The Good Death Society Blog

Apr 20

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End of life wisdom quotes

By Gary Wederspahn | Death, Death Anxiety, Death Wellness, Dying | 7 Comments

“Facing one’s own mortality is a universal human experience. I’ve been helped, encouraged and inspired by quotations from others’ reflections and insights. Here are some of my favorites.” — Gary Wederspahn

Apr 13

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End-of-life choice and religious teachings (part two)

By Leonard Bernstein | Choice, Death With Dignity, Death With Dignity Act, Euthanasia, Medical Aid in Dying, Religion, The Right to Die | 2 Comments

Part Two — While most religious bodies are generally opposed to most end-of-life options, some offer what may be described as an “escape clause” which can be interpreted as, “we are opposed; however …”

Apr 06

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End-of-life choice and religious teachings (part one)

By Leonard Bernstein | Choice, Death With Dignity, Death With Dignity Act, Euthanasia, Medical Aid in Dying, Religion, The Right to Die | 6 Comments

While most religious bodies are generally opposed to most end-of-life options, some offer what may be described as an “escape clause” which can be interpreted as, “we are opposed; however …”

Mar 30

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Unique — but why?

By Chris Haws | Anticipatory Grief, Bereavement, Complicated Grief, Death Anxiety, Dying, Grief, Grieving Process, Preparatory Grief | No Comments

“Many authors have described bereavement as a transition, a transformation, an evolution. It may not seem so when emotions are most raw.” — Chris Haws

Mar 23

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There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network

By Patrick Hoctel | Choice, Communication, Completed Life, Death Wellness, Death With Dignity, End-of-life care, End-of-Life Planning, Final Exit Network, Good Death, Gratitude, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Healthcare Representatives, Hemlock Society of San Diego, Hospice, Medical Aid in Dying, Pain management, Palliative Care, Rational Death, Right-to-Die Laws, Suffering and Death, The Right to Die, VSED | 2 Comments

“There at the End: Voices from Final Exit Network: A Celebration of 20 Years” shares powerful testimonies from individuals connected to Final Exit Network (FEN), showcasing the organization’s dedication to supporting mentally competent adults suffering from terminal conditions in their right to choose death.

Mar 16

5

Death Cleaning: A Thoughtful Gift to Those We Leave Behind

By Chris Palmer | Death Cleaning, Death Wellness, End-of-Life Planning, Gratitude, Mental health, Survivorship | 2 Comments

What is the concept of “death cleaning”, and why is it considered a gift to our survivors?

Mar 09

2

Where There’s a (Living) Will, There’s a Way

By Janis Landis | Advance Directives, Communication, End-of-Life Planning, Final Exit Network, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Healthcare Proxy, Healthcare Representatives, Living Will, Surrogate | 4 Comments

What happens if you decide to update your Advance Directive or your surrogate? Will you remember to send it to your doctors, lawyer, surrogate, etc.? How will individuals be sure they have the latest copy?

Mar 02

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Prepare for your care to ensure your end-of-life treatment wishes

By Althea Halchuck | Advance Directives, End-of-Life Planning, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Healthcare Proxy, Healthcare Representatives, Proxy, Surrogate, The Five Wishes | 3 Comments

“End-of-Life decisions should not be made at the end of life” – Un-credited

Feb 23

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Reversing death: the weird history of resuscitation

By Caitjan Gainty | CPR, Resuscitation | One Comment

A historical look at various resuscitative methods to keep the apparently dead from joining the actually dead.

Feb 16

2

Is end of life its own stage of life?

By Lola Butcher | Advance Directives, Communication, Death Wellness, End-of-Life Planning, Healthcare Power of Attorney, Healthcare Proxy, Healthcare Representatives, Living Will, Surrogate | 4 Comments

The concept of the end of life is a period that has evolved over time, with a longer duration due to advancements in health care. The end of life stage is likened to other life course stages, with specific tasks and preparations needed for a smooth transition.