Author Archives: Gail Cawley Showalter
Halfway to Sunday
Episode Summary Today we’re talking about those moments when life does not go as planned…when the map changes and you’re left starting over. Our guest, Gail Showalter, shares how God met her in ordinary details and how small, faithful steps turned pain into purpose. We’ll talk boundaries that protect your peace, support that steadies your […]
Some Days I Need to Recall the Words I’ve Put Out There
“You don’t know what it is. . . something within you. . . consuming. . .compelling. . . to save your own soul . . . must speak.” Dorothy Clarke Wilson, The Herdman I raised three children as a single mother before I remarried. I have experienced the potholes, pests, and perils of being the […]
Happiness Podcast of Hope and Transformation
For anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain, Gail’s story offers a powerful reminder: your current circumstances do not define your potential. With determination, support, and a willingness to learn, remarkable transformations are possible.
Single Moms Are Reading Living, Learning, Loving
Lessons of Insights and Encouragement on the Path of Motherhood A Powerful Guide That Speaks to the Heart of Single Motherhood A Review Living, Learning, Loving: Insights and Encouragement on the Path of Motherhood by Gail Cawley Showalter is a book that feels like a warm hand on your shoulder during some of the hardest […]
Single Mom Santas Need Help
A New Year has arrived, and millions of single mothers are struggling to pay off credit cards for Santa. Dads are too often absent. There are 19 million children in single-parent homes, mostly with their mothers. That’s a bunch of expectations from a Santa without a workshop. A great number of single mothers do not receive child support, even […]
Coaching in Session Podcast
n this inspiring episode of Coaching In Session, host Michael Rearden speaks with Gail Showalter, founder of Single Moms Empowered, about her personal journey from single motherhood to becoming a beacon of hope and wisdom for women navigating life alone. Gail shares the challenges she faced while raising three children, going back to college, and […]
I Loved Talking with Shara about my Life Stories and How the Best Can Come Out of the Worst
In this episode of Life Stories, I sit down with Gail Showalter, a woman who turned her personal struggles into a powerful mission to help single moms thrive. Gail shares her journey from heartbreak to healing and how her experiences shaped her passion for creating opportunities for women to rebuild their lives. What you’ll hear […]
Dangerous Religion
Martha Beck’s “How I Lost the Mormons and Found My Faith” reflects her skepticism towards cult-like groups that dominate followers’ thinking. Her journey from curiosity to caution emphasizes the importance of researching any belief system before allegiance. The author, known for aiding single mothers, shares her insights and experiences for personal growth.
Are You True to Yourself?
The Real You Related posts: Find Your Strengths, Learn to be Self Aware, Know Yourself, Personalities Help the Family-a very brief audio “This above all – To thine own self be true, and it must follow as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”– Shakespeare, Hamlet I’ve enjoyed being in […]

