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Reflections and resources for being with impermanence

Gathered from the field & shared with care

Victoria Garcia Victoria Garcia

Why Doula Care is Essential at the End of Life

End-of-life doulas have been around for centuries, but their role in modern healthcare is relatively new and often misunderstood. Why is it so important to a have a doula during death & dying? What exactly do we do?

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Victoria Garcia Victoria Garcia

The Ancient Practice of Contemplating Death

In a modern world that conceals death behind the walls of institutions, we have been disconnected from powerful ancient practices that helped humans befriend & embrace mortality.

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The Intelligence of Death Anxiety

What if our existential fears are pointing us towards a deeper, fuller understanding of our true nature? There is a deeper intelligence to death anxiety that is often overlooked.

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Mortality as a Path to Liberation

To contemplate death is to turn towards life. While our culture instills fear about the end of the physical body, embracing the truth of impermanence invites us to awaken to presence, gratitude, and the interconnectedness of all beings..

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The Mysteries of Active Dying

What happens as the body begins to die? The moment of death has been the subject of much mythology throughout human history. The mystery of death provides potent opportunity to expand our perceptions of “reality” and make meaning of our existence.

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A Guide to Natural Burials

Natural burials are reemerging as a meaningful alternative to industrialized funeral practices. Intended as a starting point, this guide delves into the legalities, logistics, and spiritual dimensions of returning your body to the Earth.

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