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  WIFE, WIDOW, NOW WHAT? with RACHEL ENGSTROM “You can have your life blow up and be ok.”           – Rachel Engstrom, author of “Wife, Widow, Now What?” ****************************************************** SUPPORT DR. AMY ROBBINS: If you're enjoying the podcast and finding value in guest interviews, ghost stories, and the content I share, please consider supporting the show by becoming a Patreon member for as little as $5 a month at Patreon.com/DrAmyRobbins As a member you'll get more say in the content we cover and exclusive access to behind-the-scenes goodness! Stay Connected with Dr. Amy Robbins: Instagram YouTube Website Facebook ****************************************************** EPISODE SUMMARY: How would you feel if you found yourself widowed at age 31? Talk about life giving you a whammy!   Today we talk with Rachel Engstrom - a health education specialist and widow's advocate, who found herself widowed at age 31. She authored “Wife, Widow, Now What?” with a fresh, witty, and authentic voice.  Her book is an invaluable resource for cancer spouses, and anyone navigating the process of losing a loved one, or supporting a loved one after a loss.     Listen and learn how to manage the shock of a cancer diagnosis, and how you can keep living through the unthinkable, and still come out okay on the other side. Topics We Discuss:  [3:38] Rachel dives into her journey meeting, marrying, and later losing her husband. [8:05] How Rachel came to write her book as a guide for someone going through the loss of a spouse, or someone who maybe doesn't know how to support a loved one suffering a loss. It's a love story toolbox: logistics around health insurance, disability, talking to their employer, funeral arrangements, life insurance, how to ask for help, and more. [11:25] Rachel discusses how music helped her cope. [15:32] In hindsight, what Rachel would have done differently.   [24:36] Amy's new offering: a spiritual consultation, not a therapy appointment and not a medium reading, but somewhere in between.   [27:15]  Rachel discusses her work with GriefCoach.com -- a new app for supporting grieving people through texts.   [29:15] Rachel talks about her life afterward and now: how she got back out in the world, started dating again, and remarried. [32:02]  Working in cancer education to ensure people have the resources they need to get the best treatment possible.   [34:16] How Rachel's relationship to her first husband fits into her life with her new husband.     FOLLOW RACHEL ENGSTROM: Find Rachel on her Website, Instagram, and Facebook.  Rachel's book, “Wife, Widow, Now What?” is available on Amazon.       Life, Death and the Space Between is brought to you by: Dr. Amy Robbins | Host, Executive Producer PJ Duke | Executive Producer Andrej | Podcasticize | Sound Editing Mara Stallins | Outreach & Social Media Strategy Claire | Clairperk.com | Podcast Cover Design  

Rachel Engstrom author of "Wife, Widow, Now What?" Talks about her walk of being a young Widow.

First episode of 2022! Chatting with Rachel Engstrom. Rachel's story of dealing with loss and cancer will inspire all. To get even more of the story, purchase Rachel's book Wife, Widow, Now What?, which is available on Amazon.  Rachel's Website Rachel's Instagram  Steven's Site: Website  Don't forget to try Audible Murder Mondays Also, a link to help donate and support Black Lives Matter Follow Me: Instagram Facebook Twitter Clubhouse: @sirstevenrice

On this episode of The Power of Love Show we welcome back friend of DDJF & returning guest, Rachel Engstrom, M.S.W, C.H.E.S, author of ‘Wife, Widow, Now What?: How I Navigated The Cancer World & How You Can, Too'. Rachel Engstrom is a former cancer wife, then widow, who now works in the advocacy world to help others feel less alone like she did all those years ago. Her book: ‘Wife, Widow, Now What?: How I Navigated The Cancer World & How You Can too' is her love story and beyond that, is a navigational guide through the worlds of cancer, grief & loss. It is her hope that everyone going through serious illnesses or currently finds themselves in the worlds of grief & loss can get a copy of her book to feel a sense of kindredness that she wishes she'd had when she needed it most. You can connect with Rachel by following her on social media @WifeWidowNowWhat or by visiting her website: www.WifeWidowNowWhat.com Without further ado, please welcome Rachel Engstrom to The Power of Love Show! Social Media: * Instagram: @WifeWidowNowWhat * Facebook: Wife, Widow, Now What? * Book: ‘Wife, Widow, Now What?: How I Navigated The Cancer World & How You Can too' - https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL * Website: www.WifeWidowNowWhat.com Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-Nd1HTnbaI Like Our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/884355188308946/ Have you subscribed to our Podcast? Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/the-power-of-love-show/id1282931846 Spotify Podcasts : https://open.spotify.com/show/6X6zGAPmdReRrlLO0NW4n6?si=bhNl9GjJRxKXUvTdwZme6Q Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9wb3dlcm9mbG92ZS5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw Other podcasts: https://anchor.fm/thepowerofloveshow Did you know you can support DDJF through any of your Amazon purchases? Simply click link below and select Dee Dee Jackson Foundation as your charity of choice: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/chpf/dashboard/ref=smi_nav_surl_mi_x_mkt Once done… bookmark and use your smile link to support DDJF! The Power of Love Show is a weekly show sponsored by The Dee Dee Jackson Foundation where we shine a light on loss and grief and how it impacts our lives. Our aim is to build a community where we share inspiring stories, interview experts, learn, grow and empower one another to find proper and healthy healing. Visit the DDJF official website: http://www.ddjf.org/ Donate to DDJF (501c3): https://app.mobilecause.com/form/xDJ0Cg?vid=74qmm Check Out DDJF Merch: https://teespring.com/.../collection/All%20Products... Join the Dee Dee Jackson Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1500933326745571 Follow us on Instagram: @DeeDeeJacksonFoundation • https://instagram.com/deedeejacksonfoundation?utm_medium=copy_link --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thepowerofloveshow/support

My guest this week on the Bringing Her Hope Podcast is author Rachel Engstrom. Rachel shares her journey in a raw and honest way as she went from a Cancer Wife to a Widow to asking God Now What? Connect with Rachel: Facebook- https://m.facebook.com/wife.widow.now.what/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/wifewidownowwhat/?hl=en Twitter- @wifewidownowwh To purchase Rachel's book: https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL/ref=nodl_#immersive-view_1601477867868 Enter to win Rachel's book:https://woobox.com/h2kv4n

Rachel Engstrom's book Wife Widow Now What? How I Navigated the Cancer World and How You Can Too is a life changer for those facing cancer, their caregivers and anyone else who wishes to strive for happiness and fulfillment despite tremendous hardships. Rachel was only twenty-eight years old when her thirty-five- year- old husband was diagnosed with cancer. She had to research and dig deep to find the resources that adequately met her needs regarding diagnosis and treatment decisions, time off from work, disability, navigating insurance, finding support groups, and locating resources to provide additional funding. It was through all this and more that Rachel became a resource who could connect others to those cancer resources as well. After her husband passed, Rachel moved herself forward from pain, suffering and intense grief to a successful new life filled with love and Rebirth. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/griefandrebirth/support

Rachel Engstrom's book Wife Widow Now What? How I Navigated the Cancer World and How You Can Too is a life changer for those facing cancer, their caregivers and anyone else who wishes to strive for happiness and fulfillment despite tremendous hardships. Rachel was only twenty-eight years old when her thirty-five- year- old husband was diagnosed with cancer. She had to research and dig deep to find the resources that adequately met her needs regarding diagnosis and treatment decisions, time off from work, disability, navigating insurance, finding support groups, and locating resources to provide additional funding. It was through all this and more that Rachel became a resource who could connect others to those cancer resources as well. After her husband passed, Rachel moved herself forward from pain, suffering and intense grief to a successful new life filled with love and Rebirth. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/griefandrebirth/support

Eight years following the death of her husband from acute lymphoblastic leukemia, Rachel reminisces on the love she lost and also the pain and lessons that came from his death as well. Rachel found purpose through her pain in writing about her experience, which later became her book, and also through cancer advocacy. In this episode, she shares the story of her husband's diagnosis and death two years later, as well as how she found her way to feeling better. On top of the loss of her spouse, she would later have to come to terms with the fact that she will never have biological children and, also experienced a health setback herself, later being diagnosed with a disease of the colon. RESOURCES:Ep. 40  | Dr. Chris Kerr Wife, Widow, Now What?: How I Navigated the Cancer World and How You Can, TooCONNECT:InstagramFacebook______Need help?National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message. Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a trained Crisis CounselorIf you or anyone you know is struggling with grief due to any of the 40+ losses, there are free resources available HERE.If you are enjoying the podcast, you may also enjoy my bi-weekly newsletter, The Unleashed Letters. ______SUPPORT THE SHOW:Rate & Review: Apple PodcastsFollow & Listen  Spotify |  Stitcher | PandoraRead & Review my published book about my grief journey.CONNECT WITH VICTORIA: InstagramFacebookLinkedInWebsite

Rachel Engstrom joins Ben, Travis, and Will for “Wife, Widow, Now What: Part 2” on this week's episode of the Helping Healing Humor Podcast. In part 2 Rachel shares several practical tips for those who are going through cancer in their family and for those who are attempting to serve those with chronic illnesses. Many of those practical helps are simple and inexpensive but help preserve the energy of those who are struggling. She shares about Caring Bridge and how it helps families relay the information to all those who are concerned. In addition, she also shares how she cared for herself during her husband's illness and death. Rachel reveals the struggle of planning a funeral at such a young age and the all too common guilt of enjoying the good things of life after his lost. Rachel briefly gives insight in the podcast (and more detailed information in her book) about how to navigate the various issues that arise in the first few years. Part 2 closes with ideas of things people can do and especially things not to do and say to people who are in the middle of a battle like Rachel went through. Give the podcast a listen and then go check out even more practical thoughts and ideas are found in Rachel's book “Wife, Widow, Now What?” Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: http://www.benandtravis.com http://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Rep the show here: https://ben-and-travis.creator-spring.com/ Wife, Widow, Now What? by Rachel Engstrom: https://kit.co/BenandTravis/travis-recent-reading-list/wife-widow-now-wha https://www.facebook.com/wife.widow.now.what/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Rachel Engstrom is a young woman who has survived one of the toughest tragedies one can face in life, that has come out on the other side wanting to help others. She lives in the Minneapolis/St.Paul area with her family and beloved dog Greta. By day she helps consumers get connected to mental health and substance abuse services, and on evenings and weekends she is a podcast guest, guest blog writer, and volunteer, when not spending time with family or friends. She's the author of “Wife, Widow, Now What?” In today's episode, Rachel shares her journey navigating the cancer world and ultimately writing her memoir, “Wife, Widow, Now What?” When Rachel was 28 years old, her husband was diagnosed with leukemia. What they thought was the flu after working too many hours, turned out to be the life altering illness that would forever change everything they knew. Rachel became a cancer wife, manager, team cheerleader and expert juggler at life, while supporting her husband throughout his illness, until he died two days after she turned 31. She had to reboot her life and learn how to start over as a widow, without a map or guidebook to lead her. Rachel's humor, moxie and faith helped get her through the cancer world, and survive the calamity of errors that kept-on coming after he died. Today, Rachel's hope is to provide you with some laughter, comfort, solace and guidance on your own journey, whether it be through the world of cancer, or any other life challenges. To learn more and connect with Rachel visit her on Instagram @wifewidownowwhat Facebook @wife.widow.now.what and you can find her book on Amazon here Stories of Inspiring Joy is a production of Seek The Joy Media and created by Sydney Weiss. To learn more and submit your story, click here. *Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Stories of Inspiring Joy.

This week, Rachel Engstrom, author of the book "Wife Widow: Now What?" join Ben, Travis, and Will to share part one of her journey through her husband's diagnosis of cancer, the treatment, the remission, and ultimately the grief of losing him to the affects of the treatment. She shares the ups and downs that so many families experience and shares how much it means to have family and friends at your side during those times. Links mentioned in this episode: Get our free ebook "28 Days of Focused Living" here: http://www.benandtravis.com http://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis Rep the show here: https://ben-and-travis.creator-spring.com/ Wife, Widow, Now What? by Rachel Engstrom: https://kit.co/BenandTravis/travis-recent-reading-list/wife-widow-now-wha www.instagram/wifewidownowwhat https://www.facebook.com/wife.widow.now.what/ This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Imagine becoming a widow at 31-years-old. Today we are talking about a topic that unfortunately far too many people have experienced. May it be themselves, a friend or family member - cancer is far too common. Rachel talks to Festus about losing her husband to leukemi. From the diagnosis, the fight that followed, to chemotherapy and having to take her late husband off of life support - Rachel explains what the tough journey was like. After many challenges and having to say goodbye she decided to write a book called “Wife, Widow, Now What?” that aims to help navigate these difficult times dealing with cancer. Rachel also shares about her (dating) life now and how she was able to heal. You can purchase her book on Amazon or get in touch via Facebook.Be sure to rate & review the show on Apple Podcasts!  It will really help us grow & reach more people!Follow us on Instagram for daily inspirational stories!Or check out our YouTube & website!Want to connect with Festus directly? Hit him up on Instagram

Anita and Mel interview concert-goer, Prince fan, and cancer widow Rachel Engstrom, who just happens to also be an author! Check out her book "Wife, Widow, Now What?" at  https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBLHelp us keep the podcast going by joining our Patreon starting at just $5 - www.patreon.com/wwdnWant to buy us some tacos?https://www.buymeacoffee.com/widowwedonowSponsored by: BetterHelp.com. Save 10% off the first month of online therapy done securely, online with our unique link: https://trybetterhelp.com/wwdnandThe Misner Family Foundation in memory of Elisabeth MisnerMel's custom relaxation YouTube music channel for grievers:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCL1WrSiQGVw2qavRi_7BlQA/featured

A loved one being diagnosed with a severe illness is one of the most horrendous experiences we may have to face. And eventually, losing someone you care about is even more devastating. These sorts of experiences turn our whole world upside down, and they sometimes decide heavily influence where we're headed in our life. Our guest today is someone who has endured the devastating effects of a loved one going through a terminal illness and the grief of losing him. Rachel Engstrom, Certified Health Education Specialist and the author of the book “Wife, Widow, Now What?” joins us today to share her experiences that inspired her book.We start the conversation with the story of how Rachel met Grayson in the year 2000 when she was 19. Three years later, Rached proposed to him, and soon after, they got married and were on the way to building their new life together. It wasn't long before Rachel and Grayson saw signs of trouble. We talk about the acute lymphoblastic leukemia diagnosis of Grayson and how the emotions that come with the news influenced Rachel and Grayson's lives. According to Rachel, one of the first challenges they faced was dealing with a plethora of new information, acronyms, and unfamiliar medical concepts related to Grayson's condition. She shares with us some of the methods she used to try to understand and be educated about Grayson's condition. While Grayson was under treatment, Rachel had to figure out lots of things in her life, including taking care of Grayson, maintaining finances, keeping her job, and taking care of herself. We dive deep into how she managed all these overwhelming tasks and some useful tips for caregivers.After a long battle against the illness, eventually, Rachel had to say goodbye to Grayson. She talks about what that fateful day felt like, how her life, her relationships with her peers, her life trajectory, and how she looks at the world changed after Grayson was gone. Wrapping up the episode, we talk about the current chapter of Rachel's life and the work she does to help other people who are fighting cancer.One of the concepts Rachel focuses on in her book is widow logistics. We dive deep into this concept of managing the logistical aspect of a loved one passing away and figuring out life after the demise of a loved one. Resources:Rachel's Book: amazon.com/gp/product/B08K6477RL/ Connect with Rachel: linkedin.com/in/rachel-engstrom-4579988aMentioned in the episode:https://www.caringbridge.org/

When Rachel was 28 years old, her husband was diagnosed with leukemia. What they thought was the flu after working too many hours, turned out to be the life altering illness that would forever change everything they knew. Rachel became a cancer wife, manager, team cheerleader and expert juggler at life, while supporting her husband throughout his illness, until he died two days after she turned 31. Show Notes: http://deathtalkpodcast.com Join the Positive Death Talk Club on Clubhouse: https://www.joinclubhouse.com/club/positive-death-talk Come chat in the Positive Death Talk room every Tuesday evening, 6-8pm PST Join the Positive Death Talk Group on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/502949674047508

Love can be found, but it can also be lost and how many times have we lost something or someone we truly love. Going a separate path from a loved one can truly be one of the most hurtful things we can experience and in this episode, Rachel Engstrom, shares her journey of lost love with us.It's such an inspiring story that teaches us how humor, new love and a beautiful future filled with new perspectives can take place in your heart even after going through one of the worst experiences a human can go through in their life. You won't want to miss this one. Without a doubt, you'll feel inspired with this incredible story.If you or anyone you know has been through the loss of a loved one, Rachel Engstrom is also an author that also provides resources for those going through grief and life after loss. Here are some of the links where you can find her and her resources for support.Book  Wife, Widow, Now WhatInstagram: @WifeWidowNowWhatFacebook: Wife, Widow, Now What

Rachel Engstrom is an advocate and speaker for Leukemia and Lymphoma and the author of “Wife, Widow, Now What?”, her book about her experience being forced to deal with cancer as a wife and caregiver at 28 years old when her husband, Grayson, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.In this episode, Rachel shares her story and strength to be a resource to anyone going through any illness. Her honest and raw perspective is offered as she reflects on her life and becoming a widow at the young age of 31. She shows her determination to be strong and make a difference for others and how she was able to stay afloat during a devastating time. Her book is an incredible reference for anyone going through a medical challenge or others looking to be a support. You are NOT alone.You can learn more about Rachel on: Instagram @wifewidownowwhat and Facebook at wife.widow.now.what, Her book, “Wife, Widow, Now What?” is available on Amazon.Check out CaringBridge here to learn more about their services.If you have any thoughts on today's episode, or topics you'd like me to further touch on, please message me atSailing Through Life Podcast on Instagram, SailingThroughLifePodcast@gmail.com or leave a message on Anchor.Music: BenSound.com

On today’s episode, I am speaking with Rachel Engstrom. Rachel was only 28 years old…

  "Ultimately good can come from bad….”  - - Rachel Engstrom, Widow, Author, Cancer Advocate     The Conversation: Navigating Towards Your Hope  We are used to stories of a widow after a couple reaches their advanced years, but imagine if that couple was in their 20's and 30's?    Imagine if the husband in that scenario went through the up and down journey of acute lymphoblastic leukemia-chemo, losing their hair, having to relearn how to walk, losing weight drastically, and having to get treatments regularly through the week?    Now imagine that you, as the wife, are diagnosed with endometriosis.    Now, imagine that your husband's cancer returns...but he doesn't return.    What do you do in this situation?     How do you handle the finances?     How do you navigate health insurance?     How do you handle the funeral?    In this powerful episode, author and advocate Rachel Engstrom shares the chaotic journey she went through as a hopeful 25-year hopeful to a widow navigating her own illnesses at the same time while trying to keep it all together.    Rachel shares how she did it and how she used that experience to help others better navigate the world for the better when your world continues to turn upside down.    Insights  Supporting your significant other during a cancer diagnosis  Getting support...when you're the primary caregiver  Dealing with illness...when your significant other is also dealing with illness  Life….when cancer comes back  Making the hard decisions as a primary caregiver  The things you don't know...until you become a widow  How to start finding yourself after you lose someone  Turning adversity into advocacy      Takeaways of the Conversation  Get support even if you are the primary support We all need help    Find the resources The healthcare system can be a scary system to navigate. Look for advocates that are inside and outside of the healthcare system to help you    Keep fighting for your light  Even when you feel overwhelmed, know that there is   always wishing you a better future    The Homework:   Rachel talked about the power of finding hope after experiencing major losses in her life. She also talked about how she used the hope she found to inspire hope in others.     If you look hard enough, I'm sure that you can find it in your own life.    To prove it, take a moment to reflect on your life's story. Imagine if someone were to screenplay of your life and asked you to answer the following questions within 5 minutes    What songs would you choose in your screenplay?  What actor/actress would you choose in your screenplay?  Who or what would be the villain?    Think through your answer at a later time and see how you could recreate it.    If you feel comfortable, share your victory on social media with the hashtag: #changeismynarrative .      About Our Guest:  Rachel Engstrom is an author who turned her story of grief, pain, and loss into advocacy and resources for others     You can find her at https://linktr.ee/wifewidownowwhat and her book at https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08K6477RL/.        Social Media Channels  Instagram    Twitter    Facebook group (Health Heredity)  [Text Wrapping Break]Other Resources to Check Out  Adult Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia Treatment     Be the Match    Donate Cord Blood    Stupid Cancer 

This week's guest is Rachel Engstrom, author of Wife, Widow, Now What, certified health coach, blood cancer advocate, and social worker. Rachel opens up about about being her late husband's caregiver as he battled Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and what inspired her to write her book Wife, Widow, Now What? Rachel talks about how she felt as the wife both during and after her husband's experience with Leukemia, how she dealt with the loss, raising money for LLS and details on what her book includes. Her book not only tells her story, but it's also a toolkit of resources for widows and includes medical insurance tips, how you can ask for help when your family is going through cancer, finding your own support system and time for yourself as the caretaker, and so much more. You can purchase the book on Amazon and follow Rachel on Instagram and Facebook @wifewidownowwhat. https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL Follow along with guests and updates on Instagram and Facebook @canceractuallysuckspodcast and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Rachel Engstrom M.S.W., C.H.E.S has written a groundbreaking memoir/self-book on her experience as a young cancer wife then widow. With the increasing number of young women and men becoming widows/widowers due to not only cancer and serious illnesses, but also now Covid 19, this resource is needed more now than ever. Rachel shares her journey in a raw and honest way, while providing step by step resources to help you navigate your own journey. Never before has there been a combination of the personal grit of the healthcare journey, along with steps on how to navigate treatment, diagnosis, the ins and outs of hospital life, employment, finances, insurance, self care, grief and loss and much more. In this interview, Rachel shares how her husband was 35 when he was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. On their 8th wedding anniversary, just a year and a half after his diagnosis, he was admitted to the hospital again. He had lots of treatments including bone marrow transplant. Then 2 days after Rachel's 31st birthday, she had to hold him as he was taken off life support. She also shares about how she had endometriosis, and just 6 months after her husband's passing, she had to undergo surgery. Now, not only was she grieving the death of her husband, but also the idea of ever being able to birth a child. Part of her grief journey was writing a blog about her process and then this became a way to help others. She also joined the Leukemia Society Team and Training, where she trained to run a half marathon to raise funds towards this organization. This became one of her biggest outlets as well as her support group with people that could relate to what she was going through. Currently she is running for the Woman of The Year for the state of Minnesota to raise money for the Leukemia Society. You can find “Wife, Widow, Now What? How I Navigated the Cancer World and How You Can Too,” here https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL/ref=nodl_#immersive-view_1601477867868 , as well as follow her on social media here: https://m.facebook.com/wife.widow.now.what/ Here is the Website To donate https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/mn/MN21/ Contact Kendra Rinaldi to be a guest or for coaching: http://www.griefgratitudeandthegrayinbetween.com Music: http://www.rinaldisound.com Logo: http://www.pamelawinningham.com Production: Carlos Andres Londono

Welcome to episode #72- Rachel Engstrom shares her story with us and you've gotta tune in and hear her heart, and her story and how she maintained perspective during difficult times in her life. She also shares an awesome resource with us! To connect with Rachel, connect with her on FB and IG @wifewidownowwhat and to purchase her book filled with resources- you can purchase on Amazon- Wife, Widow, Now What! Try Hungry Root today! Referral Code: EMPOWER Use this link to auto-apply the promotion: https://www.hungryroot.com/?promo=EMPOWER&b=241&utm_source=bewindi-bobb&utm_medium=advocate&utm_campaign=ongoing My listeners will receive 30% off their first two (2) deliveries + a free gift for life*. *the free gift for life promotion is a choice of free cookie dough for life, free veggies for life, or (free chickpea pasta for life//free protein for life). "for life" means the length of their subscription. Don't forget to rate/ review podcast! Sincerely, Bewindi Bobb --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bewindi-aquilla-bobb/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bewindi-aquilla-bobb/support

Speaker, Advocate & Author of “Wife, Widow, Now What?”, Rachel Engstrom, joined us and spoke candidly about what it was like losing her husband and becoming a widow. Purchase Rachel's Book "Wife, Widow, Now What?" on Amazon.com https://smile.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=wife+widow+now+what&qid=1620853020&sr=8-3 Help Rachel raise money for Leukemia: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/mn/MN21/rengstrom?fbclid=IwAR0oD1MyDUaWtNqvT04Mq3e4Fv26LCG1mfIhRAUq_3DfeE9UWfLRsiloH7E The Power of Love Show is a weekly show sponsored by The Dee Dee Jackson Foundation where we shine a light on loss and grief and how it impacts our lives. Our aim is to build a community where we share inspiring stories, interview experts, learn, grow and empower one another to find proper and healthy healing. Visit the DDJF official website: http://www.ddjf.org/ Donate to DDJF (501c3): https://app.mobilecause.com/form/xDJ0Cg?vid=74qmm Check Out DDJF Merch : https://teespring.com/.../collection/All%20Products... Have you subscribed to our Podcast?     •    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/fr/podcast/the-power-of-love-show/id1282931846     •    Spotify Podcasts : https://open.spotify.com/show/6X6zGAPmdReRrlLO0NW4n6?si=bhNl9GjJRxKXUvTdwZme6Q     •    Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9wb3dlcm9mbG92ZS5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw     •    Anchor: https://anchor.fm/thepowerofloveshow Did you know you can support DDJF through any of your amazon.com purchases? Simply click link below and select Dee Dee Jackson Foundation as your charity of choice https://smile.amazon.com/gp/chpf/dashboard/ref=smi_nav_surl_mi_x_mkt Once done… bookmark and use your smile link to support DDJF! Join the Dee Dee Jackson Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/1500933326745571 Support DDJF simply by using the link below when shopping at Amazon.com https://smile.amazon.com/ref=smi_se_dshb_bk_smi --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thepowerofloveshow/support

In this episode host, @BrookeLJames speaks with Author Rachel Engstrom @wifewidownowwhat on her experience in becoming a cancer wife at 28 and a widow at 31. Rachel shares her story and how it motivated her to write a memoir/manual for those going through a loss, how endometriosis and her husband's cancer diagnosis led her to confront fertility options and the associated grieving process there, and how she picked up the pieces and built the resilience to move forward. Buy Rachel's book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL/

Some disruption occurs over time, and other times it is dropped in our lap without notice. My guest Rachel Engstrom shares how God used a fortune cookie message to notify her that a God shift was coming and how cancer and the later death of her husband changed her life in mere moments. In this episode you will learn how to navigate difficult seasons of life and how to respond when God swiftly takes your life in an unexpected direction. We cover: --Ways grace is given during times of crisis --What to surround yourself with and what to avoid when going through tough times --How to make room for what you need and what God needs to do in your life Links and resources: Access Rachel's book, Wife, Widow, Now What? HERE and find her on FB HERE Access our FREE guide: When God Says Shift Follow us on Instagram:@agodhsift Follow us on Facebook: @agodshift For more about the God Shift Movement, check out the website. Make sure you hit SUBSCRIBE so you don’t miss out on any of our faith and destiny lessons coming up soon.

This week you will be meeting Rachel. She is telling her caregiver story as well as her late husbands cancer story and his fight against Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. Rachel is the Author of "Wife, Widow, Now What?" in which she chronicles her and her husbands journey through his cancer diagnosis. Her book is based on her own personal experience as a cancer wife then widow that is an invaluable resource to anyone going through the cancer process/journey whether patient, caregiver, or supporter. Rachel wrote this book to help others along the way with a fresh, witty and authentic narrative. In this episode, you will laugh, you will cry and you will hear this amazing woman's story as she navigated through her husbands cancer diagnosis, journey, and her life after his passing. Her book details in live action what she was going through; Physically, emotionally, spiritually, and even talks about things you don't necessarily think about or prepare such as finances, schedules and more. She is so unbelievably inspirational and you will come away from this conversation with a whole new appreciation on life. Links from our chat: Facebook IG- wifewidownowwhat Twitter @wifewidownowwh To learn more about Rachel and her journey visit: https://linktr.ee/wifewidownowwhat To purchase Rachels book, "Wife, Widow, Now What?" https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL/ref=nodl_#immersive-view_1601477867868 Cancer Con Rachel's Leukemia Woman of the Year Fundraiser --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mycancerstorypodcast/support

Today we welcome the newest member to the Fly Widow Community, Rachel Engstrom. She lost her husband from Leukemia 2 days after she turned 31. In this episode, you can expect to hear: * Surviving after grief * Ways to prepare yourself  *Surrounding yourself with other people * Traveling as a therapy *Loving yourself & So much more! If you want to share your story or want to send a message to The Fly Widow community:E-mail: info@TheFlyWidowPodcast.com  Instagram: @flywidowpodcast Donate now to the LLS website link below and help me get to $50,000 for blood cancer research, treatment and patient education and I'll let you vote to pick out a tattoo for me! As soon as I get your email confirmation of $5 or more to Save Lives -$5=1 vote, I'll email you the link. fightbloodcancer #woty #cancer #leukemiaandlymphomasociety #tattoo #tattoochallenge https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/mn/MN21/rengstrom. DONATE NOW THROUGH 5/21 TO SAVE LIVES! 100% of the proceeds go towards research, treatment, medicines, and patient and family support and education. ❤️

Welcome listeners to a special episode featuring our first guest - Rachel Engstrom! We are so thrilled to be incorporating stories submitted from listeners and bringing you on to personally share your story and good things with our audience! ... In today's episode, Author of "Wife Widow Now What?", Rachel Engstrom is here to share her first hand experience of navigating a series of challenging life events and circumstances that changed her world, and lets us in on her secret to finding the nuggets of gold within those dark moments. If you feel inspired by her journey or know someone who might benefit from hearing it, you can buy her book at https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL ... Ways to connect with us: Share your good story at https://my.captivate.fm/www.allthegoodthingspodcast.com (www.allthegoodthingspodcast.com) or email us at allthegoodthingspodcast@gmail.com! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/allthegoodthings Instagram @allthegoodthingspodcast

We are so excited to welcome our second guest to the show! Rachel Engstrom is a fellow grief warrior and the author of a book titled Wife, Widow, Now What? She is joining us today to share her grief story and how she lost her husband and best friend to cancer when she was just 31 years old. You will be amazed at some of the commonalities we all have (like the year of 2011) and many of the differences we have. We are three different women who collectively suffered the most significant and catastrophic losses that anyone can suffer- the loss of a spouse, the loss of a child, and the loss of both parents. And while we all grieved them differently, we are all choosing to find the good in our grief and the freedom that provides us to help us all move forward. In this episode, you will hear: -Rachel's grief story and why she decided to write her book -The commonalities and differences we have in our grief journeys -How Rachel is finding the good in her grief To purchase Rachel's book https://www.amazon.com/Wife-Widow-Now-What-Navigated/dp/B08KBV5DBL To connect with Rachel: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/wifewidownowwhat/ Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/wife.widow.now.what Please come hang out with us over on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/goodgriefpeople/. We are keeping the conversation going and would love to connect with you! If you know someone who needs to hear this podcast, please share it with them. Sign up to subscribe to our newsletter https://bit.ly/GoodGriefPeopleNewsletter. And as a thank you, you will receive a complimentary copy of our little eBook, “Tips to Allow Yourself to Grieve". Don't forget to subscribe to the show so you don't miss an episode! While you are there, give us some stars and leave a review so we can reach and help more and more people. Thank you for listening!

Rachel is a Former Cancer wife & Widow, an advocate for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and the author of the book “Wife, Widow, Now What?” The Mental Corner Podcast is a show hosted by Harry Potvin where guests from all different backgrounds come on weekly and discuss the many different aspects of Mental Health and how we can change society, and ourselves for the better. Rachel's Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesuperfoodgoddess/ Donation Link to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/mn/MN21/rengstrom Harry's Socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thementalcorner/ This podcast is sponsored by YourMD. "At YourMD, we are here to make healthcare accessible to everyone using telemedicine. We create a safe space for you, to be able to easily talk about your concerns. Receive the same standard of care without the long wait. We aim to bring the best healthcare to you." https://yourmd.ca

In this week's episode of Energetically You I had the opportunity to interview Rachel Engstrom who has written a part memoir, part toolkit of a book to help people who are caregiving for spouses or a close family member who is fighting a terminal illness.  She has mobilized her grief through writing this book, being of service to others, self-care and walking.   The top questions we will be asking ourselves throughout the episode include: How can I truly be of service to someone carrying the stress of a loved one with cancer? How to ask for help. How to trust the process and move through the grieving process. What are the practical (not so emotional) things we can do to help navigate the paperwork + support systems? Quotes  “There are so many things that are tough for people to admit to themselves, such as I need help, I can't do this 100% on my own.” “What I'm really proud of societally is that more and more men are calling in for counseling themselves.” “ If we could just afford in many different ways to slow down, breathe and figure out what works.” “We have to figure out how to slow ourselves down and give in to the process.” CONNECT WITH Rachel: Buy her book here.  Facebook Instagram Press Twitter @wifewidownowwh1   More from Rachel: Rachel Engstrom M.S.W., C.H.E.S has written a groundbreaking memoir/self-book on her experience as a young cancer wife then widow. With the increasing number of young women and men becoming widows/widowers due to not only cancer and serious illnesses, but also now Covid 19, this resource is needed more now than ever. Rachel shares her journey in a raw and honest way, while providing step by step resources to help you navigate your own journey. Never before has there been a combination of the personal grit of the healthcare journey, along with steps on how to navigate treatment, diagnosis, the ins and outs of hospital life, employment, finances, insurance, self care, grief and loss and much more. You can find “Wife, Widow, Now What? How I Navigated the Cancer World and How You Can Too.” Connect with Megan Swan Social: Instagram Facebook Pinterest When you are listening please take a screenshot and share it on social media and tag me @meganswanwellness !  We would really appreciate it. Please grab my latest freebie: 222+ JOURNAL PROMPTS TO EMPOWER YOUR WELLNESS JOURNEY.   Work with Megan Swan www.meganswanwellness.com   Resources mentioned in the show: Book: Lost Connections by Johann Hari

FHM Episode #065: Rachel Engstrom never imagined becoming a widow at 31 years old. In her book, "Wife, Widow, Now What?", Rachel shares not only about her life and the way she supported her husband during his cancer treatments but she also gives you the tools to navigate your life while going through the process yourself.  Meet Rachel: Rachel Engstrom M.S.W., C.H.E.S has written a groundbreaking memoir/self-book on her experience as a young cancer wife then widow. With the increasing number of young women and men becoming widows/widowers due to not only cancer and serious illnesses, but also now Covid 19, this resource is needed more now than ever. Rachel shares her journey in a raw and honest way, while providing step by step resources to help you navigate your own journey. Never before has there been a combination of the personal grit of the healthcare journey, along with steps on how to navigate treatment, diagnosis, the ins and outs of hospital life, employment, finances, insurance, self care, grief and loss and much more. You can find “Wife, Widow, Now What?  Click here to order Wife, Widow, Now What?  Follow Rachel on Facebook Follow Rachel on Instagram Follow Rachel on Twitter Click here for show notes. ABOUT YOUR HOST: Tonya Murray is the author of Functioning Hot Mess: Embrace Your Inner Chaos and Be Enough in a World that Says You're Not. She's been helping families impacted by child sexual abuse for over a decade. Her experience has shown her that personal growth creates a ripple effect and positively impacts those around you. Her life coaching techniques have been shown to improve relationships, inner peace, confidence, and self-worth. Learn more about Tonya and how to work with her at The Heart of Confidence, LLC. Get your swag at the Sassy Closet.

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