The Hungry Widow
73 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -Through our daring and powerful conversations, we will overcome our pain, grow through our experiences, and ignite our purpose one episode at a time. This is our space, our community, and our lives.
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70: Travel as a Tool for Grief & Loss Palm Springs, CA Edition
October 30, 2021 03:40 - 12 minutes - 19.3 MBHi friends! Welcome to The Hungry Widow Travel Series! First stop: Palm Springs, CA. Listen in as I share: Why I choose Palm Springs CA to visit. What I was hoping to get from the trip. Unexpected gifts during my travel to Palm Springs, CA. And lessons on trusting yourself. And a little bonus about me and my late husband driving through California with no fuel many many many years ago. www.tavonagivens.com IG: @tavonagivens
69: Travel, Grief, and Transformation
October 21, 2021 18:34 - 11 minutes - 18.1 MBYes, it's absolutely true. Travel does help process grief and loss in many ways. Today I am sharing my top 3 ways that travel has helped me after the loss of my husband.
68: 5 Ways To Write New Chapters In Life
October 13, 2021 21:16 - 13 minutes - 10.7 MBIs it time to pick up the pen and write a new chapter in your life? On today's episode, I am sharing 5 ways to create new chapters for your life. www.tavonagivens.com IG @tavonagivens
67: You Don't Have to Suffer Through It
October 06, 2021 20:53 - 7 minutes - 7.35 MBToday I am sharing a message that I received on suffering through it. Is there an area in your life that you are not asking for help, accepting less, or hiding? I needed to hear this message for myself. Listen to hear more. www.tavonagivens.com IG: @tavonagivens
66: Embracing Fall, Fun, & Anniversaries
September 29, 2021 09:05 - 10 minutes - 8.74 MBHear how I am embracing fall, fun, and celebrating my anniversary. On today's episode, I am sharing how I am being reminded to embrace change, seasons, and success as I define it for myself.
65: What's Helping Me Escape
September 22, 2021 22:24 - 18 minutes - 17 MBListen in to hear how I am escaping and taking an exhale each night before bed. You'll definitely want to listen and learn as I share a few details of my upcoming trips and how anticipating travel can release dopamine. Article: This Is Your Brain On Travel https://www.forbes.com/sites/suzannerowankelleher/2019/07/28/this-is-your-brain-on-travel/ www.tavonagivens.com IG: tavonagivens
64: Tips & Tools for Constant Change
September 15, 2021 11:21 - 5 minutes - 5.42 MBAre you feeling all the changes that are taking place? It's been feeling like non-stop change. Today I am sharing a quick tip and tool on change in life. www.tavonagivens.com IG: tavonagivens
63: Planning Doesn't Always Make Perfect
September 08, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.1 MBKids back to school and fall quickly approaching. Did you have a big vision that would make the transition easier? Perhaps all your planning and prepping didn't turn out perfect. Listen today to hear my response to when things don't turn out perfect. www.tavonagivens.com IG: tavonagivens
62: Lesson on Self Trust
September 02, 2021 02:22 - 11 minutes - 5.1 MBA lesson of leaning into self trust from the ocean. Today., I share with you how I'm spending 24 hours alone at the ocean. Because, I trusted myself and what I needed to reset and refresh. www.tavonagivens.com IG tavonagivens
61: Support Groups and Information
August 25, 2021 09:00 - 3 minutes - 1.64 MBA list of support groups and other helpful information is available on my website www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens www.tavonagivens.com
60: How to Choose You
August 18, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 6.42 MBChoosing yourself isn't selfish. Making yourself and life a priority is necessary and needed. I've been watching my sons as they grow into beautiful young men, brilliantly and almost effortlessly display choosing themselves. Today I share 3 little steps on choosing you! Listen to learn how. Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens www.tavonagivens.com
59: The Painter & Beautiful Women In The Room
August 11, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 3.3 MBFor today's show I am sharing with you a profound message from a recent dream. Listen in to hear about the painter and the beautiful woman in the room. Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens www.tavonagivens.com
58: 3 Ways to Redefine Success After Loss
August 04, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 5.3 MBFor me a big defining question was “what does success look life after the loss of a partner?” Today’s show I share with you 3 ways to redefine success after loss. And I talk about my one and only goal for success for an entire year after my husband passed away. Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens www.tavonagivens.com
57: Step 5 "Dream" Rebuilding After The Loss
July 28, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 3.92 MBToday I am sharing step 5 of my 5 easy steps for widows to rebuild after the loss. These 5 easy steps have been my personal foundation for rebuilding over the last 7 years. Get the free guide at: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens
56: Step 4 "Let Go" Rebuilding After The Loss
July 21, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 3.58 MBToday I am sharing step 4 of my 5 easy steps for widows to rebuild after the loss. These 5 easy steps have been my personal foundation for rebuilding over the last 7 years. Get the free guide at: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens
55: Step 3 "Invite" Rebuilding After The Loss
July 14, 2021 09:00 - 7 minutes - 3.26 MBToday I am sharing step 3 of my 5 easy steps for widows to rebuild after the loss. These 5 easy steps have been my personal foundation for rebuilding over the last 7 years. Get the free guide at: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens
54: Step 2 "Understand" Rebuilding After The Loss
July 07, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 4.03 MBToday I am sharing step 2 of my 5 easy steps for widows to rebuild after the loss. These 5 easy steps have been my personal foundation for rebuilding over the last 7 years. Get the free guide at: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens
53: Step 1 "Body" Rebuilding After The Loss
June 30, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 3.96 MBToday I am sharing step 1 of my 5 easy steps for widows to rebuild after the loss. These 5 easy steps have been my personal foundation for rebuilding over the last 7 years. Get the free guide at: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens
52: One Year Podcast Anniversary Celebration + Enter Drawing
June 23, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 4.7 MB1 year!!! Oh my!!! Today we celebrate the 1-year anniversary of The Hungry Widow Podcast. I’m sharing the most listened to episodes, the production company, and how to enter into a drawing for $25.00 Visa Gift Card or a Candle from Bath House Co. Most Listened to shows: Ep 2 The story of my loss. Ep 19 What lies are you telling yourself about being a widow? Ep 29: My go to’s for a fresh start. Ep 63 Truths about being a widow. Interested in podcasting? I highly recommend ...
51: How To Get More Time? Delegate These Top 10 Things
June 16, 2021 09:00 - 13 minutes - 6.38 MBWant more time for yourself? Would you rather spend Saturday focusing on your big dreams and desires? Listen to today's show as I share my Top Ten Things to delegate for more time. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FaceBook group The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens
50: Easy Summer Bucket List & My Top 10
June 09, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 6.58 MBSummer is almost here!! I'm a huge fan of bucket lists. This is a great way to have a visual reminder of your top things. What do YOU want to do this summer? Listen for inspiration as I share my Top 10 Summer Bucket List. Visit my website for a free worksheet www.tavonagivens.com Join the free Facebook group: The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on IG @tavonagivens
49: Top 10 Books I Love & Bonus Summer 2021 Reading List
June 02, 2021 09:00 - 16 minutes - 7.52 MBToday I share the Top 10 Books I Love and a bonus. My summer 2021 reading list. Visit my website and click on the goodies tab for a free downloadable list. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Instagram @tavonagivens Join the free FB Group The Hungry Widows Collective
48: Rebuilding After The Loss
May 26, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 10.1 MBListen in to hear highlights of how I have rebuilt after the loss of my husband. I share rebuilding in ways of community, relationships, vulnerability, and what I've learned in the process. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Instagram @tavonagivens Join the free FB Group The Hungry Widows Collective
47: Remembering Who You Are and What You’re Capable Of
May 19, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBDo you feel like life events have turned you into someone else? Have you forgotten what you're capable of? Today's show isn't about finding or discovering yourself but remembering who you are and what you're capable of. Join me to hear a few stories that I have learned to shift. Ways to remember who you are and what you're capable of. And the many benefits of making it a priority to remember who we are and come back to ourselves. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Instagram @...
46: How and Why You Need More Rest
May 12, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBToday's show talks about the importance of rest in our lives. Listen to hear that rest is not about being lazy. And how rest can help us have deeper relationships, better quality of life, health, more creative ideas, and joy. I will also walk you through easy ways to incorporate more rest into your day. More information: tavonagivens.com Join Free FB Group Hungry Widows Collective Instagram @tavonagivens
45: The Truth Is..It’s Been Hard AF
May 05, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBOn today's show, I talk about how life has been feeling really hard AF!! From parenting, anxiety, and loneliness. So what are we to do? Listen as I share how I am using rest as a way to build resiliency, refresh my mind and body, and reconnect with my desires. More information: tavonagivens.com Join the Free FB Group Hungry Widows Collective Instagram @tavonagivens
44: Being Vulnerable with "How Are You?" Can Ignite Magic & Power
April 28, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 17.2 MBToday I talk about the magic and power of vulnerability. This quote by Dr. Brene Brown sums it up. Listen today! "Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up in love and belonging and joy-the experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light." - Dr. Brene Brown...
43: The Hardest Conversation of My Life
April 21, 2021 18:40 - 8 minutes - 3.98 MBListen to hear one of the hardest conversations of my life. Telling my sons that their dad had passed away. Being able to communicate during uncertainty and discomfort is tough. It takes courage and that courage leads to confidence and compassion. For more information: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FB group The Hungry Widows Collective Instagram @tavonagivens
42: Resiliency: It’s The Why And The How
April 14, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 8.72 MBLast week in my entrepreneur & leadership mastermind group I provided the group with a talk about resiliency. I shared more details about my story, going back to early childhood on ways that “resiliency training” had shown up throughout my life. Listen in to hear about the how, why, and some reflection questions on resiliency. For information: www.tavonagivens.com Free FB Group The Hungry Widows Collective IG: tavonagivens
41: Decisions. You Get to Decide.
April 07, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 5.06 MBSo many decisions to make on a daily basis. Tune in to hear about making decisions based on what you value and that support your dreams and desires. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Free Facebook group: The Hungry Widows Collective IG: @tavonagivens
40: The Discomforts of Grief & 3 Ways to Honor the Process
March 31, 2021 09:00 - 8 minutes - 3.69 MBListen to today's show as I talk about grief the discomforts and 3 ways to honor the process. It's been 7 year years since my husband passed away. And yes, I still have really really uncomfortable and challenging days. Today I provide you with 3 ways to honor the process. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Free Facebook group: The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on Instagram @tavonagivens
39: Free Life Coaching. Yep, that's right!
March 24, 2021 09:00 - 6 minutes - 2.89 MBFree personalized life coaching for you. Yep, that's right! Listen to hear how to schedule a free 15-minute life coaching session. I'm here to help you with the best next step for change in your life. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Free Facebook group: The Hungry Widows Collective Follow me on Instagram @ tavonagivens
38: Dreams + Desires = Epic Road Trip & 7 Takeaways!
March 17, 2021 09:00 - 13 minutes - 6 MBWhat are your dreams and desires? Today I share with you one of my dreams, an epic road trip with my sons. I talk about why it's import to have dreams and desires and to act upon them. Listen in to hear my 7 take ways related to fulfilling your dreams and desires. More information: www.tavonagivens.com Join the free FB community The Hungry Widows Collective
37: Testing positive for Covid 19, More Trauma, and What Really Matters to Me
March 10, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 9.49 MBTune into today's show to hear about one of my top fears. Testing positive for Coivd 19. Learn my story about actually testing positive and more trauma-related to viruses. And what really matters to me, Listen today!
36: My Pandemic Started in 2014 & Tools for Fear & Anxiety
March 03, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 4.72 MBListen to today's episode as I talk about the personal pandemic that I have been living in since 2014. Also I provide the tool I use to manage fear and anxiety. Join the free FB group The Hungry Widows Collective Instagram @tavonagivens www.tavonagivens.com
35: Feeling Triggered? Take a Time Out!
February 24, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 4.98 MBHave you been feeling triggered lately? Today's show talks about internal and external triggers and how to recognize possible triggers. When is the last time you took a time out for yourself to acknowledge and process your feelings and emotions? Listen to hear one way I decided to take a time out for myself. Join the the FB Group The Hungry Widows Collective. www.tavonagivens.com Instagram @tavonagivens
34: Building Back-Behind the Scenes Chat w/ My BFF
February 17, 2021 10:00 - 41 minutes - 19 MBToday's show is such a treat!! I am bringing you a behind the scenes chat with one of my bestie's. We talk about friendship, my late husband, and building back. Listen in to hear this special conversation as my BFF talks about walking alongside grief and loss with your BFF.
33: My Love Note to You
February 10, 2021 13:46 - 3 minutes - 3.15 MBCelebrating all things love officially this month. That includes you. Here is my love note to you. Join the FB Group The Hungry Widows Collective More information here: www.tavonagivens.com Instagram @tavonagivens
32: The Bitter and Sweet Valentines Day Widowed
February 03, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 4.15 MBValentines Day brings both the bitter and sweet as a widow. Today's show talks about past Valentine Day's, how I am planning to spend the day this year, and 11 ways that may be helpful for you this year. Listen in. Join the FB Group The Hungry Widows Collective More information here: www.tavonagivens.com Instagram @tavonagivens
31: When Did You Stop Being Hungry for Your Dreams and Desires?
January 27, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 4.95 MBHave you given up on your dreams and desires? Are you playing it safe and living for someone else's expectations? Are you overwhelmed, exhausted, and afraid to shine? Listen to hear about ways to pivot and go after your cravings in life. Join the FB Group The Hungry Widow Collective More information here: www.tavonagivens.com Instagram @tavonagivens
30: Introducing The Hungry Widow
January 20, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 4.76 MBListen in to hear all the details related to the new podcast name change. You will also understand the importance of alignment in life and how our personal stories of struggle can turn into our greatest strengths. Tune in to hear why Tavona calls herself "The Hungry Widow" Don't miss this episode! Join the FB Group The Hungry Widows Collective More information here: www.tavonagivens.com
29: My Go To's For a Fresh Start
January 13, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 5.89 MBAre you looking for a new fresh start? It's that time of the year where we start thinking about new year resolutions. Listen today for helpful alternatives to resolutions.
Episode 28 - My Birthday!! (The day we all deserve to feel special)
January 06, 2021 10:00 - 9 minutes - 4.15 MBIt's my birthday!! I am sharing with you my top thoughts and revelations after living 4.5 decades here on planet earth. Enjoy!!
Episode 27 - 2020 in Review
December 30, 2020 10:00 - 9 minutes - 4.48 MBToday I share with you what my year in review practice looks like. Do you take time to review at the year of the year? Join me as we plan some time to reflect, review, and re-imagine for the new year.
Episode 26 - Today is the Podcast 6 month Birthday!
December 23, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 3.06 MBThe podcast is celebrating it's 6 month birthday. Today I talk about lessons learned after hosting the show for 6 months.
Replay - Its Okay To Take a Rest Day
December 16, 2020 10:00 - 6 minutes - 2.83 MBThis replay episode is a timely reminder for me to rest. I talk about 3 easy simple steps for planning a rest day. Listen in to find out how easy it actually can be to have some time to rest, reflect, and restore. www.tavonagivens.com
Replay - What Do You Need?
December 09, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes - 4.79 MBThis episode is an oldie but goodie. It is all about learning what your needs are and how to incorporate them into your daily life. By pausing and asking yourself what do I actually need right now. We allow ourselves to take care of ourselves for the long game. Tips for getting your needs met: Learn Ask Tune into your body Establish good boundaries Speak up for yourself www.tavonagivens.com
Episode 25 - The Word for 2020 is Survival
December 02, 2020 10:00 - 10 minutes - 4.57 MB2020 has been a year like no other and surviving this year has been challenging. Today’s show reveals some of my favorite things for survival. Listen in to hear my survival tips for 2020. www.tavonagivens.com
Episode 24 - Widowed & Gratitude: Can They Go Together?
November 26, 2020 16:13 - 5 minutes - 5.12 MBThere’s always something at the end of the day to be grateful for. Such as food, clothes, housing, transportation, safety, job, and healthy kids. Today’s show is 1000% from the heart and talks about what I am truly grateful for. www.tavonagivens.com
Episode 23 - Tis the Season!!
November 18, 2020 10:00 - 11 minutes - 5.25 MBThe holiday season is upon us. How are you feeling? What comes up for you? Today I talk about ways to navigate the holiday season while honoring your needs.