Carol Brody Fleet

Our site name is based on the book by award-winning author, speaker, coach and Widows Wear Stilettos founder Carole Brody Fleet, entitled, “Widows Wear Stilettos: A Practical and Emotional Guide for the Young Widow” (New Horizon Press); as well as the popular CD, entitled, “Widows Wear Stilettos: What Now?”. While there are many wonderful books that deal with grief, and a few that deal with the specific plight of the young widow “Widows Wear Stilettos…” differs in that it offers both practical guidance and emotional guidance for the younger widow, addressing such issues as: Taking "ownership" of your personal "Healing Journey" Coping with the comments, opinions and insights that you may encounter from those who surround you Fashion, beauty, diet and exercise tips just for you, including quick and easy recipes How and when to re-enter the “World of Dating”…and what to do once you get there! Advice on your financial and “practical” transitioning; complete with how-to’s, checklists and guidelines Helping children of all ages adapt and transition and occasionally does so with a bit of a smile!. The book even includes quizzes, journal space, affirmations, “contracts” and other activities designed to help you actually see your recovery “in progress”. The CD, entitled, “Widows Wear Stilettos: What Now?” is a valuable healing “tool” that offers comfort and direction as you move through the first difficult weeks and months after your husband’s death – and also helps those who may have been widowed for awhile, yet may feel “stuck” in their grief. Widows of all ages will be able to utilize the important education insights, opinions and advice offered in a compassionate and contemporary fashion.