My Widowed Life
Palma Polesel is a mother of two wonderful daughters. Losing her husband compelled Palma to help others navigate life in the widowed community
Episodes
Are you prepared with a designated emergency fund? As a surviving spouse with responsibilities for both yourself and possibly your children, having a reliable safety net can make a world of difference.
In this episode, Palma speaks with Richard Dri, a wealth advisor for the widowed community, to discuss how much you should be saving for an emergency fund, best p...
In this episode of My Widowed Life, Palma chats with Richard Dri a fellow member of the widow community and a financial planner. Together they discuss various investment options like stocks, bonds, GICs, and mutual funds and the importance of knowing your investment risk tolerance.
They also share how easily undetectable scams have become, how you can protect yo...
What happens to the money in a bank account if the holder passes away?
In this episode of My Widowed Life, Palma speaks with Richard Dri, financial planner at Scotia McLeod about issues that can arise if bank accounts aren’t updated. Plus, gain insight into the current state of the Canadian economy and its effects.
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This is part one of a four-part series that focuses on financial planning for widows and widowers.
Listen as Palma gains insight with advice from Richard Dri, a financial planner and a fellow member of the widow community.
Together they discuss:
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Losing your spouse is hard enough without having to bear the weight of others’ expectations.
In this thought-provoking episode, Palma Polesel is once again joined by her guest and friend, Richard Dri to discuss the complexity of societal expectations many widows face, including dating, mourning periods, and how to honor a loved one.
After losing your spouse, it is very common to experience triggers of grief from things like their favourite song or restaurant, your wedding anniversary, or even something as simple as coming across an old belonging of theirs.
In this release, Palma Polesel invites her friend and fellow widow, Richard Dri onto the show to provide some personal insight and guida...
Have you experienced heartbreaking grief that has impacted your life?
Often, grief is not a feeling you can prepare for.
In this episode, Palma is once again joined by her recurring guest and friend, Richard Dri. Together they discuss the multifaceted nature of grief and its impact on our emotional well-being. L...
In this week’s episode, Palma Polesel and her guest, Richard Dri delve into the profound stages of grief, drawing inspiration from Elisabeth Kübler-Ross’s groundbreaking book on the subject.
Join these two friends, who are also members of the widow community as they provide solace, guidance, and valuable lessons for those experiencing the complex emo...
Welcome to the My Widowed Life podcast, hosted by Palma Polesel.
Palma is a solo parent, dog lover, and a member of the widowed community, a club no one wants to join. Following the loss of her spouse, she felt compelled to help others navigate widowhood and find a fulfilling life after loss.
In this inaugural e...
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