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Talking to Death

Talking to Death

Written by: Amy Storey and Andy Holtgreive
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 If you would rather experience death than talk about it, you aren't alone. But what if we all got more comfortable talking about death--our fears, our beliefs, our hopes, the legacy we want to leave behind? Then maybe we would each feel less alone when we're going through it. And be better prepared when we inevitably encounter grief and suffering--our own or someone else's. And it doesn't all have to be sadness and dirges played in minor chords. There is beauty and richness and plenty of humor to be had. Join the conversation as we talk to death so we can get on with life.2024 Self-Help Social Sciences Success
Episodes
  • Hanging Up On Death

    Hanging Up On Death
    Jun 17 2024

    Sometimes Death is whispering to you and you don't even realize it. This episode recounts, if not the closest of calls, one that was a little too close for comfort. And how different the death conversation becomes when the pronoun is "I" instead of "you" or "they."
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    34 mins
  • Extraordinary Measures

    Extraordinary Measures
    Jun 9 2024

    People pleasers, rise up! This is your chance to have things exactly your way. We talk about why advanced directives and advocacy are essential to think about now so when it's time for us to exit the stage, everything is as we want it to be. It's my death and I'm not going to take it lying down! (Unless I want to. Actually, I probably should; it will be more comfortable for me and everyone around me. Can everyone see OK? Should I reposition myself so you all have a good view?)

    • Respecting Choices
    • Where by Domestic Problems
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    38 mins
  • When Death Interrupts

    When Death Interrupts
    Jun 3 2024

    Teenage mental health problems and suicide are an epidemic and almost every person living with or loving a teenager has been affected. This is a personal tale of Amy and her daughter's struggle with suicidal ideation and gestures. It contains open discussion about suicide, which may be triggering to some. 988 is a great resource for people in crisis and those who love them. Please note: This was recorded in 2022 and the situation has tempered and evolved since then.

    • Teens in Crisis

    • Robbie's Hope

    • Duration of Suicidal Crises

    • Where by Domestic Problems
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    38 mins
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