She Diaries
She Diaries
Podcast Description
In She Diaries, women who have lost their husbands to suicide bravely share their stories of resilience, survival, and strength while navigating the unimaginable journey of widowhood. Through raw and candid interviews, this podcast explores life before suicide loss, the moments that changed everything, and what it means to grieve a spouse and keep going.Hosted by Krista Gregg and produced by Bright Sky House, She Diaries offers a deeply personal look at mental health, suicide prevention, complicated grief, and the emotional toll of becoming a widow. These powerful stories shed light on what it really takes to move forward after devastating loss—and why it’s okay to talk about it.Whether you're coping with suicide loss, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand what it means to survive the unthinkable, you're not alone. She Diaries is a space for truth, connection, and healing—one story at a time.If you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out. You can call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org for free, 24/7 support.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast primarily focuses on mental health, suicide prevention, complicated grief, and the transformation of identity after loss. Episodes cover topics such as the ramifications of grief on family dynamics and the importance of community support, with examples like Lorne Pace's story that explores love, resilience, and financial transparency following her husband's suicide.
In She Diaries, women who have lost their husbands to suicide bravely share their stories of resilience, survival, and strength while navigating the unimaginable journey of widowhood. Through raw and candid interviews, this podcast explores life before suicide loss, the moments that changed everything, and what it means to grieve a spouse and keep going.
Hosted by Krista Gregg and produced by Bright Sky House, She Diaries offers a deeply personal look at mental health, suicide prevention, complicated grief, and the emotional toll of becoming a widow. These powerful stories shed light on what it really takes to move forward after devastating loss—and why it’s okay to talk about it.
Whether you’re coping with suicide loss, supporting someone who is, or trying to understand what it means to survive the unthinkable, you’re not alone. She Diaries is a space for truth, connection, and healing—one story at a time.
If you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out. You can call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org for free, 24/7 support.
In She Diaries, women who have lost their husbands to suicide bravely share their stories of strength while navigating the unimaginable journey of widowhood. Through candid interviews, the podcast explores their lives before the tragedy, moments that changed everything, the web of grief, and the hard-earned lessons of overcoming deep loss. These powerful stories shed light on the strength and courage it takes to move forward.
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Episode Summary
In this heartfelt episode of She Diaries, host Krista Gregg speaks with Lorne Pace, who shares her deeply personal journey following the tragic loss of her husband, Jeff, to suicide. Lorne reflects on their love story, the challenges they faced, and the impact of Jeff's death on her and their children. She discusses the importance of community support, the struggles of navigating grief, and the lessons learned about mental health and financial responsibility. Lorne's story is one of resilience, love, and the ongoing journey of healing.
Content warning
This episode discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please call or text 988 or visit 988lifeline.org for free, 24/7 support.
Takeaways
- Lorne emphasizes the importance of community support during times of grief.
- She reflects on the love story between her and Jeff, highlighting their deep connection.
- Lorne discusses the challenges of parenting after losing a partner.
- She shares the impact of Jeff's suicide on her family and the stigma surrounding it.
- Lorne encourages open conversations about mental health and therapy.
- She highlights the importance of financial transparency in relationships.
- Lorne's story illustrates the complexities of grief and healing.
- She emphasizes the need to keep moving forward for the sake of her children.
- Lorne shares her experience of celebrating Jeff's life and legacy.
- She encourages others to seek help and not to feel alone in their struggles.
See photos of Lorne and Jeff on on our episode blog post: https://brightskyhouse.com/2025/04/09/lornes-story-what-life-looks-like-one-year-after-suicide-loss/
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