Podcast appearances and mentions of Krista S Anderson

Krista got the call. The one every single one of us dreads, the absolute worst-case scenario. Join us inside this courageous conversation where she shares the unimaginable tragedy and how she created something so beautiful from it. Together, we will discuss the resources available to you in these situations, how to normalize moving through feelings of healing while reminding you to have the difficult planning conversations now so you can both be prepared for anything.   We're exploring: How to give yourself grace when you feel the need to be strong all the time The ways the military community kept showing up for Krista when her direct connection to the military was gone Foundations and organizations every military spouse should be aware of for support on this journey Top questions to ask your spouse, so you both can have an extreme understanding should something happen to either one of you Resources to reach out to if you're experiencing financial hardship  Top 4 tips to thrive in our role as a military spouse for ultimate preparation And so much more!   The Military Life Binder : ​​https://www.listandfile.com/ Keeper Security password manager: https://www.keepersecurity.com/  The Unquiet Professional, making noise for those who serve: https://www.theunquietprofessional.org/   Connect with me for a FREE Military Marriage Breakthrough Call:  https://marriedtomilitary.satoriapp.com/offers/236651-military-marriage-breakthrough-call   Follow me on Instagram so you don't miss a thing! https://www.instagram.com/marriedtomilitary/ Continue the conversation in my private Facebook group Married to Military: https://www.facebook.com/groups/44943126970086

Special Edition: Afghanistan Through a Gold Star's Eyes In light of this week's events, we are bringing you content that will help you process your biggest questions regarding the withdrawal of our troops in Afghanistan. In this unscripted, unedited episode, Krista S. Anderson processes the death of her husband in Afghanistan, her marriage to a soldier now who served there and her message to what many service members are feeling about the loss of soldiers they served with. WATCH THIS EPISODE HERE:  If you are looking for professional help, be sure to check out the Lifegiver Directory- full of clinicians that understand your lifestyle.  Many of them are military spouses and veterans. find it here: www.lifegiverdirectory.com Find out more about me www.corieweathers.com  or www.life-giver.org

Today's guest is Krista Simpson Anderson. She is the widow of Michael Simpson, a Green Beret and special forces soldier who was killed in Afghanistan and was left with two young boys. She rebuilt her life remarried an active-duty Green Beret Gus Anderson, and co-founded the Unquiet Professional, an organization that provides empowering opportunities for surviving families and veterans. Krista's philosophy is to "Arm Yourselves and be Brave", educate others to thrive, not just survive. In this week's episode, we will talk about loss, new beginnings, and what it takes to start over, creating a new chapter with a greater purpose. Krista Anderson is a wife, mother, and runs the non-profit The Unquiet Professional. Still, she also serves as the Gold Star Liaison, a board member for the Green Beret Foundation, the Military Spouse Ambassador of Army Emergency Relief, and many other boards. In 2018, the Armed Forces Insurance named her Military Spouse of the Year ––and in 2019, the Green Beret Foundation honored her as "Keeper of the Brave." Kerry Brett and Krista Simpson Anderson cover a lot of ground topics included:How faith is something, you have to hold onto when you have nothing left.How to have a military mindset when moving forward from any challenging time.How you can heal yourself by helping others.The importance of knowing you are not alone when you deal with a time of struggle.You can overcome hard, challenging times and can be stronger than you ever thought possible.Things that are happening to you sometimes is for your greater good.It is better to love and loss than to never love again.Love feels different each time trust it.Give yourself moments of grace when dealing with difficulty. It's not easy to move forward.Allow your new relationship to encourage and nurture your grief and your joy.Remember to take every moment and opportunity to honor someone we have loved and lost.So much of Krista's work is honoring her late husband, Michael Simpson, and I took a moment to celebrate my favorite cousin Sean McCarthy who died on October 2nd 2019, one year ago the day we taped this interview. Suppose you would like more information about Krista Simpson Anderson. In that case, you can find her on Facebook Krista S. Anderson, 2018 Armed Forces Insurance of the Year, on Instagram @kristasimpsonanderson, or the Non-Profit's website www.theunquietproffesional.org.

Success is not a dollar amount. It is being able to show my children what good feels like. Everything I've done over the last 6 years shows them that serving others is so much better than serving yourself. -Krista S. Anderson Sacrifice. Loneliness. Fear and pride. These are four words that come to mind when I think of what it must be like to be a military spouse. Now, let's increase the stress and imagine what it must be like to be the wife of a U.S. Army Special Forces soldier. This is a woman who doesn't even know where her husband is, what kind of danger he is in, or if he will live to see another day. In 2013, Krista S. Anderson's greatest fear became a reality when her husband, Staff Sergeant Michael Simpson was killed in Afghanistan. The mother of two small children, Krista co-founded The Unquiet Professional, a non-profit that provides healthy and empowering opportunities to surviving families. She is the Gold Star Liaison for the Green Beret Foundation and a member of numerous boards. Now the wife of active duty Green Beret Master Sergeant Gus Anderson, Krista is the Military Spouse Ambassador for Army Emergency Relief and the 2018 Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse of the Year. Krista is the co-author of Her Ruck: Inside the Emotional Backpacks of Military Wives, due to be published in May 2020. In this interview, Krista shares what the last 6 years have been like for her, including the wisdom she has learned along the way. “I want military spouses to thrive, not just to survive. Every separation, every loss matters.“ @BWME   #storybehindhersuccess    #16LifeLessons    #mydoveproductions

This week, Lindsey sits down with 2018 AFI Military Spouse of the Year, Gold Star Spouse, and CEO and Co-Founder of the Unquiet Professional, Krista S. Anderson. Krista experienced the unthinkable when her husband passed away during his military service. Looking to give back to the individuals and organizations who supported her, Krista co-founded The Unquiet Professional to fundraise for organizations such as The Green Beret Foundation and USO. Another need that Krista focuses on through the unquiet professional is the need for awareness, support, and empowering of Gold Star Families.