Gearing Up with a Death Doula - The Road Less Traveled
Hey Riders,
February 16th, we kicked the throttle on the third leg of our epic 8-week LinkedIn Live journey, "Chronicles of a Death Doula," where we're exploring the untold paths of end-of-life care. Taking cues from Stephen Jenkinson's "Die Wise" and Katie Butler's "The Art of Dying Well," we revved into the crucial gear of communication, embracing the final ride with open hearts and minds. Here’s the lowdown on the ride and the essential insights we shared.
Full Throttle into Communication
We're ready to take on the road to understanding end-of-life care together. We navigated the twists and turns of effective communication, highlighting the importance of empathy, active listening, and the bravery needed to face our own mortality and share these thoughts with our circle.
Ride Highlights and Key Takeaways
1. The Open Road of Dialogue: We emphasized the power of kicking off conversations about end-of-life wishes with our loved ones and healthcare teams. Echoing Katie Butler, breaking the silence around death isn't just about facing the end; it's about how we ride out the final chapters.
2. Wisdom from the Road with Steven Jenkinson: Tapping into "Die Wise," we explored how accepting death isn't the end but a rite of passage into authentic personhood, enriching our journey and understanding of life's ultimate destination.
3. Ceremonies and Milestones: Reflecting on the significance of ceremonies in marking life's major milestones, we discussed how incorporating rituals in the context of death can help navigate the journey of loss and acceptance.
4. Navigating Roadblocks to Communication: We tackled common barriers, from societal taboos to personal discomfort, sharing tactics to overcome these and ensure meaningful exchanges about the ride towards life's end.
5. The Essence of Being There: Through stories from the road and expert insights, we highlighted the impact of simply being there for those in their final miles, offering our full presence and an open ear to their experiences, fears, and wishes.
Prevent Burnout Pit Stop
Don't miss our special pit stop with Dr. Ed Leshin on February 20th, where we dove into tackling caregiver burnout with Dr. Ed's personal energy training and legacy planning insights.
Perfect for healthcare professionals, event planners, HR managers, and caregivers seeking resilience and well-being in caregiving. Here's the replay
Your Stories Fuel Our Ride
Your engagement and stories make this series more than a ride—it's a shared journey. Our dive into communication shed light on the importance of having those hard talks about death and built a community of support and understanding.
Don't Miss This Gear-Up Offer
Remember to check out the special free bonus, LIFE CELEBRATION & LEGACY PLANNING WORKBOOK, which we're offering for a limited time—a beginner toolkit to empower you as you navigate this journey, confront mortality, and enhance communication around end-of-life care. Grab the link here or in my bio.
Ride On to the Next Chapter
Let's keep the momentum going, sharing the road and learning together: ??Share, and comment. Your journey towards a deeper understanding and connection in facing life's ultimate conversations continues. Catch you on Friday, March 1st @ 2 pm Eastern time for our next session, "Empowering Legacy: Navigating End-of-Life Choices", where we'll explore how to prepare for the final leg of the ride.
Ride safe, ride strong,
Michelle