After supporting his wife Cory in her fight against brain cancer, and inevitably losing her in that fight in 2009 (when their daughter was just one-year-old), AJ has dedicated his life to raising his daughter and helping others overcome painful challenges.
As the author behind the blog and upcoming self-help book, Keep Those Feet Moving — A Widower’s 8-Step Guide to Coping With Grief and Thriving Against All Odds, AJ has become an internet and social media sensation. He strives to make it possible for anyone to take the steps they need to reach their goals and focus on wellness and happiness—regardless of what they’re going through.
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In this powerful podcast episode of Grief is Not a Dirty Word, host Nick Gaylord sits down with widower, father, and author AJ Coleman for an intimate conversation about love, loss and the courage it takes to keep moving forward after tragedy.
Eighteen years ago, my life changed forever. Becoming a father reshaped my heart in ways I never imagined, and watching my daughter grow into the strong, compassionate young woman she is today has been one of the greatest honors of my life. Through laughter, milestones, challenges, and loss, she has been my constant reminder of hope, resilience, and the power of unconditional love.
Turning 50 felt less like again and more like awakening. In this reflection, AJ shares the powerful lessons, mistakes, and personal breakthroughs that shaped resilience -from growing up with a hearing impairment to rediscovering purpose, reconnecting with old friendships, and embracing faith through life’s hardest moments. “What I Learned in My First 50 Years” is a deeply honest look at how adversity can build strength, how healing begins with motion, and why it’s never too late to rewrite your story. Keep those feet moving- you might be amazed at where the next step leads.
This episode offers support and insight for anyone coping with the loss of a loved one, reminding listeners that grief is not about “getting over it,” but about finding new strength, hope, and connection along the way. If you are seeking grief support, guidance on coping with loss, or inspiration on resilience after death, this conversation will resonate deeply.
Good Grief podcast hosted by author and educator, Dr. Christine Malone, is a compelling and inspiring podcast that delves deep into the stories of individuals who have triumphed over adversity, trauma and tragedy.
Marie Alessi is a best-selling author, a Tedx and a Keynote Speaker, changing the narrative on grief. KTFM partners with her on her podcast, Unsilence Grief, to discuss solo parenting and widowhood.
We meet “Blended Families” on today’s program and discover just how deep those bonds run.
Podcast host and multi-book author, Kim Lengling, shares heartfelt wisdom with her “nuggets of hope in this episode of Let Fear Bounce “Nothing Could Have Prepared Us.” Featuring guest, AJ Coleman they discuss how to move forward in challenging situations, the most important lessons about trust in navigating grief, inspiring insight to stay motivated on your journey and more.
AJ Coleman has overcome a hearing impairment, job loss, and crippling anxiety. After losing his wife to brain cancer in 2009, he was left to raise their young daughter as a single father. He is the author of Keep It Moving, A Widower's 8 Step Guide to Surviving and Thriving at All Odds.
Losing a spouse from a widow’s perspective, a personal widowhood journey through marriage and raising children while coping with grief, honoring the legacy of a late husband, resources for widows and more.
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