
Because I Lived It
Kathryn Monaco Douglas
At forty-two, Kathryn Monaco-Douglas never expected to become a widow. In an instant, her world turned upside down, leaving her to navigate the grief of losing her husband while raising three children alone. As she faced the overwhelming challenges of widowhood, she quickly learned she was not the only one walking this lonely path-many others were widowed even younger.
In this heartfelt and empowering book, Kathryn shares her own story of survival, as well as the stories of other young widows and widowers she's met and counselled along the way. She reveals the emotional complexities of grief, the secondary losses that come with losing a spouse, and the resilience required to keep going when life feels impossible.
More than just a personal account, this book is a resource for those lost in the fog of grief, offering insights, tools, and a sense of community for anyone experiencing the early loss of a spouse. With raw honesty and profound compassion, she addresses the societal blind spots that leave grievers feeling unsupported and offers a voice to those who feel silenced by their pain.
Whether you're a widow, widower, or someone trying to support a loved one through loss, Because I Lived It provides wisdom, comfort, and hope. This book is a testament to the healing power of sharing our stories-and the strength that comes from finding our way through the darkness, together.
Duration - 6h 8m.
Author - Kathryn Monaco Douglas.
Narrator - Carol Monda.
Published Date - Saturday, 25 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Kathryn Monaco Douglas ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
At forty-two, Kathryn Monaco-Douglas never expected to become a widow. In an instant, her world turned upside down, leaving her to navigate the grief of losing her husband while raising three children alone. As she faced the overwhelming challenges of widowhood, she quickly learned she was not the only one walking this lonely path-many others were widowed even younger. In this heartfelt and empowering book, Kathryn shares her own story of survival, as well as the stories of other young widows and widowers she's met and counselled along the way. She reveals the emotional complexities of grief, the secondary losses that come with losing a spouse, and the resilience required to keep going when life feels impossible. More than just a personal account, this book is a resource for those lost in the fog of grief, offering insights, tools, and a sense of community for anyone experiencing the early loss of a spouse. With raw honesty and profound compassion, she addresses the societal blind spots that leave grievers feeling unsupported and offers a voice to those who feel silenced by their pain. Whether you're a widow, widower, or someone trying to support a loved one through loss, Because I Lived It provides wisdom, comfort, and hope. This book is a testament to the healing power of sharing our stories-and the strength that comes from finding our way through the darkness, together. Duration - 6h 8m. Author - Kathryn Monaco Douglas. Narrator - Carol Monda. Published Date - Saturday, 25 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Kathryn Monaco Douglas ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duration:00:00:11
Dedication
Duration:00:00:17
Preface
Duration:00:08:55
Chapter 1: No More Goals
Duration:00:11:45
Chapter 2: Brooklyn Girl
Duration:00:09:41
Chapter 3: No One is Coming to Save You
Duration:00:13:52
Chapter 4: The Effects of Grief
Duration:00:22:15
Chapter 5: Stepping Out of the Comfort Zone
Duration:00:14:38
Chapter 6: Grief Recovery: Don't Go it Alone
Duration:00:27:49
Chapter 7: Variations of Grief
Duration:00:23:05
Chapter 8: Wednesdays
Duration:00:14:35
Chapter 9: Normal in My Not so Normal Life
Duration:00:34:35
Chapter 10: Learning to Live--and Love--Again
Duration:00:32:22
Chapter 11: The Five Year Prayer
Duration:00:29:00
Chapter 12: We Don't Know What We Don't Know
Duration:00:32:54
Chapter 13: Synchronicities of Life
Duration:00:29:33
Chapter 14: What Happened to Our Happily Ever After
Duration:00:21:17
Chapter 15: On Our Knees, We Are All Equal
Duration:00:12:27
Chapter 16: A New and Different Grief
Duration:00:14:54
Afterword
Duration:00:07:07
The Dash, by Linda Ellis
Duration:00:01:45
Recommended Books
Duration:00:01:51
Acknowledgments
Duration:00:02:55
In Memory of Kim Gatto
Duration:00:00:26
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:40