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Widower Grief & Healing Blog

Reflections from guest writers for men navigating loss

From grief and isolation to healing and purpose, these honest reflections — written by widowed men and those who support them — offer hard-won lessons and practical insights to help widowers survive, heal, find strength and rebuild themselves.

  • Is There Really a Gender Difference in the Grieving Process?

    Men and Women Feel Grief Similarly—But Show It Differently In feminist literature today, there is a strong emphasis on how men and women are more alike than different. On some level, I agree. Both men and women often feel the same emotions after losi continue Reading...

    June 12, 2012

    By Phyllis Silverman, Ph.D.

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  • New Holiday Traditions for Widowers

    The Holidays Without Her The loss of your wife takes on a whole new meaning around the holidays. How does a widower move forward without his loved one to reflect on the holiday’s purpose, without sharing good conversation, without celebrating love an continue Reading...

    June 3, 2012

    By Gerald J. Schaefer

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  • About
    • About Our Organization
    • The Founder
    • FAQ About Widower Concerns
    • FAQ About Men’s Grief
    • National Bereaved Men Days
  • Resources
    • Men’s Grief Resources
    • Death of a Spouse/PartnerBooks to support men after losing a spouse or partner
    • Widower Support Resources
    • Spirituality and Grief
    • Dating Resources for Widowers
    • Books for WidowersEssential books to support men through grief and healing
    • Poetry for the GrievingWords of Inspiration by Poets
    • Recipes for WidowersComfort food recipes for beginner to seasoned cook
    • Testimonial VideosReal Stories of Healing and Hope from Widowers
    • Death of a Child or Grandchild
    • Death of a Parent
  • Get Support
    • What to Expect After Losing a Spouse
    • Widower to Widower
    • Support Groups
    • How to Start a Widowers’ Group
    • Support Research
    • Online Discussion Groups
  • Media
    • In the NewsNews and media on grief and support for men
    • PodcastsInsightful and engaging conversations on men’s grief, healing, and resilience
    • WebinarsOnline workshops for widowers and those who support them
    • Dating PodcastDating guidance for widowers ready to connect again
  • Blog
    • Widower Grief & Healing BlogReflections from guest writers for men navigating loss
    • Widower Dating BlogDating guidance for widowers ready to connect again
  • Contact Us
Donate
National Widowers' Organization Logo

You are not alone — we’re here to help you through grief

Access Resources Made for Men Coping with Grief

Your support helps us reach more widowers nationwide

Donate
National Widowers' Organization Logo

Your support helps us reach more widowers nationwide

Donate
May 30 - National Men in Grief Day
August 24 - National Widowers’ Day

National Bereaved Men Days

National Widowers' Organization, Inc.
14 Earl Road
East Sandwich, MA 02537

A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves widowers across the U.S.
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