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Category Archives: Dying Well
Keys to Dying Well
Embracing a new cycle
There are many “life cycles” in our time on earth — beginnings and endings of our youth, relationships, work, dreams, and ultimately, of life itself. This is my farewell blog, ending my cycle as a writer for “Dying Well.” … Continue reading
Posted in Dying Well
Tagged Dying Well, Hospice Care, lessons about dying, life cycles, Life lessons, Preparing for Death
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Dying Around the Holidays
Reframing the memory of death on a special day
“Please don’t let him die on my birthday!” “If he dies on Christmas, I will never be able to celebrate again!” It’s hard enough that someone we love is dying. It can seem even worse when they are dying around … Continue reading
Dementia and Redefining Quality of Life
A mother-daughter journey into the unknown
The idea of dementia or dependence appalled my mother. For many years, she declared, “If I ever get Alzheimer’s, take me out and shoot me!” Her definition of quality of life was firmly grounded in her ability to think … Continue reading
Is Anything Scarier than Dying?
Preempt the haunting of the ‘should’ve, could’ve’ regrets
A roller coaster ride suddenly drops 500 feet. A frantic car horn helps you steer your bike out of the way of an erratic driver. Your tumor biopsy comes back negative. All of these scenarios can precipitate a fear of … Continue reading
Visions as Messages at the End of Life
Opening to the mystery
By the time my mother-in-law was dying, I had been a student of those facing the end of life for many years. They taught me to expand my awareness and be open to the mystery of visions and the messages … Continue reading
Broken Heart Syndrome and Dying Together – Or Not
Finding meaning in a couple's life and death journey
There are numerous touching stories about broken heart syndrome, in which long-time couples die moments or days apart. The family is sad, but comforted by the belief that “they wanted to be together” at the end. Like many, I love these … Continue reading
Posted in Dying Well
Tagged animal grief, Bereavement, Broken Heart Syndrome, Death of a Spouse, Grief, Loss, timing of death
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