I was a Teenage Fundamentalist. An Exvangelical podcast. 103 - Death with Zenith Virago
Jul 5, 2024
Zenith Virago, a Deathwalker, discusses embracing diversity in end-of-life beliefs and the transformative power of love and courage when facing death. She reflects on childhood moments of gender discrimination and the importance of personalized end-of-life rituals. The episode touches on challenging societal norms and supporting individuals through the dying process with compassion.
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Belief Diversity Around The Body
- Regardless of beliefs, the physical body dies and most people feel something leaves it.
- Zenith stays open to all beliefs and honours them in care and ceremony.
Children See The Absence Clearly
- Children at open-coffin ceremonies often recognise the body as empty and say things like 'he's not there'.
- Zenith notes kids see absence plainly and can teach adults about the difference between body and person.
Turn Fear Into Specific Questions
- Transform fear into specific concerns by asking what part of dying worries someone.
- Use dialogue to identify practical needs and co-create a plan for the dying person and family.