Hey there! I am Nicole Schmidt

I am the voice behind "Letters to my Husband" and a grief educator with a passion for helping others find hope in their darkest moments.

I’m so grateful you’re here.

Sharing my story and educating others about grief is what I’m called to do. If you’re reading this, know that you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. Together, we can work through the grief, fear, and tears to uncover a life filled with resilience, hope, and maybe even laughter.

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Dear friend,

Yes, I’m calling you my friend—because if you’ve come this far, you’re already close to my heart. I wish we could be sitting across from each other with a warm cup of tea, but since we’re here, screen to screen, let me share a bit about my journey with you.

Life has certainly handed me my share of “Schmidts.”

I went from a “doer” with boundless energy to someone navigating chronic pain when fibromyalgia changed everything for me. Losing the life I knew—the career I loved, the freedom to enjoy family moments without limitation—was a grief journey of its own. I had to let go of the person I was before and learn to live with this new reality.

Then, in 2021, grief took on a new shape. My beloved husband, Mitch, was diagnosed with incurable stomach cancer. Overnight, I became his caregiver, grieving in advance for the life we shared and the life I’d face alone. Nine months later, he was gone. This time, grief brought a depth of loneliness and heartache I’d never imagined. I share much of this journey in my “Letters to My Husband”—a place where my own heartache lives alongside my love for him.

Just as I began to face life without Mitch, my son Zach was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Within months of losing my husband, my world was shattered again. I was heartbroken and angry, feeling like life had pushed me to the edge. Sometimes, grief is messy, dark, and doesn’t make sense. But even through the darkest days, I learned to let myself feel the pain, trust in time, and lean on the strength of others.

Can you relate? Are you struggling with the pain, the longing to move forward, yet feeling held back by fear?

That’s where I come in—ready to walk alongside you on this journey. Together, we can find ways to honor your grief and embrace life’s next steps with both courage and compassion.

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that grief requires a witness—a compassionate guide to keep you grounded when the world feels unsteady. I would be honored to be that person for you. Through my experiences and tools, I’ll help you find light again, even if it’s just a glimmer at first. Together, we can rebuild, discovering joy, gratitude, and resilience within the heartache.

Are you ready to look grief in the eye and find a way forward that holds both sadness and joy?

If so, I’m here to help you do just that. Let’s connect for a chat and begin this journey together. Holding you in my heart