I am an End-of-Life Doula: Listening, Supporting, and Advocating
My job is listening, holding space, being present – and it’s also educating and advocating. (Continue reading ...)
Your Digital Legacy
It is time to ask yourself: What will happen to your digital assets after you die? (Continue reading ...)
Why Some People Don’t Die In Peace
There are many different ways to die. In fact, each individual has a unique experience at the end of life. (Continue reading ...)
Learning to Talk About Death and Dying Should Start Early in Doctors’ Careers
"When I started medical school ... one of the things I needed to learn, but didn't, was how to talk to people about death and dying." -- Junaid Nabi, MD, MPH (Continue reading ...)
‘Peaceful Pill’ in Media
Hollywood’s “peaceful pill” is pure fiction — a myth that misleads vulnerable people seeking real end‑of‑life options. Accurate information, not fantasy, is what they deserve. (Continue reading ...)
As A Death Doula And Professor Who Teaches About Dying, I See A Need For More Conversations About Death
When death strikes you or a loved one, we need prepared supporters. Everyone has a stake in death education. (Continue reading ...)
Eight Lessons on Aging and Death from the Doctor Who Explained ‘How We Die’
Here's a list of eight ways you can increase your chances of dying with dignity. (Continue reading ...)
‘Battle Language’ – Does it Help Us Cope With Illness?
In battles, there are winners and losers. If you say someone was victorious, it implies that someone with an opposite outcome failed. Do we then accept the implication that death is a failure? (Continue reading ...)
Good death
Chances are you're not prepared for the end. You should be and here's how. (Continue reading ...)
Why FEN?
Final Exit Network, a nonprofit, offers end-of-life resources including articles on Exit Guide Services, Advance Directives, personal stories, and Healthcare Representatives, emphasizing the significance of choosing a suitable healthcare representative aligned with one's wishes for medical decision-making. Membership offers access to forums and events. (Continue reading ...)