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Author Archives: Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“I’m trying to die correctly, but it’s very difficult, you know.”
-Lawrence Durrell
Image source: Michiel Van Balen (Creative Commons)
Posted in Laughter is Medicine
Tagged Dying Right, Humorous Death Quotes, Lawrence Durrell
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Franny’s Last Ride by Mike DeStefano
The comedian and storyteller shares his struggle to support his wife at the end of life
Comedian Mike DeStefano died of a heart attack March 6, 2011. In 2007, he appeared with The Moth storytelling organization to tell the story of his wife, Fran, who was dying in hospice after a drug addiction and affliction with … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
Tagged AIDS, Comedy, Franny's Last Ride, Hospice, Loss, Mike DeStefano, Substance abuse, The Moth
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Linds Redding’s Poignant Message on Creative Life Before His Death
The ad exec expressed a grave disappointment in his path through life
So was it worth it? Can you make money from your art and still lead a fulfilling life? This is just the question that Dept. of Motion Graphics art director Linds Redding addressed in a blog post earlier this year. … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
Tagged Art director, Blog, Creative LIfe, Linds Redding, Motion Graphics
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What is degriefing? An Interview with Lyn Prashant
The degriefing specialist focuses on healing not only the mind but the body during times of loss.
Dr. Lyn Prashant is a certified grief counselor with over 24 years’ experience in the field. Her training in bereavement counseling and her knowledge of somatic health care practices (she is a certified yoga instructor, massage therapist and physical education … Continue reading
CRAZY by Amy Reed
The unique novel for young adults addresses the dark feelings many don't know how to face.
Connor knows that Izzy will never fall in love with him the way he’s fallen for her. But somehow he’s been let into her crazy, exhilarating world and become her closest confidante. But the closer they get, the more Connor realizes … Continue reading
Posted in Lending Insight
Tagged Adolescence, Amy Reed, Bipolar disorder, Book Review, Crazy, Mental disorder, Mental health, Simon and Schuster, Suicide
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Coda Alliance Go Wish Cards Help Initiate the End of Life Conversation
The simple card game prompts participants to talk about what really matters
Coda Alliance in Silicon Valley brings together local hospices, hospitals, universities, elder care organizations, and faith communities to implement their mission of providing people with the skills and tools they need to empower themselves with excellent care at the end … Continue reading
