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Transforming Life Through Death Awareness with Alua Arthur: Grief Processing, Nihilism, & Mass Deaths
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Join us in this enlightening conversation with Alua Arthur, a death doula who transforms the way we think about the end of life. Alua shares her journey from a practicing lawyer to becoming a death doula and guiding people as they face their mortality, whether their own or that of a loved one. Discover how confronting death can bring clarity and intention to living, and explore the emotional and spiritual nuances of dying. We also talk about coping with mass tragedies, discussion death with children, and how consciously embracing the idea of your own mortality plays well with a nihilistic mindset. Alua's insights challenge us to reconsider our perspectives on life, death, and everything in between. Whether you're dealing with grief, curious about the role of a death doula, or seeking a deeper appreciation for life, this episode offers a compassionate and comprehensive look at embracing our ultimate journey.
SHOWNOTES -
00:00:00 - Guest and episode introduction
00:02:15 - Alua’s journey to becoming a death doula and an overview of the role
00:05:15 - Exploring societal discomfort with death and the importance of discussing it
00:08:15 - How Alua's personal experiences enhance her sensitivity in her role
00:09:25 - the mission behind Alua’s book, Briefly Perfectly Human
00:10:00 - The transformative impact of confronting mortality
00:12:22 - Philosophies for finding peace with the inevitability of death
00:14:20 - Navigating the complex emotions in mourning someone you have unresolved issues with
00:18:05 - Discussing how a nihilistic view can lead to a more meaningful life
00:24:40 - Holding space for someone without adding your own emotions to the mix
00:28:20 - Sign of emotional burn out
00:31:00 - Various approaches to grieving and emotional processing
00:35:15 - explaining death to children and what not to do
00:38:30 - dealing with mass tragedy and collective grief
00:49:10 - Finding magic in everyday moments
00:52:35 - Alua’s Book and why it’s a must-read
CONNECT WITH ALUA ARTHUR -
Briefly Perfectly Human: Making An Authentic Life By Getting Real About The End - https://www.harpercollins.com/pages/alua-arthur
Website - https://goingwithgrace.com/
Alua's Ted Talk - https://www.ted.com/talks/alua_arthur_why_thinking_about_death_helps_you_live_a_better_life
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