“Exceptionally well written, organized and presented. Unreservedly recommended to anyone who is having to deal with loss, grief, and the sudden conditions of widowhood for men. ”
“Every time I read your posts it gives me courage to continue living without forgetting our loved ones. Thanks.”
“Exceptionally well written, organized and presented. Unreservedly recommended to anyone who is having to deal with loss, grief, and the sudden conditions of widowhood for men. ”
“Every time I read your posts it gives me courage to continue living without forgetting our loved ones. Thanks.”
AJ’s mission is simple: to inspire you to Keep Those Feet Moving, no matter which obstacles life throws your way. Whether you’re faced with cancer, the loss of a loved one, panic attacks, anxiety, or any other challenge—AJ’s honest, heartfelt advice will encourage you to Keep Those Feet Moving.
Who is AJ?
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.
“AJ, I am amazed by your writing, and most of all, the depth of your experience. Keep the inspiration alive.’”
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“Every time I read your posts it gives me courage to continue living without forgetting our loved ones. Thanks.”
“Speechless! What a beautiful post and amazing message to be sharing with your daughter and all of us. Definitely motivates me to “keep my feet moving” and looking to the positives to persevere.”
“Thx for the posts. My wife, Kathy, is passed 20 years ago last month. At times it feels like a lifetime ago. Others, like yesterday.”
Featured Blog Posts
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.
In this conversation, we talk about growing up with a hearing impairment, finding his way with a new sense of self in college, meeting his wife, and facing her cancer diagnosis and treatment shortly after their daughter was born. AJ brings warmth and wisdom to so many of life's challenges, with a strength of spirit to make it through anything and thrive.
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.
Remembering International Widow’s Day on June 23rd. Questions from how long I should wear my wedding ring to when to go back to work and more are answered in this exclusive Q/A from experienced educator and mother of two, Tricia Baltzersen. Sharing her perspective on widowhood, coping with grief and her thoughts on author AJ Coleman’s new book.
Dating isn't easy. Author AJ Coleman opens up about what it's like to date again after losing his wife to brain cancer. Dating with kids, Blended families, companionship, finding love after experiencing extraordinary heartbreak and honoring a beloved's legacy are some of the topics discussed.
Author AJ Coleman gives a personal account of what it is like being a Widower after losing his wife, Cory, to brain cancer. He shares these 10 Honest Truths about being a Widow/er to help others grieving their loss to have comfort in knowing they are not alone.
Sharing his personal experiences through coping with the loss of his wife, Cory, to brain cancer when their daughter was only a year old, AJ Coleman discusses navigating through parenting as a widower, overcome challenges personally and professionally, breaking stigmas and more with Strong, Single and Human Podcast host, Claire Martin.
Learn fresh ideas for starting the first month of the new year with a special focus on your mental wellness. Expert tips and resources available on our blog to help you gear up for 2024!
Defying Devastating Loss! AJ shares about getting through the diagnosis of his late wife, Cory, and being a first-time dad. He opens up about job loss, how the title of his book- Keep Those Feet Moving came to be along with inner strength and resilience in how to move from devastating loss to celebrating life.
Many who have experienced loss look at the holidays a little differently. With an overwhelming range of emotions, special days can be a painful reminder that the one they love is no longer here. In this post, we take a look at the hit 90’s TV show, Full House, and how one episode was able to comfort millions around the globe with a look at how Thanksgiving can truly be when you lose someone you love.
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