What can life and death teach us? 

 

Death is part of Life. Every day on planet Earth, 150,000 people die on average. No one is here forever. Including you and me. 

  

We all know this. However, facing death can still be the most challenging process one can go through. Instead of the society's way of avoidance and resistance, we should honor this human process, which each one of us will face one day. Why? Because awareness reduces fear.  

 

Death is not the opposite of life. It is part of life.  Our modern society tends to view death and dying as something abnormal, or worse, a "failure" viewed by the mainstream medical community.  Unfortunately, this  only adds unnecessary suffering to the dying and the family. 

 

Just like other phases of our life, e.g. growing up, getting married, having kids, retirement, etc. we should prepare and honor this transition of our life as well. It is never too late to tell someone we love them, or we forgive them.  We should also love and forgive ourselves, and to let go of expectations, regrets and things that we cannot change or have control over.   

 

Facing this life transition can bring fear and anxiety undoubtedly. Emily supports people with a terminal diagnosis or the loved ones who may experience fear and anxiety during this time.  Our fear is usually due to the unknown. Compassionate and honest conversations about life and death can be helpful in reducing some of the fear. 

  

At times, people just want someone to talk to because there is unfinished business, and that's okay too.

 

Or, often, we don't need any conversation, because a silent and calming presence is all we want.

 

Emily's years of experience in meditation and end-of-life work have offered much-needed comfort and support for those during transition. It is an honor and a privilege to accompany another brother or sister on the journey home.