Introducing the Newest Online Course āNaomi and the Widows Clubā
Step into a circle of strength and empathy with "Naomi and the Widows Club," an online course led by Naomi Rhode that brings together women who have faced profound loss and grief. This course is a sanctuary for open, unscripted conversations where women share their personal journeys of healing in a supportive, roundtable-style discussion.
With each session, you will explore the multifaceted nature of griefāfrom the unexpected waves of emotions to the deep transformation it brings to one's identity and outlook on life. You'll learn about the unpredictable nature of grief, which often feels like a series of wavesāmoments of calm interspersed with intense periods of mourning. The women candidly discuss how grief is not something to "get over" but rather a powerful experience that is integrated into one's life, deepening empathy and expanding the capacity for love. They reveal the profound realization that the intensity of their grief mirrors the depth of their love and share how balancing grief with gratitude can be a powerful tool for healing.
The course also covers the unique challenges faced by widows, such as the loneliness that comes with losing a spouse and the social struggles of navigating a world designed for couples. You'll hear firsthand about the difficulties of finding new roles in social settings, especially within church communities, and the courage needed to rebuild relationships and foster new ones. These stories offer invaluable insights into the effort required to create a new identity while still honoring the past.
Guilt is another poignant topic explored in this course. Many participants share their experiences of grappling with guilt over actions taken or not taken during their loved ones' final moments. Through heartfelt conversations, they reflect on the importance of self-forgiveness and understanding grief as a normal, shared human experience. This candid dialogue provides comfort and clarity, helping to alleviate some of the emotional burdens that accompany grief.
You'll also gain practical advice on managing a loved oneās belongings after their passingāa topic that often brings up complex emotions. The women discuss their varied approaches, from cherishing keepsakes that capture their loved onesā essence to clearing out reminders of illness to reclaim their space. These conversations reveal the deeply personal nature of grief and the different ways people find peace.
"Naomi and the Widows Club" emphasizes the healing power of community and the simple act of "showing up" for someone who is grieving. Through these rich and honest discussions, participants learn the value of presence, acceptance, and understanding. By the end of this course, youāll gain not only comfort from shared experiences but also practical strategies to navigate your grief journey with courage, grace, and a renewed sense of purpose.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Naomi Rhode
(pronounced Rhode E), CSP, CPAE Speaker Hall of FameĀ®, a graduate and alumni of the year of the University of Minnesota, speaks annually before thousands of health care professionals and their team members, corporations, conventions, non-profit organizations, and Christian ministries, sharing her expertise on leadership, team building, life and interpersonal relationships. She stimulates her audience to achieve new levels of professional and personal growth. She has spoken in all 50 states and 15 foreign countries.
Kim Harms
has been around the block in life. She has served as a Commissioned Officer in the United States Public Health Service, a dental school professor, a grief counselor, a death doula, a civil mediator, a clinical dentist with her late husband Jim in Farmington MN, a school board Chair, President of an international women's organization, the first woman President of the Minnesota Dental Association, a National Spokesperson (21 years) for the American Dental Association, an award-winning, bestselling author and international speaker on the topics of grief, conflict and legacy planning. Her Latest book Are You Ready? How to Build a Legacy to Die For helps readers set their families up for success after they are gone. She has also suffered many personal losses, including the deaths by suicide of her mother and son and the death by broken heart of her husband after their son's death. Her most important role now is mother to her two surviving children and grandmother to 6 precious grandchildren.
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