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Feeling lost or alone in the struggle? Welcome, friend.
May these writings support, and give clarity in confusion,
to you and all with whom you share them.
How to Rebuild in Widowhood (Part 3/3): New Identity & Purpose
The 3 week series finale for Christian widows on a redemptive grief journey! Creating a life you love again with HOPE, vision, and confidence is possible—God’s not done with your story, sister!
Rachel Powell
6 days ago7 min read
How to Heal Deeper as a Widow (Part 2/3): Tending the Real Wounds
Christian widow's guide to healing more deeply in grief, tending the right wounds, & rebuilding with God & others after loss. You don't have to accept pain & living an unhappy life as your future!
Rachel Powell
Dec 24, 20257 min read
How to Navigate Grief as a Widow (Part 1): Healthy Grieving
Guidance for Christian widows in healthy grief—avoiding numbness or despair & opening the door to HOPE & God’s presence... & laying the foundation for healing & rebuilding.
Rachel Powell
Dec 17, 20257 min read
Loneliness vs. Alone: A Christ-Centered Path to Healing for Widows
The difference is crucial- Learn how to break free from crushing loneliness, rebuild identity in faith, and step into hope, purpose, and connection.
Rachel Powell
Dec 10, 20257 min read
How to Respond to Insensitive Comments & Questions as a Christian Widow
Learn how to reply with confidence, boundaries, and Holy Spirit-led peace and strength.
P.S. One powerful mindset shift can shape your grieving experience!
Rachel Powell
Dec 3, 20255 min read
Thanksgiving in Widowhood: Gratitude & Grief
Navigate grief & gratitude: deeper than the "just be thankful" platitudes, and also lifted above being swallowed by pain in our loss. There is so much HOPE.
Rachel Powell
Nov 26, 20255 min read
Breaking Free from Guilt: A Guide for Christian Suicide Widows
A guide for Christian suicide widows to releasing guilt, embracing forgiveness, and finding hope-filled healing and freedom after traumatic loss.
Rachel Powell
Nov 19, 20256 min read
The Hidden Health Impacts of Widowhood: What You Need to Know
Widowhood impacts your body, too. Learn how grief changes health & what you can do to support and protect yours.
Rachel Powell
Nov 12, 20255 min read
A Widow's Guide to Dating Again: Navigating Love After Loss
Widowed & wondering about dating again? Get biblical wisdom, emotional readiness tips, & real talk on moving forward with confidence.
Rachel Powell
Nov 5, 20256 min read
How to Move Forward When You Feel Stuck in Widowhood Grief
Feeling stuck in widowhood grief? Discover 3 faith-filled steps to move forward, heal with hope, and rebuild life with Christ.
Rachel Powell
Oct 29, 20257 min read
Creating a Home That Heals After Loss: Reframing Spaces to be HOPE-filled
Create a home, or spaces within it, that are healing after loss. Discover faith-filled ways to bring light, hope, and peace back into your space in grief.
Rachel Powell
Oct 22, 20255 min read
What to do When Your Husband Dies (with a PDF Checklist)
When your world shatters, practical help matters. Start here, and get a free PDF checklist to guide you through the first steps of widowhood.
Rachel Powell
Oct 15, 20254 min read
5 Healing Essentials for a New (& Seasoned) Widows
Discover 5 holistic and faith-based essentials needed for healing, hope, and rebuilding life after the loss of your husband.
Rachel Powell
Oct 8, 20257 min read
Fearless Confession: Widowed & Rebuilding Your Identity
Widowed & rebuilding your identity in Christ? Discover hope, healing, and community to find purpose after loss.
Rachel Powell
Oct 1, 20255 min read
Lifelines in Widowhood to Move Forward From Survival to Stability
Feeling stuck in widowhood? Discover hope-filled lifelines for Christian widows ready to take forward steps.
Rachel Powell
Sep 24, 20255 min read
Love Letter to a New Widow
New widow sister, I welcome you. Yes, into grief & pain, but also into:
family, growth & resilience, rebuilding, & hope.
Rachel Powell
Sep 17, 20254 min read
Why What You’ve Tried in Widowhood Isn’t Working (& What Will)
Still stuck in grief, widow sister? Time won’t heal alone. Discover faith-based widow support for real hope and healing.
Rachel Powell
Sep 10, 20255 min read
Into Gold: The Power of a Widow Who Walks With God
Discover how God refines us into gold, bringing purpose, hope & strength- yes, through widowhood!
Rachel Powell
Sep 3, 20255 min read
HOPE for the Christian Widow: His Power is Perfected in Weakness
In widowhood’s darkest moments, Christ’s strength shines brighter. Find hope, healing, and comfort in God's promises for widows.
Rachel Powell
Aug 27, 20254 min read
Break Silence as a Suicide Widow: Finding Safe, Faith‑Rooted Support
Christian suicide widows can break stigma & find safe, faith-rooted support. You don’t have to grieve alone—let's walk into HOPE.
Rachel Powell
Aug 20, 20254 min read
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