Why Dying Is Not Giving Up
"I dislike the phrase, 'They failed treatment.' The amount of judgment within this phrase is damaging." (Continue reading ...)
“Bad Death” Hurts More For Loved Ones Left Behind
Research points to rise in deep grief as more families are left wondering what more could have been done. (Continue reading ...)
Take Initiative To Create Your Own Personalized Death Care Plan
"Once you come up with a few items that bring comfort and involve the senses, it becomes easier to construct an individualized plan to share with those who are near and dear to our hearts." (Continue reading ...)
Good Death? Let’s Get Real
“If we are trying to design a ‘good death’ we could well cause ourselves more suffering.” -- Roshi Joan Halifax (Continue reading ...)
What’s Positive About Death?
"To be 'death positive' doesn’t mean that you are happy about dying." (Continue reading ...)
A GOOD DEATH Really Starts With A GOOD LIFE
"What do you consider critical for your own GOOD DEATH CHECKLIST? What about those in your community of support? What would they want you to add (if you dare)?" (Continue reading ...)
Laura’s Choice
“So you think you’re free. You are part of a democratic society, so you have the freedom of choice in how you live – and die. Well, you don’t." (Continue reading ...)
LGBTQ+ End-of-Life Planning
"This committed couple who loved each other through life's ups and downs were separated when Pat breathed her final breath." (Continue reading ...)
Acceptance, Denial, And Related Responses To Death
"After a two-hour appointment in which my mother was assessed and then diagnosed with dementia ... my stepfather announced, “OK! So there’s nothing wrong with her!” (Continue reading ...)
The Old Man’s Friend: Refuse Antibiotics To Achieve A Peaceful Death
"The legal method I suggest most for a dignified and peaceful death is to stop all treatments, especially antibiotics." (Continue reading ...)