The KALM before the Chaos Podcast https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com The KALM Before the Chaos is a faith-based personal growth podcast for anyone learning how to rebuild, parent, lead, and live fully after life has been reshaped.

Hosted by Lynnette, this podcast explores what it really means to keep going — after loss, during transition, and in seasons where life looks nothing like you expected. While grief and loss are part of this story, this space is about what comes next: rebuilding a life, raising children, building a business, nurturing faith, and learning how to find calm while still living in the middle of it all.

Each episode weaves together honest storytelling, quiet faith, and practical reflection around parenting through change, navigating leadership and business growth, redefining identity, and creating space for healing without putting life on pause. This podcast honors the truth that grief doesn’t end your story — it changes how you live it.

You’ll hear conversations about resilience, motherhood, purpose-driven work, emotional strength, and the small daily practices that help you stay grounded — whether that’s prayer, breath, reflection, or lighting a candle and allowing a familiar scent to remind you to slow down.

This podcast grew from the same season that gave life to Kitchen a la More — a space rooted in creativity, ritual, and the belief that small moments of calm can ground us when life feels loud.

The KALM Before the Chaos is for those balancing responsibility and healing, ambition and faith, strength and softness. For those rebuilding after loss while still showing up — for their families, their work, and themselves.

This is not a podcast about stopping your life.
It’s about learning how to live it differently — with intention, grace, and calm — even when chaos still exists.

🎧 New episodes release semi-monthly, starting January 20, 2026
🌿 Come as you are. Stay awhile. Breathe.

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]]> Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 46 trailer #001: Why I Started Lighting Candles in the Dark #001: Why I Started Lighting Candles in the Dark https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/001-why-i-started-lighting-candles-in-the-dark/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/001-why-i-started-lighting-candles-in-the-dark/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0700 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/198bfb0e-7bea-3de0-901d-ae05b6776138 There’s a date that changed everything — September 1, 2011 — the day my life split into before and after. In Episode 1 of The KALM Before the Chaos, I share why this podcast exists and how grief reshaped my life, my faith, and my understanding of calm. Grief doesn’t end; it evolves. And calm isn’t something we wait for after the chaos passes — it’s something we practice in the middle of it. Through quiet reflection and a simple candle ritual, this episode invites you to pause, breathe, and feel less alone.

 

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]]> There’s a date that changed everything — September 1, 2011 — the day my life split into before and after. In Episode 1 of The KALM Before the Chaos, I share why this podcast exists and how grief reshaped my life, my faith, and my understanding of calm. Grief doesn’t end; it evolves. And calm isn’t something we wait for after the chaos passes — it’s something we practice in the middle of it. Through quiet reflection and a simple candle ritual, this episode invites you to pause, breathe, and feel less alone.

 

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]]> There’s a date that changed everything — September 1, 2011. The day my life split into before and after. In this opening episode of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares the personal story behind the podcast and the journey that followed profound loss. This episode explores how grief evolves over time, how calm must be practiced rather than postponed, and how small rituals — like lighting a candle — can ground us in the middle of life’s hardest seasons. This is not a guide on how to grieve. It’s a reflection on living in the “after,” honoring what was, and learning to breathe again when life feels heavy. If you’ve experienced loss, change, or a moment that reshaped your life, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and know you’re not alone. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 753 1 001 full #002: Grief Doesn't End, It Evolves #002: Grief Doesn't End, It Evolves https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/002-grief-doesnt-end-it-evolves/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/002-grief-doesnt-end-it-evolves/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:02:00 -0700 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/3aebec96-8ac6-3d4c-82a1-579a96e25e68 After loss, the world keeps moving — even when you don’t feel ready to move with it. In Episode 2 of The KALM Before the Chaos, I talk about what happens after the after, when life quietly expects you to be okay. Grief doesn’t end; it evolves. This episode explores the changing shape of grief, the pressure to “be better,” and the permission to grieve in your own time. Through reflection and a gentle moment of KALM, you’re invited to pause, breathe, and remember you’re not alone.

 

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]]> After loss, the world keeps moving — even when you don’t feel ready to move with it. In Episode 2 of The KALM Before the Chaos, I talk about what happens after the after, when life quietly expects you to be okay. Grief doesn’t end; it evolves. This episode explores the changing shape of grief, the pressure to “be better,” and the permission to grieve in your own time. Through reflection and a gentle moment of KALM, you’re invited to pause, breathe, and remember you’re not alone.

 

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]]> After loss, the world keeps moving — even when you don’t feel ready to move with it. In Episode 2 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette explores what happens after the initial shock of loss fades and life quietly expects you to be “okay.” This episode reflects on how grief doesn’t disappear with time — it evolves, reshapes itself, and becomes something we learn to carry. Through honest reflection, Lynnette speaks to the pressure to heal on a timeline, the unspoken expectations placed on those who are grieving, and the importance of honoring where you are. You’ll also be invited into a gentle moment of KALM — a pause for stillness, breath, and presence. This episode isn’t about fixing grief. It’s about understanding it — and allowing it to change. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 986 1 2 full #003: What Comes After Survival #003: What Comes After Survival https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/003-what-comes-after-survival/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/003-what-comes-after-survival/#comments Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:03:00 -0700 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/b92cee76-0134-3f30-87b9-40711ae707c8 What happens after you survive? In Episode 3 of The KALM Before the Chaos, we explore the quiet space that follows crisis — when the noise fades, the questions surface, and healing feels heavier than expected. This episode reflects on grief, rebuilding, parenting after loss, and learning to live again without a roadmap. Through quiet faith, the power of scent, and a moment of KALM, you’re reminded that becoming takes time — and this space matters.

 

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]]> What happens after you survive? In Episode 3 of The KALM Before the Chaos, we explore the quiet space that follows crisis — when the noise fades, the questions surface, and healing feels heavier than expected. This episode reflects on grief, rebuilding, parenting after loss, and learning to live again without a roadmap. Through quiet faith, the power of scent, and a moment of KALM, you’re reminded that becoming takes time — and this space matters.

 

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]]> What happens after you survive the hardest season of your life? In Episode 3 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette explores the quiet, often unspoken space that comes after crisis — when survival mode ends, the noise fades, and you’re left standing in a life that no longer looks the way you imagined. This episode reflects on the emotional crash that can follow survival, the grief of the life you thought you’d have, and the pressure to appear healed when healing is still unfolding. Lynnette shares her experience of rebuilding after loss, parenting through grief as the only living parent, and learning that strength doesn’t mean filling every gap alone. You’ll also hear how KALM became a practice — small moments of rest, grounding, and permission, sometimes as simple as lighting a candle and allowing the body to breathe again. Through the power of scent, memory, quiet faith, and stillness, this episode offers space to pause and honor both grief and hope. If you’re living in the in-between — no longer surviving, not yet thriving — this episode is for you. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 895 1 003 full #004: When Grief Doesn't Look the Same #004: When Grief Doesn't Look the Same https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/004-when-grief-doesnt-look-the-same/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/004-when-grief-doesnt-look-the-same/#comments Tue, 03 Feb 2026 00:20:00 -0700 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/5c9d16e0-3135-38ec-8f63-9e798e1a9b8e When grief doesn’t look the same, it can feel confusing, isolating, and heavy. In Episode 4 of The KALM Before the Chaos, we explore how shared loss doesn’t mean shared grief — and how expectations, relationships, and faith are often tested in the aftermath. This episode reflects on boundaries, forgiveness, motherhood, and learning what is — and isn’t — yours to carry. Through quiet prayer and a moment of KALM, you’re reminded that healing is personal, timelines are individual, and your way forward matters.

 

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]]> When grief doesn’t look the same, it can feel confusing, isolating, and heavy. In Episode 4 of The KALM Before the Chaos, we explore how shared loss doesn’t mean shared grief — and how expectations, relationships, and faith are often tested in the aftermath. This episode reflects on boundaries, forgiveness, motherhood, and learning what is — and isn’t — yours to carry. Through quiet prayer and a moment of KALM, you’re reminded that healing is personal, timelines are individual, and your way forward matters.

 

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]]> In Episode 4 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on the often-unspoken truth that even when we grieve the same loss, we do not grieve the same way. This episode explores how grief unfolds on its own timeline, how expectations and relationships can shift after loss, and how boundaries, forgiveness, and faith become necessary for healing. Through motherhood, prayer, and a grounding moment of KALM, listeners are gently reminded that grief is personal, comparison is unhelpful, and healing does not require permission — only honesty. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 956 1 4 full #005: The KALM That Held Me #005: The KALM That Held Me https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/005-the-kalm-that-held-me/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/005-the-kalm-that-held-me/#comments Tue, 17 Feb 2026 00:02:00 -0700 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/abae070d-1147-333c-9f9d-e2c244a6516e In Episode 5 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares who held her when everything fell apart. From parents and siblings who grieved alongside her, to friends who stayed steady, to Mason’s quiet presence — this episode reflects on the anchors that carried her through. Most of all, she speaks about faith and the courage to believe in herself again. A tender reminder that even in grief, you are not without support.

 

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]]> In Episode 5 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares who held her when everything fell apart. From parents and siblings who grieved alongside her, to friends who stayed steady, to Mason’s quiet presence — this episode reflects on the anchors that carried her through. Most of all, she speaks about faith and the courage to believe in herself again. A tender reminder that even in grief, you are not without support.

 

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]]> In Episode 5 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on the anchors that held her through one of the hardest seasons of her life. After losing her husband, she quickly learned that grief doesn’t just reveal who falls away — it reveals who stays. In this deeply personal episode, she shares the steady presence of her parents and siblings, who grieved alongside her; the loyalty of friends who didn’t rush her healing; Mason’s quiet and faithful support; and the grounding love of her children — living proof that what was built in love continues. Lynnette also opens up about two unexpected anchors: her faith in God and the courage to believe in herself again. Through loss, identity shifts, and learning to truly care for herself, she discovered that strength isn’t loud — it’s steady. Whether your grief comes from death, divorce, a broken relationship, career loss, or the life you once knew, this episode offers a gentle reminder: you are not without support. This is a story about love that remains, faith that steadies, and the courage to keep living. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 1151 1 5 full #006: The Box I Didn't Choose #006: The Box I Didn't Choose https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/006-the-box-i-didnt-choose/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/006-the-box-i-didnt-choose/#comments Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:33:53 -0700 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/99a4dba0-30d5-35c3-9a83-88171eba66de In this episode of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on the quiet but profound identity shift that follows loss. From answering “widowed” on a simple phone call to redefining herself as a parent, partner, and woman of faith, she explores what it means to move from “us” to “me.” This episode gently weaves grief, remarriage, motherhood, and the power of scent as markers of memory and becoming — reminding us that love can expand, faith can steady us, and we are allowed to become again.

 

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]]> In this episode of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on the quiet but profound identity shift that follows loss. From answering “widowed” on a simple phone call to redefining herself as a parent, partner, and woman of faith, she explores what it means to move from “us” to “me.” This episode gently weaves grief, remarriage, motherhood, and the power of scent as markers of memory and becoming — reminding us that love can expand, faith can steady us, and we are allowed to become again.

 

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]]> What happens when a single word changes how you describe your life? In this episode of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares the moment a routine phone call forced her to say “widowed” out loud — and how that word marked more than loss. It marked identity change. From redefining herself as the sole parent and decision-maker, to allowing love again with Mason in a way that was different but deeply meaningful, this episode explores the quiet transformation grief requires. Lynnette reflects on faith not just as survival, but as becoming — trusting that God does not waste pain and that love can expand without replacing what came before. Through honest storytelling and the metaphor of scent as memory and renewal, she reminds listeners that while grief reshapes us, it does not erase us. We are allowed to carry our past, honor it, and still step into who we are becoming. If you’ve ever had to answer a question differently than you once did — this episode is for you. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 1260 1 006 full #007: The Woman in the Mirror — Becoming Someone I Never Planned to Be #007: The Woman in the Mirror — Becoming Someone I Never Planned to Be https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/007-the-woman-in-the-mirror-%e2%80%94-becoming-someone-i-never-planned-to-be/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/007-the-woman-in-the-mirror-%e2%80%94-becoming-someone-i-never-planned-to-be/#comments Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0600 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/b6e64dfc-5a01-3865-a553-92e3866e80f3 In Episode 7 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on the identity shift that follows deep loss.

After the death of her husband Chad, she shares what it means to become someone you never planned to be — navigating life as the only parent, discovering unexpected strength, and realizing that sometimes God prepares us long before we understand why.

Through personal stories, including simple family moments that became lasting memories, Lynnette explores how grief reshapes not only who we are, but how we live — including the quiet changes we make to survive and begin again.

This episode is a reminder:

We are not victims of our story. We are survivors still writing it.

 

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]]> In Episode 7 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on the identity shift that follows deep loss.

After the death of her husband Chad, she shares what it means to become someone you never planned to be — navigating life as the only parent, discovering unexpected strength, and realizing that sometimes God prepares us long before we understand why.

Through personal stories, including simple family moments that became lasting memories, Lynnette explores how grief reshapes not only who we are, but how we live — including the quiet changes we make to survive and begin again.

This episode is a reminder:

We are not victims of our story.
We are survivors still writing it.

 

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]]> In Episode 7 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares a deeply personal reflection on identity, grief, and the process of becoming someone you never planned to be. After losing her husband Chad, life shifted in ways she could not have anticipated. What began as survival slowly became something more — a journey of rediscovery, resilience, and quiet strength. In this episode, Lynnette reflects on the moments that shaped her transformation, including a season before Chad’s passing that, in hindsight, prepared her for the life she would need to carry forward. She shares the weight of becoming the only parent, the strength she saw reflected back at her in the mirror, and the faith that carried her through the hardest days. Through heartfelt memories — like family nights playing Mario, where she was always Luigi and Chad was always Mario — she reminds us that the simplest moments often become the ones that stay with us the longest. She also speaks to an often-unspoken part of grief: how identity shifts can lead to changes in our environment, our routines, and the spaces we live in. Sometimes, healing isn’t just emotional — it’s practical. It’s found in the small changes that help us breathe again. This episode is about more than loss. It’s about resilience. It’s about faith. It’s about learning how to keep going. And ultimately, it’s about choosing to live a life that honors the people we love — even after everything changes. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 1384 1 7 full #008: Bonus Episode: A Moment of KALM — Reset Before the Next Chapter #008: Bonus Episode: A Moment of KALM — Reset Before the Next Chapter https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/008-bonus-episode-a-moment-of-kalm-%e2%80%94-reset-before-the-next-chapter/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/008-bonus-episode-a-moment-of-kalm-%e2%80%94-reset-before-the-next-chapter/#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0600 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/d4060d43-2542-3fb9-9f12-2a969c3a7881 This one is just for you.

Sometimes… before we move forward, we need a moment to pause.

This bonus episode is an invitation to step out of the noise and into stillness. Through a guided moment of KALM, we walk through four simple steps:

K-Keep Still. A-Acknowledge. L-Let Go. M-Move Forward.

Wherever you are in your journey, this space is for you to breathe, reflect, and reset—one moment at a time.

 

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]]> This one is just for you.

Sometimes… before we move forward, we need a moment to pause.

This bonus episode is an invitation to step out of the noise and into stillness.
Through a guided moment of KALM, we walk through four simple steps:

K-Keep Still.
A-Acknowledge.
L-Let Go.
M-Move Forward.

Wherever you are in your journey, this space is for you to breathe, reflect, and reset—one moment at a time.

 

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]]> Sometimes the most important thing we can do… is pause. In this special bonus episode of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette steps outside of the usual rhythm to create space for something different—a guided Moment of KALM. This episode isn’t about moving the story forward. It’s about meeting yourself exactly where you are. Through a gentle, reflective practice, you’ll be guided through the K-A-L-M framework: Keep Still — Pause. You don’t need to rush. Acknowledge — Name what you’re carrying. Let Go — Release what you cannot control. Move Forward — Take one small step. Whether you’re in the middle of change, carrying something heavy, or simply needing a reset, this episode offers a quiet space to breathe, reflect, and begin again. Take this moment for yourself. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 359 1 8 bonus #009: Learning to Live in the Life I Didn't Expect #009: Learning to Live in the Life I Didn't Expect https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/009-learning-to-live-in-the-life-i-didnt-expect/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/009-learning-to-live-in-the-life-i-didnt-expect/#comments Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:01:00 -0600 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/d9544898-a82d-3f30-9e03-b8d7a4323cbd In Episode 9 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares what it looks like to begin living again after loss. This deeply personal episode explores the shift from survival to rebuilding, the weight of grief, and the quiet strength it takes to move forward. Through stories of perseverance, motherhood, faith, and trust, she reflects on how life can grow in unexpected ways—even when it doesn’t look the way we planned.

 

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]]> In Episode 9 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares what it looks like to begin living again after loss. This deeply personal episode explores the shift from survival to rebuilding, the weight of grief, and the quiet strength it takes to move forward. Through stories of perseverance, motherhood, faith, and trust, she reflects on how life can grow in unexpected ways—even when it doesn’t look the way we planned.

 

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]]> What does it really look like to keep living after your life changes in a way you never expected? In Episode 9 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette shares a deeply personal reflection on the transition from survival to rebuilding. After loss, life doesn’t immediately return to normal—but over time, something begins to shift. Through honest storytelling, Lynnette opens up about the difficult decisions that come with grief, including stepping away from school to focus on her family, and the strength it took to return—eventually earning her bachelor’s degree. She also shares the powerful journey of her daughter, Caitlin, whose resilience in the face of loss became a reflection of strength, growth, and honoring her father. This episode explores the quiet weight of grief, the courage it takes to move forward, and the role of faith when life doesn’t make sense. Lynnette shares how her trust in God remained steady, even when understanding did not—and how that trust became the foundation for rebuilding. This is an episode about perseverance, motherhood, faith, and the unexpected ways life can continue to grow after loss. If you’re navigating grief, change, or rebuilding your life in any way, this conversation will meet you where you are. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 1239 1 9 full #010: Rituals That Rebuild Us #010: Rituals That Rebuild Us https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/010-rituals-that-rebuild-us/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/010-rituals-that-rebuild-us/#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:25:56 -0600 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/0e630c32-c505-3c7a-a0cf-97250b3eaacd In this milestone 10th episode of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on what it truly means to begin living again. After grief, after survival… what comes next?

This episode explores the quiet power of rituals—small, intentional moments that bring calm, create space, and help rebuild life one step at a time.

Through personal reflection and a glimpse into her daughter’s perspective, Lynnette shares how healing happens not all at once—but in the pauses, the breath, and the moments we choose to come back to ourselves.

You are not alone. This moment… right here… it counts.

 

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]]> In this milestone 10th episode of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette reflects on what it truly means to begin living again. After grief, after survival… what comes next?

This episode explores the quiet power of rituals—small, intentional moments that bring calm, create space, and help rebuild life one step at a time.

Through personal reflection and a glimpse into her daughter’s perspective, Lynnette shares how healing happens not all at once—but in the pauses, the breath, and the moments we choose to come back to ourselves.

You are not alone. This moment… right here… it counts.

 

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]]> In Episode 10 of The KALM Before the Chaos, Lynnette marks a meaningful milestone—ten episodes and the first quarter of the year spent together with listeners walking through grief, healing, and rebuilding. After exploring faith and what holds us steady, this episode gently shifts into what comes next: learning how to live again. This episode centers on the power of rituals—small, intentional actions that create calm, provide structure, and help us move forward when life feels uncertain. Lynnette shares how these quiet moments became anchors in her own journey, from simple pauses to lighting a candle, and how even her daughter unknowingly created rituals of her own. Through honest reflection, Lynnette also shares the role Kitchen à la More played in her rebuilding—not just as a business, but as both movement and meaning during a time when stillness wasn’t always possible. This episode is an invitation to slow down, to notice the moments you already have, and to begin again—one breath at a time. If you’re navigating grief, change, or simply trying to find your way forward, this episode is for you. You are not alone. Take a breath. This moment… right here… it counts. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 1013 1 10 full #011: The Children in the Story #011: The Children in the Story https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/011-the-children-in-the-story/ https://TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/e/011-the-children-in-the-story/#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 00:02:00 -0600 TheKALMbeforetheChaos.podbean.com/1cb98449-c2bc-3633-bcc6-59ee554e643b Episode 12: The Children in the Story

In this episode, I step back from my own story… and look at what it meant for my children to live through it.

Grief doesn’t look the same through a child’s eyes. It isn’t always spoken. It isn’t always understood. And sometimes… it shows up in ways we don’t recognize until much later.

I share the moments that shaped my understanding as a parent—the differences between how I processed loss and how my children did, the quiet ways they held onto their dad, and the turning point that changed how I saw everything.

This episode is also for those walking through divorce, separation, or any life change that shifts a child’s world. Because no matter how you arrive there, the question is often the same:

How do we lead them through something we’re still trying to understand ourselves?

This is a reflection on parenting through the hardest seasons… and the quiet strength children carry within them.

 

Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me

]]> Episode 12: The Children in the Story

In this episode, I step back from my own story… and look at what it meant for my children to live through it.

Grief doesn’t look the same through a child’s eyes.
It isn’t always spoken. It isn’t always understood. And sometimes… it shows up in ways we don’t recognize until much later.

I share the moments that shaped my understanding as a parent—the differences between how I processed loss and how my children did, the quiet ways they held onto their dad, and the turning point that changed how I saw everything.

This episode is also for those walking through divorce, separation, or any life change that shifts a child’s world. Because no matter how you arrive there, the question is often the same:

How do we lead them through something we’re still trying to understand ourselves?

This is a reflection on parenting through the hardest seasons… and the quiet strength children carry within them.

 

Music from #Uppbeat
https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me

]]> In Episode 11, The Children in the Story, Lynnette reflects on what it means to parent through loss—and how children experience grief in ways that are often quiet, complex, and deeply different from adults. This episode explores: The contrast between adult grief and child grief How children process loss without always having the words The impact of life changes such as death, divorce, or separation The unseen ways children hold onto connection and memory A pivotal moment that reshaped how Lynnette supported her children With honesty and quiet faith, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and grace for parents navigating difficult seasons alongside their children. Because sometimes, the most important part of the story… is the one we don’t fully see. I share the moments that shaped my understanding as a parent—the differences between how I processed loss and how my children did, the quiet ways they held onto their dad, and the turning point that changed how I saw everything. This episode is also for those walking through divorce, separation, or any life change that shifts a child’s world. Because no matter how you arrive there, the question is often the same: How do we lead them through something we’re still trying to understand ourselves? This is a reflection on parenting through the hardest seasons… and the quiet strength children carry within them. Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/the-dunwells/best-part-of-me Lynnette Siedschlaw false No 932 1 11 full