Episode 7. The New Death Conversation: Why it’s important to know what you want in the end.
Today we chat to Bridget Allan, who facilitates the Death Cafe in Bendigo which is a space to actively share, listen and learn about death and the end-of-life experience.
We talk more about death and dying and how education is key in minimising the fear around death.
In this episode we cover:
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Living ceremonies are a new trend which are held while sick/terminal people are alive.
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Having conversations with people with a terminal illness can highlight how much time we spend on unimportant things.
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There are so many alternatives to coffins and ashes being stored or spread (noting there are some laws around scattering ashes!)
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A funeral is like the ultimate book of someone’s lives.
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Many people are choosing not to have a funeral these days, which is about the control over their own lives. And it can often be up to grieving loved ones to find their own way to grieve and celebrate their lives.
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Finding ways to connect to those who have passed to keep their memory alive.
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The different stages of grief and how getting stuck in one can become complicated grief.
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Changes the body goes through during grief and practical tips to support someone through this time.
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How meal trains work and why they are particularly useful for people with children.
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The role of a death doula and how it is different to a palliative care nurse.
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Dealing with family members you don’t have a great relationship with.
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