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Episode 22 – The Subject Of Suicide

Not too many people understand why a growing number of men, women and children are choosing death by suicide. The press is filled with young people and celebrities alike that take their own lives. It is now time to take a hard look at this phenomenon. Susan’s 32-year-old son died by suicide six years ago. Tragically her husband of 38 years died of an aggressive cancer six months later. Susan has spent the last year sharing her experiences and thoughts with others through essays, editorial interviews, podcasts and quotes from her soon to be released book “Never Say Never, Never Say Always.”

It’s time for Susan to focus on the subject of suicide in ways we haven’t heard from her before. She wants to be very careful about the way she addresses the topic because she is not a trained mental health counselor. Unfortunately, she has had more personal experience in this area than many others. She wants to share her insights and clear up many misconceptions.

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Episode 21 – Inevitable Change

In the last five years Susan Warner has personally changed in ways she never imagined. She has often said she would go back to her old life in a minute but that’s not going to happen. She has had to build a new one. With that has come personal and professional growth, a whole new attitude. It is going to be very interesting to learn how Susan perceives her life now and what she sees in a rare hindsight. We can’t avoid change.

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Episode 20 – Who is The Real Susan Warner?

It’s been six years since your life changed in ways you never predicted. It’s been quite a journey. Many people, who are just facing similar situations, wonder how you got through it, and who you really are today. People are frightened by the changes in their lives. They want to know what you think about when you are alone. This is the time of year for reflection. Tell us what’s inside your head.

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Episode 19 – Take Two

Love is lovelier the second time around. It sure sounded great when Frank Sinatra sang those wonderful words in the 1960’s. For those who have been lucky enough to find a new partner after the death of a spouse, many admit it comes with complexities and complications. The romance may be wonderful, but reality rolls in. There is a lot to consider. How do you fold your new life into the old one? Susan S. Warner has lots to say on this subject

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Episode 18 – Re-entering The Social World

Re-entering the world as a single person after the death of a spouse is definitely a test of resiliency. Everyone reacts differently, and no one should be judged on how they want to conduct their future. It’s a very personal decision. 

I would like to explore with Susan her experiences because what she experienced was very difficult and Susan had to overcome two devastating events, the loss of her son six months before the death of her husband. No one has to tell Susan how defeated a person can feel, and how overwhelming it was to move forward with her life. But she did it. Now I want Susan to share it with you. Let’s explore how you jumped into the social world.

Although this podcast is about re-entering the social world after widowhood, I’d like to ask you about you and Michael re-entering together after David’s suicide

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Episode 17 – It’s All About Your Presentation

I’m talking to you like your best friend. I don’t mean to hurt you. I would never do that. I only want you to be happy. I experienced what you are presently feeling five years ago. I lost both my son and then my husband, six months apart. I was completely devastated. I always knew I wanted to live so I had to make the decision to re-enter society. I quickly learned that the way I looked and acted was the way people responded to me. I kept the hurt to myself and to a few select family and friends. 

The outside world saw me as a vivacious, energized and interesting person. Recovery is the time to show the world that you are special, relevant, beautiful inside and out. I made my hair a little blonder, I rode my bike a little longer and I hugged everyone a little tighter. Every positive move I make helps me get stronger and happier. I wish I could have my old life back. That’s not going to happen. I am building a new one now and I smile more every day.

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Episode 16 – Getting Your Life Back

Death is difficult. Anyone who has lost a spouse, or a child, knows how painful it is to accept the death of the most important people in their lives. So many people who have experienced this will tell you how dark and desperate their lives become. 

No one understands this situation better than Susan S. Warner. She lost her son, then her husband, six months apart. That was five years ago. While she was devastated by her loss, Susan knew she wanted to continue to live a fulfilling, happy life. This podcast is all about how she was able to make the transition and what others can take from her recovery.  

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Episode 15 – The Scoop On Susan

You have been listening to Susan’s podcasts and reading her essays at susanswarner.com. While you may be inspired by her words and positive energy, you are probably wondering how she got this way.

Understanding who Susan is, and what she stands for, can help you. Susan has had to test her courage, and her will to live, at an early age, and then again as an adult.

If anyone understands the intellectual and emotional pain you are experiencing from losing a loved one, it is Susan. Yet, her attitude and her determination to live a meaningful and rewarding life, has given her the strength to move forward with new opportunities. Let’s find out more

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Episode 14 – Can You Love Two People At The Same Time?

Widows and widowers often find themselves in a very unpredictable love triangle. They are finally ready to move forward with a new partner in their lives but they know deep down in their hearts that they still love the person they lost. 

Often, people keep these feelings to themselves because they want to live a full life with a new companion. However, they cannot deny the experience they are feeling. They are usually forced to suppress it.  Susan Warner is going to explore this topic in today’s podcast. 

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Episode 13 – Is A New Marriage Right For Everyone Who Has Lost A Spouse?

Getting married again after being widowed is a controversial topic. It’s an interesting, complex decision. What’s important is whether a new marriage is right for everyone. It’s a new world out there and the reasons why people hurried to get married again years ago, after losing a spouse or divorce, do not necessarily apply today. Let’s have this discussion…

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