Welcome back to the Just For Today podcast, where we tackle the uncomfortable topics with zero filters. In this episode, Adriana is joined again by Morgan, who lost her husband 14 months ago, to answer your most asked questions about navigating life as a young widow.From the sheer exhaustion of solo parenting to the fear of what others think when you start moving forward, no topic is off-limits. Whether you are walking through your own grief journey or want to know how to truly support a friend in the trenches, this episode is packed with raw truths and practical advice.In this episode, we dive into:How to find time for yourself without a partner to pick up the slack.Navigating the changing dynamics and boundaries with your in-laws.The terrifying transition of dating again and letting go of the need for everyone's approval.Trying to manage a shattered nervous system while parenting grieving toddlers alone.The critical necessity of getting wills and life insurance in place before the unthinkable happens.The debate on what to do with sentimental items and wedding gifts from a late husband.The ultimate guide on how to actually help a grieving friend, including why you should buy diapers, handle the yard work, and skip the traditional meal train.Just for today, keep going. If you found this episode helpful, please like, share, and subscribe so we can continue having these important conversations.Would you like me to draft a few shorter social media captions (like for Instagram or TikTok) using quotes from this transcript to help promote the episode?

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In this deeply emotional episode of Just for Today, Lindsey shares the story of losing her 17-year-old son Alex to a fentanyl overdose. She opens up about who he was beyond addiction, how his struggles began, the devastating progression that changed their family forever, and what it means to live with unimaginable grief. This conversation is raw, honest, and heartbreaking, touching on addiction, loss, trauma, parenting, and the painful reality of loving someone through crisis.

Content warning: This episode contains discussion of addiction, overdose, grief, trauma, child loss, and substance use. Listener discretion is advised.

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In this candid and emotional episode of the Just for Today podcast, Adriana sits down with her friend Tori, whom she connected with at Camp Widow. Tori opens up about the tragic loss of her husband, Tyler, to an accidental fentanyl overdose in 2021.

Diving into the uncomfortable truths of grief and survival, this episode explores:

The Weight of Addiction: Tori discusses the heavy burden and anticipatory grief of loving an addict, and the constant fear of waiting for the worst to happen.

A Mother's Nightmare: She courageously recounts the harrowing night the police knocked on her door, and the heartbreaking reality of having to shatter her three young children's world with the news of their father's death.

Shattering the Stigma: The conversation addresses the isolation of stigmatized grief, and how Tori proactively navigates difficult, boundary-setting conversations about drugs with her kids today.

The Beautiful Chaos of Blending: Approaching the five-year mark of her loss, Tori shares her journey of marrying a fellow widower and the hard, messy work of blending a family of five children—with a new baby on the way.

Tori’s story is a profound reminder that even after years of darkness, it is entirely possible to step back into the light and experience true joy again.

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In this raw, no-filter conversation, Adriana sits down with Alexa as she shares what it was like to love someone whose alcohol and drug use escalated into violence, fear, and long-lasting trauma. Alexa opens up about the moments that changed everything, the shame that can keep you stuck, and why “just leave” is never that simple.

Alexa also talks about her PTSD diagnosis, navigating triggers, therapy and EMDR, and the decision to stop drinking as part of reclaiming her life and sense of safety. From learning boundaries to rebuilding trust, this episode is about what healing actually looks like when your nervous system has been in survival mode for years.

Finally, Alexa shares how her experiences shaped her work with at-risk teens in the weight room, why consistency can change a kid’s life, and how grief and responsibility collide when you’re trying to be a steady adult for students who’ve lived through too much too soon.

Content warning: domestic violence, substance abuse, trauma/PTSD, grief.

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James Alvarez shares the heartbreaking story of losing his pregnant wife to a drunk driver during a walk, yet their daughter miraculously survived after an emergency C-section. He opens up about single fatherhood, battling grief and postpartum challenges, and finding love again while expecting a son. Through raw vulnerability, James turns pain into purpose, emphasizing resilience, prayer, and living moment by moment.

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Welcome back to the Just for Today podcast. After a four-month break from the studio, I’m checking in to share a much-needed life update.

This episode is a raw look at the challenges of the recent holiday season my third without Eric and the unexpected ways grief continues to show up as the kids get older. From Jackson starting sports and reaching the milestones Eric always dreamed of, to Riley beginning to ask the "hard questions" about her dad, we’re navigating new developmental stages of loss every day.

I also dive into the beautiful, messy reality of our blended family. While combining five different lives under one roof has been one of the hardest things I’ve done, seeing the bond grow between the kids especially during Jackson’s first night at our grief group reminds me why the effort is so rewarding.

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This conversation contains mature themes about death, grief, addiction, overdose, and trauma.

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In this moving episode, Adriana is joined by Shay Martin, who shares the story of her late husband, Tanner. Shay opens up about their love story, his five-year battle with colon cancer, and their decision to have a child despite his terminal diagnosis. She speaks on the challenges of being a caregiver while pregnant, the bittersweet six weeks they had as a family, and navigating the profound grief of losing a partner while raising a newborn. Shay's story is a testament to the enduring power of love, the complexities of grief, and finding hope in the face of unimaginable loss

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In this powerful episode, Lyndsey Hackford shares her candid story of surviving domestic abuse, her struggles growing up in a strict religious family, and her inspiring journey toward freedom and healing. With raw honesty, Lyndsey and Adriana Sansam dive into cycles of emotional and physical abuse, the challenges of leaving, and redefining self-worth beyond trauma. This conversation offers hope and clarity to anyone feeling trapped by their circumstances, with hard-won advice for those rebuilding their lives after abuse.

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