Heartprints of Loss
Heartprints of Loss is an intimate, empowering podcast where three widows—Amanda, Kristin, and Sophy—come together to share the raw, real, and often unspoken realities of life after loss. From navigating the challenges of dating again to managing family dynamics, coping with grief, and finding joy, each episode dives deep into the many facets of rebuilding life after the death of a spouse. With vulnerability, wisdom, and a touch of humor, these women offer a safe space for others experiencing loss, providing encouragement, hope, and community for those on their own healing journeys.
Episodes
Navigating love after loss can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be a journey you walk alone. Join Amanda, Kristin, and Sophie as they sit down with remarried widow Connie Gilmore-Dizard and her husband Chip for an honest conversation about dating, remarriage, and opening your heart again after the death of a spouse.
In this heartfelt episode, Connie shares her 11-year widowhood journey and how she met Chip seven years a...
In this powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, widows Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin share their inspiring journeys of post-traumatic growth and spiritual resilience. Discover how these three women transformed tragedy into purpose, turning their deepest wounds into wisdom.
Episode Highlights:
Sophy opens up about publishing her book after three years in the making, navigating job loss, and finding her identity as a Southeast Asian refu...
In this powerful episode, we welcome Michael, a recent widower and father of four, who shares his raw and honest journey through early grief while raising teenagers. Discover how this Christian comedian uses biblical humor and creativity as both a healing tool and a ministry, despite facing backlash from some religious communities.
What You'll Learn:
• How open communication prepared a family for loss
• The unique challenges w...
Your body remembers loss in ways you never imagined...
When grief hits, it doesn't just break your heart—it literally rewires your nervous system and throws your hormones into chaos. In this eye-opening episode, widow warrior trio Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin sit down with hormone specialist Dr. LaRessa Ferdinand to uncover the hidden health crisis that follows loss.
What You'll Discover:
- Why your nervous system gets stuck i...
In this raw and honest conversation, Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin break the silence around widow guilt and the complex emotions that come with feeling free after losing a spouse.
This episode addresses the taboo topic that many widows are afraid to discuss - the guilt that comes with experiencing freedom, joy, and growth after loss. Whether your marriage was wonderful, complicated, or somewhere in between, this conversation will help ...
When God called Florine to start a widow support group just 3 months after losing her husband at 37, she crossed her arms and said "I'm NOT doing this." What happened next changed hundreds of lives.
In this powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, three incredible widow warriors - Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin - sit down with Florine, a two-time bestselling author who transformed her pain into purpose by creating "Wi...
In this powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, hosts Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin sit down with Pastor Kenny Eldridge to discuss a heartbreaking reality: 75% of widows report their churches lack proper support systems for their grief journey.
What You'll Discover: ✨ Why most churches don't have widow ministries (and what needs to change) ✨ The biblical mandate to support widows and orphans ✨ How spiritual healing requires bo...
In this powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, hosts Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin sit down with Carolyn Moor, founder of the Modern Widows Club, who transformed her personal tragedy into a movement that has helped over 50,000 widows worldwide.
What You'll Discover:
• How Carolyn turned her Valentine's Day tragedy into advocacy after losing her husband in a car accident
• The shocking truth about why 70% of women will experienc...
In this powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, three widows—Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin—invite their closest friends to share the raw truth about supporting loved ones through the grieving process.Their best friends reveal what it's really like on the other side of grief: the challenges of knowing what to say, when to be present, when to give space, and how to care for themselves while supporting someone through unimaginable l...
Ever wonder why grief feels like being stuck in survival mode? In this eye-opening episode of Heartprints of Loss, psychologist Dr. Nekeshia Hammond reveals the shocking truth about how loss rewires your brain - and the proven strategies to break free from the cycle.
Join widows Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin as they uncover:
• The science behind why your nervous system keeps you in "fight or flight" after loss
• Why traditional...
In this powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, three amazing children join our widow hosts to share their raw, unfiltered perspectives on grief after losing fathers and siblings. "Grief is my life because I will always be going through grief no matter what," shares 7-year-old Ahmad, offering wisdom beyond his years.
Discover how these resilient young souls navigate their grief journeys using therapy pets, prayer, music, ...
In this powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, hosts Amanda, Kristin, and Sophie welcome Robert, who shares his raw and honest journey as a widower raising three children after losing his wife to cancer in 2019.Robert opens up about the unique challenges men face in grief, how he found purpose through parenting, and his path to rediscovering himself while honoring his wife's memory. From the initial shock to finding new meani...
Raising children is challenging, but navigating parenthood after the loss of a spouse adds an entirely new level of complexity. In this episode of Heartprints of Loss, Amanda, Kristin, and Sophy open up about the realities of parenting while grieving, sharing their personal struggles, lessons learned, and the unique challenges widows face while raising children who are also grieving.
From setting boundaries to helping kids proces...
Three widows get real about the vital importance of mental wellness and self-care after losing their spouses. Join Amanda, Sophy, and Kristin as they open up about their personal journeys through grief, sharing powerful insights about:
- Why taking care of yourself isn't selfish - it's essential
- The transformative role of therapy and support groups
- Dealing with anxiety, depression, and overwhelming emotions
- Findi...
Three young widows challenge society's misconceptions about widowhood in this powerful and candid conversation. Join Amanda, Sophie, and Kristin as they open up about breaking stereotypes, finding joy while grieving, and navigating life after loss at a young age.
In this episode, we discuss:
The reality of being a young widow (average age is 59 - we were in our 30s and early 40s)
Dealing with judgment about how we dress, ...
In this intimate and powerful episode of Heartprints of Loss, hosts Amanda, Kristin, and Sophy break the silence around one of widowhood's most personal topics: dating again. With vulnerability and wisdom, they share their unique paths back to romance, discussing everything from feeling ready to navigating dating apps and managing complex emotions.
Discover candid conversations about:
Recognizing when your heart is ready to open a...
Three widows share raw, honest advice about supporting someone who's lost their spouse. Amanda, Kristin, and Sophy reveal the painful comments to avoid and what actually helps during grief. From well-intentioned but hurtful religious platitudes to the dreaded "let me know what you need," learn how to truly show up for someone experiencing profound loss.
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In this episode:
-Why "God needed him more" and other spiritual bypassing hu...
When you lose a spouse, you lose so much more than just your partner. Join widow hosts Amanda, Kristin, and Sophy as they bravely unpack the devastating ripple effects of losing their husbands - from financial struggles and parenting challenges to identity crisis and health impacts. This raw, honest conversation about secondary losses reveals the true depth of widow grief that most people never see.
In this powerful episode:
• Unde...
🎄 The holidays can be the hardest time for those who've lost someone they love. In this raw and honest episode of Heartprints of Loss, three widows share their personal journeys of navigating the festive season without their beloved partners.
Join Amanda, Kristin, and Sophy as they discuss:
• Facing the first holiday season after loss
• Creating new traditions while honoring memories
• Setting boundaries and giving yourself permis...
Join Amanda, Kristin, and Sophy as they bravely share their raw, emotional journeys of becoming widows in their 30s and early 40s. From unexpected tragedy to terminal illness, these three remarkable women reveal how their lives changed forever and how they're turning their grief into purpose through their foundations and community work.
In this powerful episode:
Kristin shares losing her husband to gun violence at age 32, jus...
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