~Ideas on Death~
Blog Posts:
Even Months Later
While Death Doulas do all of their client work in the months/weeks/days leading up to the client’s death, oftentimes the work continues with the loved ones, many of whom feel a little lost on how to best grieve the loss. In the immediate wake of someone’s passing, there is a lot for the loved onesContinue reading “Even Months Later”
Needed Discussions
Most people do not spend time considering what we want our lives to look like right up to our last breath. Moreover, it is unlikely we know how our loved ones would respond to the same question. As an End-of-Life Doula, I am comfortable discussing death and dying. I recognize that all of us willContinue reading “Needed Discussions”
Repeating Patterns
Nature gives us lots of opportunities to observe multitudes. Whether sand divots on a beach, leaves on a branch, or the mirrored coloration on the wings of a bird or a butterfly, nature reminds us of the wonder of the natural world, while ironically, reminding us of the commonality of life itself. My work asContinue reading “Repeating Patterns”
Death near the Vernal Equinox
Spring can be a very difficult time to die. When the world returns to new life, teeming with hope and promise, facing death can feel particularly cruel with this juxtaposition. But in that conflicting space, there can be an opportunity for reflection. My clients, when they take their life inventories, often speak of their childhood,Continue reading “Death near the Vernal Equinox”
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