While We're Still Here
We will be discussing dying, death, and how to share our thoughts about end of life choices. We can share our wishes, fears, and concerns about asking tough questions to get the conversation going with our people. We can work at leaving nothing unsaid with those we love. Let's discuss how to live for today knowing that we all will die.
Episodes
Hello! During my time off I have continued learning, and the learning included the benefits of reflection. Not rumination - Reflection. Reflecting on experiences or conversations can spark an idea or emotion. These reflections may propel you forward. They could teach you a different way of thinking or behaving. They can also open a window that had long been closed. Listen to my reflection about my dear friend Nan.
After a break since July, I am happy to say I have made adjustments in my life and I want to continue our death conversations. I have an interview coming up I know you'll enjoy. This is what I want to do. I want to share with you all the things I hear about dying and death. Can we talk?
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
Starting wit...
I am not saying goodbye today. I am saying so long for now. I didn't realize how quickly this day would arrive but here I am. Please reach out to me through my email or Facebook or LinkedIn. I'll be around in one form or another. Pausing feels right. I hope you understand.
Have a question or topic you'd like to explore? I'm still here....
While We're Still Here (Facebook)
Boy, what a tough few days I have had. There has been a lot of emotion churning inside me. I'll let you listen, but here are some key points in my mind that I want to get across to you:
1. We hope to always have our memories, and therefore we buy things to memorialize special occasions or events, hoping that somehow the stuff will allow us to recapture the feelings from that event or occasion - to take us bac...
They're coming. We can't stop them. Change happens. How will you face change?
Winds of Change, song by The Scorpions
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the sco...
This is not a repeat episode but a repeat topic with a bonus - more updated information for us to consider as we age and face our end of life.
While We're Still Here Episode dated 09/20/2023 "Are You Living Your Last Decade? How Would You Know That?"
https://peterattiamd.com/start-here/
https://www.selfauthoring.com/
Snail mail that is. For years now, email has replaced old-fashioned "snail mail", which itself has been shadowed by the faster communication options such as texting and so on. Nonetheless, sometimes, receiving a written letter brings familiar memories.
Listen to how Postal Service for the Dead helps us stay connected to ones we've lost.
https://sleepysue.studio/ look up workshops
I'm learning that I keep learning everyday. I'm sharing some of that learning today and hope to inspire you all to grab learning where you can get it. I learn professionally, of course. In my life and relationships, I appreciate the opportunities to learn because, positive or negative, there are nuggets for me to take into new situations and old ones.
https://fivewishes.org
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Here are some facts that I consider to be important reminders that we have work to do before we die.
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score.
The logo artwork was prov...
Dr. Mandar Kataria thinks so, and many professionals agree. In the grief space, being able to find my laugh again was a big step forward to healing. Recently in a webinar, a doula mentioned laughter yoga. I marked that in my notes. I looked it up and signed up for an online class. How was it? Listen in...
https://laughteryoga.org
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Susan is a woman you won't forget. Here's her story....BUT THERE IS A WARNING:
Adult topics like suicide are mentioned. Please call 988 if you or someone you share this with may be struggling and want to speak with someone who can help.
This episode has so many nuggets I don't want you to miss any of them. Here is a list of nuggets I hope you can find in this episode:
mamma bear, des...
I found this piece and wanted to share it with you all. Many of us are familiar with the stages of grief Dr. Kubler Ross established for terminally ill patients. What you'll hear in this episode may validate some feelings around grief.
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was co...
Standby for tears today.
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score.
The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush Pouch - maddelinesplushpouch@gmail.com
This won't be a deep dive into tissue and organ donation, more like a comparison to whole body donation. I have also included some facts that I believe are important and crucial to anyone considering this method of body disposition. Important links are included below:
Eye donation:
https://www.eyedonation.org/
Yes! I hadn't considered this as a green option for body disposition, but it checks the boxes so far as I have learned.
https://www.ohsu.edu/body-donation
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. R...
There are companies turning our loved ones' bodies into soil. Check it out.
https://earthfuneral.com
https://recompose.life
https://returnhome.com
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. R...
Many people I speak to have asked me about the idea of a body becoming a tree. Pretty cool concept since our collective conscience is becoming aware of greenhouse gases and toxic pollutants. Maybe this is the answer! Not so fast....
The designers of a body becoming a tree: Capsula Mundi
https://www.capsulamundi.it/en/
https://www.thelivingurn.com
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How many times have we said that? How many times have we said that and still didn't do something? How many times did we miss our chance to reach out - forever?
That can be a heavy thought to have in your brain. The heaviness can lead to action:
to not miss out on moments when the image of someone you are missing pops into your head and you think you should call, or text.
Listen and read my blog: https://...
Let's start talking green burial. First off, you may want to find a cemetery that follows green practices. The best way to find that is to look at the Green Burial Council website. Their directory lists certified cemeteries by their criteria, by state.
https://greenburialcouncil.org/cemeteries.html
Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com
Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com
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April 16 is the day! You can complete an Advance Directive and Power of Attorney for Healthcare any day, but why not take advantage of this national day? Look for an event near you. I am planning an event in my area and I am so excited to see how many folks will attend to learn more about this important task.
https://prepareforyourcare.org
https://fivewishes.org
https://theconversationproject.org
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