The Good Death Society Blog | A Project of Final Exit Network

October 25, 2026October 25, 2026

Facing the Fear of Dying: How Understanding and Preparation Can Set Us Free

"When we face [death] with knowledge, preparation, and community, we can transform fear into something else: clarity, dignity, and peace." -- Chris Palmer (Continue reading ...)

October 18, 2026October 16, 2026

Differentiating Medical Aid in Dying in the US and Canada

Same idea, different systems: understanding how end-of-life care and aid in dying differ between Canada and the U.S. (Continue reading ...)

October 11, 2026October 9, 2026

Public Awareness of a Death With Dignity

New research sheds light on public awareness of death with dignity. (Continue reading ...)

October 4, 2026October 3, 2026

Face Uncertainty, Live Intentionally, and Plan Thoughtfully

What do we hold onto, and what can we release? A gentle meditation on living intentionally, planning thoughtfully, and meeting life's uncertainties. (Continue reading ...)

September 27, 2026September 23, 2026

A Personal Note

They were not doing anything wrong. They were dying; they knew it, and they wanted some say in how it happened. For that, they had to behave as though they were doing something shameful. (Continue reading ...)

September 20, 2026September 15, 2026

Rusty Martin Dies, Leaving These Final Words For Iowans

I do not want to be in a hotel room thousands of miles away. I want to be at my home in Des Moines. (Continue reading ...)

September 13, 2026September 11, 2026

Why Final Exit Network Matters to Me

Could a Christian facing an incurable and ultimately fatal dementia diagnosis ... morally choose to hasten death rather than live through the most devastating stages of the disease? (Continue reading ...)

September 6, 2026September 4, 2026

Hospice in America by the Numbers

A 2026 data guide to how hospice care actually works in the U.S. — who uses it, when, where, and how the industry has changed. (Continue reading ...)

August 30, 2026August 28, 2026

One Year, Five Surprises—and a Growing Movement for Choice in Dying

I knew I had a lot to learn when I stepped into this role. Here's what surprised me the most. (Continue reading ...)

August 23, 2026August 24, 2026

Debunking Myths About Hospice Care: What You Need to Know

"I'm often struck by common misunderstandings of what hospice care is and isn't. Let's address some of the myths about hospice and share the truth so everyone can benefit." -- Diane Hullet (Continue reading ...)

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