Suzanne B. O’Brien here, The “Ask a Death Doula” Podcast is a bi-weekly show chronicling the Death Doula movement. We will interview leaders in this progressive movement from around the world as well as patients, families and Death Doulas. On today's episode of Ask a Death Doula, my guest is Justin M. Yopp, PhD. Justin Yopp [...]
Suzanne B. O’Brien here, I have been saying for a long time that people at the end of life can teach us everything about living if we would only listen to them. As a young hospice nurse, I was blown away by how much more enriched my life became after I started to work [...]
Suzanne B. O’Brien here, This past weekend, I had the absolute joy and honor of participating in the Reimagine Festival in San Francisco. It was a beautiful experience and filled with amazing people that share the common goal of making End of Life better for all. Reimagine is a nonprofit organization that facilitates public [...]
In this episode of "Ask a Death Doula," my guest, Kerrie Lee Brown and I talk about health, healing and the power of the word "No". We also announce the launch of RedLily August 2019! RedLily™ is a cool, new digital platform that celebrates real women, real-life experiences, and more. A place where women can turn their [...]
Based on the principles of The Doulagivers Life Class, In this podcast I share what it takes to truly live a happy and fulfilled life .I will share the incredible wisdom of those I have worked with at the end of life. I will share how all of what is being taught in this class [...]
Suzanne B. O’Brien here, People always ask me, “What makes a good death?” The answer: a good LIFE! But how do we have a good life? I’ve been developing a Doulagivers Life Class to share education, skills and inspiration on how to individually create a healthier and happier life, and to collectively come together on a global [...]
In this episode of "Ask a Death Doula," my guest, award winning New York Times journalist John Leland will talk about his latest book and what it truly means to be happy. This book is an extraordinary look at what it means to grow old and is a heartening guide to well-being. Happiness is a Choice You Make, weaves together the [...]
Planning for end-of-life is perhaps one of the most uncomfortable things to do for many people. It is usually the last thing on our minds when we are healthy and more concerned about who will be playing in the Super Bowl this year or if we forgot to call someone on their birthday. Unfortunately, this [...]
In the third installment of Ask a Death Doula, we will be discussing how to have The End Of Life Conversation (what you would like at the end of life) with your family and healthcare proxy and why it is important. A few months ago, I received an email from an elderly woman in upstate [...]
In the second installment of Ask a Death Doula, we will be discussing the topic of forgiveness and how Death Doulas can help patients and families give and receive it. Forgiveness is the path to unconditional love. It is a vital component to both patients and families to have a positive end of life experience. [...]
