271: Nikki the Death Doula on Why Talking About Dying Makes Life Better

What if talking about death actually helped us live better?

In this powerful episode of the Gratitude Geek Podcast, host Kandas Rodarte sits down with Nikki Smith, an INELDA-certified death doula and grief coach, to explore the often-avoided topic of dying—and why it's time to stop pretending we’ll live forever.

Nikki shares:

• How a death doula supports the dying and their loved ones

• What practical tools—like checklists—can ease grief and prevent family conflict

• Why casseroles aren’t the only way to help a grieving friend

• How talking openly about death can help us appreciate life more

• What midlife women in business need to know about legacy and medical advocacy

Whether you're planning for yourself or a loved one, this episode is your permission slip to start the conversation—because the business of dying is very much about how we choose to live.

Listen in and learn:

• The surprising role of a death doula

• How to prepare for end-of-life with intention

• What to do before the casseroles start showing up

Connect with Nikki the Death Doula

• Website: https://www.nikkithedeathdoula.com/
• Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/1lYa9JYPS4DCemfvClnNmC?si=2c37680712be4082 
• Show Notes: https://kandasrodarte.com/271

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