What heirlooms would you like to leave? What kind of life do you want to manifest?
What heirlooms would you like to leave? What kind of life do you want to manifest?
“Solo aging, for me, means building the structure that will give me the best chance to achieve a good death to cap off a good life.” — Anne Raftery
What if we viewed death not as a fear, but as a part of life, finding freedom in accepting our limits and living fully?
“If medicine can justify one method for the humane ending of life, then all methods should be justified, inclusive of PAD, for it is as dignifying and compassionate as withdrawing a treatment from a patient who no longer wants to prolong their suffering.” — Jenna Khoja
“Dear Son” … a perfect example of what FEN encourages their blog readers to share with their families.
“There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network: A Celebration of 20 Years” shares powerful testimonies from individuals connected to Final Exit Network (FEN), showcasing the organization’s dedication to supporting mentally competent adults suffering from terminal conditions in their right to choose death.
“I predict that as more people suffer from dementing illnesses, we will undoubtably cross a threshold and finally witness significant changes.” — Lewis Cohen, MD
The article contrasts the end-of-life experiences of Grandma Lilly, who suffers in ICU, with Grandpa Joe, who dies peacefully surrounded by loved ones, highlighting the choices in dying.
The article discusses democratic discrepancies in the UK regarding Capital Punishment and Assisted Dying laws, highlighting shifts in public opinion and legal challenges faced by supporters of Assisted Dying.
“Look at this book and let’s talk,” I imagine people saying. Or, “Read the story on page (X) and know that’s what I envision for myself.”