The Widow Who Chose Red: Faith, Grief, and the Courage to Keep Living with Rachel Kerr Schneider
In this deeply moving episode of Balance & Breakthroughs, host Wil Singleton sits down with author, speaker, and faith-driven voice Rachel Kerr Schneider—creator of The Widow Who Chooses Red. What unfolds is a raw and powerful conversation about love, loss, resilience, and the kind of faith that is forged in life’s hardest moments. After losing her husband to ALS, Rachel shares what it truly means to walk through grief while still choosing to live. From navigating caregiving, raising two young boys, and facing unimaginable loss, to rebuilding her life with intention and purpose—her story is a testament to both the fragility and strength of the human spirit. Together, Wil and Rachel explore: The reality behind “strong faith” and why it’s not as easy as it looks How grief can both hurt and heal at the same time The importance of asking for—and accepting—help What it means to keep living while someone you love is dying The shift from self-pity to purpose through a deeper relationship with God Lessons on parenting, trauma, and healing after loss The power of choice—even when life feels out of control Rachel also shares the meaning behind her bold decision to wear red at her husband’s celebration of life—a symbol of love, passion, and choosing joy in the face of sorrow. This episode is a reminder that even in our darkest seasons, we still have a choice: to keep believing, to keep loving, and to keep living. Key Takeaway: You may not get to choose what happens to you—but you always get to choose how you respond. If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who needs a reminder that healing doesn’t always look like shrinking—it can look like expanding… even boldly choosing red. CONNECT WITH RACHEL: Website Facebook Instagram Linkedin ________________________________________________________________________ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO THE BALANCE & BREAKTHROUGHS YOUTUBE CHANNEL NOW ⭐ CONNECT WITH WIL SINGLETON ON SOCIAL MEDIA ⭐ ➡️ Instagram ➡️ Facebook ➡️ Linkedin ➡️ Website ➡️ TikTok