Here you’ll find heartfelt stories, encouragement, and practical wisdom to help you navigate life after loss.
Grief alone is heavy enough. Add menopause, and the weight can feel unbearable. In this post, I share my experience of navigating both at the same time—and what I’ve learned about survival, strength, and finding clarity along the way. Read more at my Substack

This episode of The Voice of Uniondale is one of strength, healing, and community 💛. I’m honored to welcome two incredible women who are turning their personal grief into purpose and impact 🌟 In this heartfelt conversation, Gina and Dina talk about building community through grief, creating culturally sensitive support systems, and why sisterhood and […]

In the early days of my widowhood, my faith felt shaken. I was angry at God, and I couldn’t see how He could be anywhere near my pain. After the funeral, the calls and visits faded. The world moved forward — and I was left standing in the middle of a life that felt completely […]

Hello. My name is Gina Lissone. I’m a board-certified Nurse Practitioner, certified grief educator, and the founder of Widow’s Journey: Reach One, Teach One, Inc. Two years ago, my life shifted in ways I’m still learning to navigate. I became a widow. Since then, I’ve been walking a path that has been both painfully lonely […]
