"The Widowhood Effect" IS A Silent Killer | Introducing Kneady's Gathering Table For ALL Grievers!

Grief doesn’t just break your heart… it can affect your body in ways most people never talk about. After losing a spouse, the risk of death rises dramatically—especially in the first week, the first few months, and the first year. This is known as the widowhood effect, and it is very real. In this video, I’m breaking down: * The actual statistics behind the widowhood effect * Why widows and widowers are at higher risk * What is physically happening inside the body during deep grief * Why this is more than just “sadness” * And what every grieving person needs to understand about their health This is not meant to scare you— this is meant to bring awareness, understanding, and support. Because too many people are walking through grief alone… and they shouldn’t have to. 💛 INTRODUCING: KNEADY’S GATHERING TABLE I’ve created a safe place for those walking through grief. Kneady's Gathering Table is a weekly live space where we come together to talk honestly about grief, healing, and what it really looks like to keep going after loss. No pretending. No rushing the process. No pressure to “be okay.” Just real conversation, real support, and a place to breathe. Weekly Livestreams will be announced and vary so that everyone, no matter what your schedule, will be able to have a chance to attend and participate! These Live Streams will be announced 24-48 hours prior to going live. I really want to make it so that everyone has a chance, and all live streams will be posted, so you will never miss one and can always watch them on the replay. 👉 Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy1lD60lpac64VnqMusOBtw/join If you’re already part of my Inner Circle, you’re already included and will have access. No need to join. 🙏 FAITH + HOPE “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 You are not alone in this. 💬 LET’S TALK If you’re walking through grief, or you’ve experienced the loss of a spouse, I’d love for you to share below (only what you feel comfortable sharing). Your story matters - and it may help someone else feel less alone. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER This video is for educational and awareness purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. If you are experiencing health concerns, please seek care from a qualified medical professional. ************************ Sources: Harvard School of Public Health https://hsph.harvard.edu/news/widowhood-effect-greatest-first-three-months/ Time https://time.com/6195183/losing-loved-one-heart-risk/ Rice University https://news2.rice.edu/2018/04/30/risk-factors-developed-after-loss-of-spouse-could-make-one-more-likely-to-die-of-a-broken-heart-2/ JAMA Internal Medicine https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/1832196 Time htpps://time.com/6265173/men-dying-after-spouse-dies/ University Hospitals htpps://www.uhhospitals.org/blog/articles/2018/05/the-widowhood-effect ************************** Where you can find my 12-Week Kneading To Heal Grief Program for Widows: https://kneadyhomesteader.com/kneading-to-heal/ Sign-Up for my Newsletter HERE: 💻 WEBSITE: www.kneadyhomesteader.com ✅ SUBSCRIBE & never miss a video! 🔔 HIT that BELL to receive a notification when I upload new videos! 👍 THUMBS UP my video if you enjoyed watching, please! Stay connected: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekneadyhomesteader/ • Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TheKneadyHomesteader My Email: thekneadyhomesteader@gmail.com My Address: The Kneady Homesteader PO Box 363 Standish, MI 48658 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCy1lD60lpac64VnqMusOBtw/join Emergency Preparedness is extremely important to me.....My Refuge Medical Affiliate Link…. use code Kneady10 and get 10% of your order I am donating my 5% commision from you using my link towards Grindstone Ministries to help those in emergency need: https://www.refugemedical.com?sca_ref=7794952.K85djJyc31 My Amazon Shopping Page where you can find everything I use: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thekneadyhomesteader DISCLAIMER: Here at The Kneady Homesteader channel, you will find Amazon links from time to time in this description box or mentioned in some of my videos that are affiliate links with Amazon LLC. They may pay me a small commission if you use them, at absolutely NO extra cost to you. I really appreciate the support, which allows me to stay home and raise my children while doing what I love to do.... share my passion and joy of cooking, baking and preserving food with all of you. SO THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart.....you will never know how much your support truly means to me and my children. Where to Find Me on Other Social Media Platforms: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/TheKneadyHomesteader INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/thekneadyhomesteader TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekneadyhomesteader