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Author Archives: Colleen Ferguson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“9/11 The Falling Man” by Henry Singer (2006)
Singer's powerful and emotional documentary tells a story behind a forgotten image and uncomfortable truths
“9/11: The Falling Man” is a documentary film directed by Henry Singer and filmed by Richard Numeroff — a film about an image from that fateful day in 2001. It’s an image largely forgotten, but one that tells the story of … Continue reading
How Does Educating People About the Dying Process Reduce Fear?
An interview with Barbara Karnes, nurse, author, and end-of-life educator, Part One
In this first part of a two part interview, I sit down with award-winning author, nurse, and end of life educator, Barbara Karnes to talk about her experiences and insight with end of life. Among many other works, Barbara is know … Continue reading
Our Monthly Tip: Conversations About Death at Thanksgiving Dinner
Some tips for discussing death with your loved ones at Thanksgiving
If you follow this site, you know that dying here in America isn’t always what it should be. According to the Stanford School of Medicine, 80 percent of Americans say they would prefer to die at home, though 60 percent … Continue reading
Walls of Demand: Father of Slain Student Uses Art to Turn Tragedy Into Change
Manuel Oliver takes his murals on the road to demand change as he grieves the loss of his son
I’m sure we all remember the day. It was Valentine’s Day, just this past February. A former student walked into Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Dade County, Florida, with an assault rifle and killed 17 innocent people — including … Continue reading
“It behooves me to remember as I advance in age that death is an inevitable part of the life cycle rather than a medical failure.”
- Lisa J. Schultz
How Did You Become Involved with Reimagine End of Life?
An interview with Jeannie Blaustein, Founding Chair of Reimagine End of Life, Part Two
In this second part of a two part interview, I talk with Jeannie Blaustein to hear about her experience with end of life, and how she became the founding chair of Reimagine. Jeannie has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from City College of New York as … Continue reading
