How Widowed Moms Can Identify and Break through a grief plateau:
A masterclass to help you recognize and break through a Grief Plateau so you can get back to loving life.
any of this sound familiar?
You're getting through your days but not really enjoying them
But you feel overwhelmed or unclear about what you want in the future.
You want to believe it's possible to love life again even though your spouse died
But you feel guilty when you think about it or don't know how to make it happen.
You're scrolling, staying busy, or turning to food or alcohol to avoid feeling bad
And even though you know it's not what you want, you feel frustrated because you haven't been able to change it.
Most widowed moms have no idea what a Grief Plateau is or how to get out of it - this Masterclass will change that.
If I hadn’t done it myself, I probably wouldn’t believe it was possible.
After my husband, Hugo, was killed by a drunk driver when I was 40, I found it difficult to deal with the holiday season. I was no longer curled up in the fetal position and had gone back to work. But I didn’t feel as strong as everyone was telling me I looked… and I definitely wasn’t looking forward to doing life without him. I felt robotic, hollow and even though I was back to functioning, I wasn’t really LIVING. I wanted to love my life again, but I didn’t know how. I was completely stuck in what I call a Grief Plateau but didn’t have a name for it or know how to free myself.
Fortunately, I discovered life coaching and Post Traumatic Growth. The tools were so powerful that I decided to devote my career to helping other widows genuinely love their lives again, too. None of us need to settle for a “new normal” that’s less than what we want or stay stuck in a Grief Plateau when we could get back to loving life.
What you’ll learn
How to recognize when you’re stuck in a Grief Plateau so you can break free of it.
What Post Traumatic Growth is and why it’s possible for you, even if you’ve never heard of it!
The top 5 mistakes most widowed moms make that keep them stuck in a Grief Groundhog’s Day.
The two meta-skills that all widows need in order to break through a Grief Plateau and why the Autonomic Nervous System plays a crucial role in moving forward.
What clients say about working with Krista...
My husband, Eric, passed away four months before I signed up for coaching. I was really overwhelmed with the idea of solo parenting and figuring out how to do life without him. I started looking into anything and everything people would suggest, and Mom Goes On was the first thing that felt concrete. From my time in Mom Goes On, I feel more present and able to enjoy the things that we have, because I'm not completely overwhelmed by being a solo parent. I can feel frustrated and let it flow through me without snapping or yelling. I don't lay in bed beating myself up and thinking about all the things that went wrong. There’s a sense of calm that wasn’t there before. I’ve learned that I’m strong. I’m capable of doing hard things and handling things calmly, with as much grace as possible. And I’m capable of making good decisions for myself and the girls.
I didn't even know what to hope for when I joined Mom Goes On because I was so in the depths of grief. Now I feel so confident that I can be happy and love my life.
I was originally looking for a dating coach, but I wasn’t sure if they could help widows, and I wasn't sure I was ready to date. My colleague sent me Krista, and I was drawn to her energy and enthusiasm. On the first call, she asked what I wanted in life. I have a big list of goals and I wanted to go, go, go all the time and bypass feelings, because I tend to think accomplishing things will resolve feelings. I didn't want to feel inadequate, ashamed, unseen, or unlovable. Krista helped me slow down, look at my feelings and thoughts, and then figure out a path to get where I want to go. Whenever I feel stuck or overwhelmed, she coached me on how everything can be figured out. The takeaway is that I can relax into uncertainty. That feels a little scary, but mostly it feels empowering. Krista helps me slow down and locate myself in a compassionate, objective way.
She is helping me lean into uncomfortable feelings in order to have the life that I want.
I’ve always been a joyful person, but I became so angry after my husband died. I would yell at my kids for normal stuff, like spilling milk or getting dirt on their clothes. I knew that wasn’t the life I wanted, because I would feel so horrible afterward. But in the moment, I couldn’t stop. Krista told me to think of my thoughts like a platter. I have lots of options, and I can pick and choose how I want to respond to any situation. So now, instead of allowing myself to explode, I take a second and think, “Okay, they just spilled water. What do I want to do here? What do I want to say?” I’m much more calm and peaceful than before – and my kids are, too! Mom Goes On is truly life changing. I know I can’t go back in time, but I wish I had done it sooner. I floundered for three and a half years after Todd died, just barely surviving.
Now I actually like my life! Even though Todd is not here, I like the rest of it. It’s all thanks to Krista and the things she teaches.
I lost my husband to suicide in December of 2018. The first year or so was a blur. I was in shock and I busying myself, doing a great job of avoiding my feelings. A year and a half after he died, I found The Widowed Mom Podcast and thought to myself, “Okay, Krista gets it. She is going to help me.” When I learned of the Mom Goes On program, I was curious. At first, I was a little bit skeptical of the group setting, as I didn't want to be lost in a crowd. What I discovered was that being in a group is like finding a bunch of new best friends that you have this terrible thing in common with, and you help each other through. I've learned from other people’s questions and coaching. I really have grown so much, feel so supported, and have gained some really powerful tools.
Mom Goes On is a great way to get your life back. And I love it so much, I signed up again for Mom Goes On Masters!
I love having step-by-step tools that I know I have the power to use to make things better for myself! I started the program thinking I needed to find some big purpose so my life would have meaning and happiness. I now am more clear on my purpose and values, I have learned my purpose is to just live my life and I am happier with my everyday choices, changing my thought to “I want to” instead of “I should or I need to” has helped me enjoy the little everyday things.
I have more self-confidence, making decisions is easier and I love the thought there is no right or wrong decision. I am more curious about trying new things knowing the worse thing that can happen are feelings. I know with certainty that I can do hard things and that I can have a happy future.I feel proud of myself and very hopeful for the future.
Thank you so much for starting MGO and sharing your knowledge in a way that has been so helpful for me.
Things that I never thought I could get to, I see are now possible.
The work is not fluff, it’s true intense work on myself.
I’ve come a long way from the dark places in my mind to seeing what’s possible for me.
My life is better because of
Mom Goes On.
Krista’s tools and coaching have allowed me to peel off layers of grief like an onion and get to my best self. If it weren’t for what I learned in Mom Goes On, I would still be stuck in the same patterns that were holding me back from being my best self.
If I could give advice to a widow considering joining I would tell her it’s the catalyst to help her move from staying stuck in grief vs taking grief forward into a much fuller life.
Today I feel like I’m a different person from one year ago.
Krista and my group of moms have changed my life. I not only learned skills to handle my loss but I have also used the tips and techniques in my everyday life. I am in touch with how my feelings affect me daily and know how to handle those feelings now. I am mentally so much stronger than I thought possible. I could go on and on about the positive impacts of this program.
Thank you, thank you, Krista, a million times for having the insight and courage to form this program.
I learned practical strategies for dealing with my grief surrounding my husband’s death, and I learned how to dream about and build my next chapter in life.
I also learned useful ways to approach all the new experiences that widowhood brings as well as the new life for me and for my children.
I am excited for my future!
I was in a very sad, lonely and dark place before finding Mom Goes On. I had PTSD from the suicide loss of my husband. Mom Goes On gave me a safe place to learn and grow and the women in it are nothing short of amazing.
I’m proud of the work I’ve done and now see that my future can be full of joy, hope and new understanding.
To enumerate the victories here would be endless, but among the more important ones, I have come to see myself as a strong and capable mother who chooses her children over other distractions, who advocates for her son who at 5 and a half has not learned to speak, who forgives herself for imperfections and teaches her children that “failing forward” is a thing!
I have begun helping other widowed moms and children at a local grief center. I have carved out time for myself: I learned to sail and am playing guitar. I make time for friends. I care for my body and lend a hand to neighbors.
Mom Goes On has allowed me to see that I am not alone—through the mirror of other women I have been able to see myself. Through their successes, I have crafted my own.
It changed my entire outlook on my life and the people and events in my life.
I can’t express what coaching and Mom Goes On did for me.
I’ll be honest, although there was something that drew me to Krista’s MGO program, I fought the concepts hard when I joined. As a widow, I felt the kids and I were now on the “outside” of the goodness of life.
But I stuck with it, and now I see the world and myself from a more loving perspective.
You’re a great fit if…
- You’re encouraged at the idea of loving life again sooner than later even if you don't yet know how.
- You’re willing to invest two hours of your time to learn some powerful strategies.
- You’re open to learning tools beyond what you may have received in therapy.
- Even though people might say you’re doing great, you still feel hollow or empty inside.
You’re not quite ready if…
- You have an undiagnosed or serious mental health issue that is not being treated by a licensed professional.
- You’re having serious thoughts of harming yourself or others.
- You're a card carrying member of the "Ain't it Awful" Club and mostly just want to complain about the raw deal you've been given.
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You aren't willing to invest two hours in your own well-being.
How it works
- "Breaking Through a Grief Plateau" Masterclass will take place from 1-3pm Central, Thursday, December 8th.
- It’s convenient and entirely online so you can participate in a way that works best for you and your busy schedule no matter what time zone you live in.
- You’ll have the opportunity to attend the Masterclass live via Zoom. Can’t attend live? Don’t worry… the workshop will be recorded and sent straight to your inbox so you benefit even if you can’t be there in person.
- You'll make connections with other widows who are forward focused like you!
- Along with the live training, you'll receive a digital workbook with support information and step-by-step note taking so you can follow along and apply what you learn in the months to come.
- You'll be able to ask any questions you have during the workshop and request live coaching from Krista.
- You'll have access to the recording and materials long after the workshop is over so you can come back as many times as you need!
"Breaking Through a Grief Plateau" is for you no matter how old your children are or when your partner died…
My partner just died…
You are welcome to join this Masterclass even if your loss was recent and your widow fog is intense. You will be able to use these tools no matter how recently your partner died.
My partner has been gone for years…
One of the most common myths of grief is that “time heals” and this can be incredibly frustrating when time has passed and you still aren’t loving your life! If you’re tired of watching time pass and just going through the motions, you’re not alone and this event will help!
I have young children…
Managing your grief while solo parenting and helping your children manage their grief is daunting at best. And while it’s easy to put your own needs aside and focus on your children, it’s a terrible long term strategy and won’t help you create what you want. Grief is a marathon, not a sprint and as cliché as it sounds, you must put the oxygen mask on yourself first. This event will give you tools you need and can use immediately. And it’s designed with a busy solo mom’s schedule in mind and full of other widowed moms who “get it” when no one else in your world does.
My children are grown…
Once a mom, always a mom. And while the challenges of parenting adult children are different from those with young children, they aren’t necessarily any easier and most non-widows don’t understand. This event will help you feel better and get unstuck from a grief plateau, regardless of whether your children live with you or have children of their own.
What if you could get what you need to recognize and break through a Grief Plateau so you can get back to loving life?
Let Krista St-Germain, Master Certified Life Coach and Top Widow Podcaster, help you in this online Masterclass.
"Breaking Through a Grief Plateau" 2 Hour Masterclass
$37
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Two full hours with Krista where you're learn how to identify a Grief Plateau, what Post Traumatic Growth is and why it's possible for all widowed moms, the top 5 mistakes most widowed moms don’t know they’re making, the two meta-skills you MUST have to break through a Grief Plateau, and why the Autonomic Nervous System plays a key role
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A follow-along digital workbook so it's easier to remember and apply what you learn.
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Access to the recording and support materials so you can come back as many times as you need for as long as you need!
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The ability to connect online with other widowed moms who get it.
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This Masterclass is entirely online so you can participate in a way that works best for your busy schedule no matter what time zone you live in. The live event will take place from 1-3pm Central, Thursday, December 8.
Perhaps you're wondering...
This Masterclass is simple but powerful. All you have to do is apply what you learn and you will make progress! (I’ve helped hundreds of widows inside my paid coaching programs since 2018 and if they can do it, so can you!)
We get it. Some people just want to talk about how awful it is to be a widow. This experience is not a pity party. We believe in acknowledging that it’s hard and then deciding to be women who do hard things. That said, all emotions are welcome and it’s ok if you cry. We’re just not going to stay stuck in the sadness.
We’ve designed this Masterclass with busy moms in mind. And this event will take less time than most of us spend scrolling on social media.
If you’re willing to invest 2 hours you’ll benefit in powerful ways!
No, all moms are welcome in this Masterclass and in Mom Goes On, our 6 month paid coaching program. The average member has children at home or in college but many members have grown children and even grandchildren.
Simply click the “Join Now” button, register for the Masterclass and we’ll send all the details to your inbox.
We are an inclusive community. If you identify as a woman and a widow, you are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Many women join our programs having had challenging relationships. Some were even separated or divorced at the time of their partner’s death. This can make grief and healing more complex. Regardless of the type of the challenges you faced while they were living, this Masterclass will help!
Losing your parter to suicide is complicated and we have coached many widows through the nuances of healing after a suicide loss. All losses are welcome in this Masterclass.