Episode 64: Perspective and Purpose: A New Widow’s Story

Meet Tammy. Her widow journey is only five months in, but she is already leading with a healing perspective. Inspired by her husband Kim’s eight-year battle with cancer and his refusal to 'take a brea...

6 Apr 1h 6min

Episode 62: The Worst Day of Your Life

Episode 62: The Worst Day of Your Life

Deathversary. Angelversary. Reunion Day. Why are we naming it? How do we navigate it every year? The widows sit down to talk about this jarring anniversary. From going to the cemetery, to having an ad...

16 Mar 21min

Episode 61: Marybeth's Story: Finding Courage in the In-Between

Episode 61: Marybeth's Story: Finding Courage in the In-Between

After 29 years with Todd, Marybeth’s life changed in an instant. Now two years out, she is navigating the 'after' with incredible courage—including traveling solo to find connection in our community a...

8 Mar 50min

Episode 60: A Valentine's Night of laughter and connection

Episode 60: A Valentine's Night of laughter and connection

Holly, Keira and Whitney sit down with a live audience on Valentine's Day! In this live podcast, the ladies discuss the complexities of grief, connection, and the journey of widowhood. Audience member...

26 Feb 1h 18min

Episode 59: The Power of Premonition : When the Soul Knows First

Episode 59: The Power of Premonition : When the Soul Knows First

In this episode of Every Widow Thing, we are joined by Shelly —a school principal and mother of triplets who shares a story that challenges our understanding of timing and intuition. Shelly walks us t...

28 Jan 1h 25min

Bonus Episode: Finding Your Footing in the New Year!

Bonus Episode: Finding Your Footing in the New Year!

The "January Blues" hit a little differently when you’re navigating life after the loss of a spouse. In this episode, we’re keeping it real about why the start of a new year can feel so heavy for wido...

14 Jan 9min

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