One of the hardest things about healing is the fear that moving forward means leaving the person we love behind. But what if we ...

Living Through the Schmidts Podcast
with Nicole Schmidt
Grief is loud, even when it’s silent. It’s heavy, it’s messy, and it changes the way we see everything.
I’m Nicole Schmidt, and this is a space where we stop trying to "fix" the pain and just start being honest about it. Living Through the Schmidts is about the things we usually keep inside. The stories of love, the weight of loss, and what it actually looks like to rebuild after your world stops turning.
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Current Series: Saying It Out Loud
In this first series, I’m sharing some of what I’ve learned (and what I’m still learning) through my own journey with Mitch. Think of these episodes as a bit of a roadmap for those days when you feel like you’re just treading water.
Explore the episodes below to find full summaries, show notes, and transcripts.

When someone we love is hurting, we desperately want to do something to "fix" it. But the truth is, grief isn't a problem to ...

If you are grieving a spouse, a parent, a child, or supporting someone through a heartbreak they can’t explain... this episode is for you. ...
A Little About Me
I’m a writer and a grief educator, but mostly, I’m a woman who has lived through the unthinkable. After losing my husband, Mitch, I realized how much we struggle to talk about the hard stuff. I wrote a memoir called With Love, Nicole, and I started Heartfelt Haven to be a soft place for others to land. I'm just glad you're here.

Continue the Journey
If these episodes spark something in you and you’d like to go a little deeper, I have some other resources for you:

My Book With Love, Nicole
This book is my heart on paper. An honest look at my journey through Mitch’s illness and death.

The Companion Journals
If you have things you still need to say to your loved one, these letter journals can help you get them out.

Heartfelt Haven Community
Our Heartfelt Haven offers a supportive and encouraging space for individuals navigating the journey of grief including free resources and compassionate support.



