How to Be a Better Human Why you should start thinking about death (w/ Alua Arthur)
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Jan 22, 2024 
Alua Arthur, a death doula, discusses the importance of thinking about death without fear. She shares insights on finding joy in everyday life, navigating emotional and spiritual decisions, and planning for death. The podcast explores the role of death doulas in supporting individuals and families, and provides tips on finding a death doula who aligns with your beliefs.
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Mindful Mortality
- Avoiding death makes it less likely for end-of-life wishes to be fulfilled.
- Alua Arthur encourages mindful presence until the very last breath.
What is a Death Doula?
- A death doula provides holistic, non-medical support to the dying and their families.
- They help with end-of-life planning, managing affairs, and emotional support.
Joy in Death
- Death is often viewed as somber, but it also encompasses joy, beauty, and laughter.
- Alua Arthur emphasizes the full spectrum of human experience present at the end of life.