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Karen R Smith-Racicot, CLC
Rebecca K LaChance, PhD Author Interview
Widows Among Us: Stories and Insights is part memoir and part guide for preparation, support, and community; offering readers invaluable insights into navigating life before and after the loss of a spouse. Why was this an important book for you to write?
Becoming a widow was a very different experience for each of us, and we reacted very differently. However, we realized our experiences also had many similarities. We were surprised by the realization that we actually had not known what to expect. No one ever talked about widowhood, the amount of work to be done by the widow, or how to cope with unexpected situations. We want to make widowhood a topic that is discussed among women and families. We believe that the trauma of becoming widowed can be reduced by information and knowledge.
What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?
Everyone grieves differently, and that’s perfectly fine. You don’t need to adhere to what society ‘expects’ of you if it doesn’t resonate with your feelings.
Prepare yourself BEFORE a life event happens.
What is one piece of advice you wish someone had given you when you were younger?
It really is to your benefit to be prepared for life events. You can never know when a life-changing event is going to happen. Your way of managing grief and recovery is entirely your choice. Don’t hesitate to seek help if you feel you want it, but trust your inner voice. You have the ability and power to create your new future.
What do you hope is one thing readers take away from your story?
There is life beyond widowhood, and it can be beautiful.
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unsure about how to support widows in their lives. The authors illuminate the realities of
widowhood by exploring its unique and often overlooked aspects. (Search for the Large Print Edition using B0DSG1SJRD in the Amazon search bar.)
Every day, over 2,800 American women become widows. The average age of these widows is
59. You might know one of the eleven million widows in the United States. You may be one
yourself, or you could find yourself in that situation one day.
This inspirational and enlightening book offers valuable insights. The three authors write
candidly and emotionally about their unique experiences as widows and their determination to
create new beginnings after loss. Each author’s voice distinctly reveals different yet similar
aspects of grief and rebuilding a life.
They have collaborated to create a spirit guide and a handbook designed to assist women and
those who wish to support them in navigating the challenges of widowhood. The book offers
explanations that ease the discomfort of preparation and provides practical lists for getting
ready. It reassures widows with logical, comforting, and valuable insights into their experiences
and their tasks. The book concludes with advice and suggestions on how to help and support
the widows in the reader’s life.
A quiet, welcome voice of calm and encouragement emerges from the pages. This book has the
power to comfort many.
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