Richard Patricia
Richard Patricia
Bad Widow, Alison Pena, Talks About Overcoming Grief and Strategies for Living Powerfully
Bad Widow, Alison Pena, Talks About Overcoming Grief and Strategies for Living Powerfully
Bad Widow, Alison Pena, Talks About Overcoming Grief and Strategies for Living Powerfully
Wednesday 29th April 2020
Alison Pena, known as the 'Bad Widow', discusses overcoming grief, living fully, and finding purpose after losing her husband to cancer.
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Get the buttons here!Living Fully After Loss: Alison Pena's Journey as the 'Bad Widow'
When someone is going through a storm, your silent presence is more powerful than a million empty words.
Imagine facing the devastating news that your loved one has only a short time to live. For Alison Pena, this became a reality when her husband, David, was diagnosed with Stage 4 pancreatic cancer. In this heartfelt episode of 'Silent Presence', Alison, an international speaker and author, opens up about their decision to embrace every moment together despite the looming loss.
She shares how this approach shaped her path through grief and led her to discover strategies for living powerfully even after such a profound loss. Known as the 'Bad Widow', Alison dives into the three levels of loss and how she navigated each one. From losing energy and memory to feeling overwhelmed by grief, she candidly discusses her journey and the small steps she took to rebuild her life.
Writing, blogging, and speaking engagements became her outlets for healing, allowing her to connect with others and find purpose again. One of Alison's key messages is the power of silent presence. She believes that being there for someone in their darkest times can be more impactful than any words. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone grappling with loss, offering practical advice and heartfelt insights on finding purpose and strength in the aftermath of tragedy.