Embracing Conversations on Death with India Wallace

October 08, 2024 00:20:48
Embracing Conversations on Death with India Wallace
Community Conversations
Embracing Conversations on Death with India Wallace

Oct 08 2024 | 00:20:48

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Show Notes

This week we are joined by India Wallace from Pure Land of Amitabha Buddha Hospice!

India Wallace, Spiritual Executive Officer of Pure Land of Amitabha Buddha Hospice, discusses the importance of addressing death-related taboos and how open conversations can ease fear and anxiety around the topic. She highlights the need for proactive planning, from funeral arrangements to legal matters, to help families navigate difficult times with less stress.

India also talks about the value of compassionate care in managing grief and supporting those nearing the end of life. Her goal is to create more opportunities for people to engage in meaningful discussions about death, life, and the role of hospice in the community. India previews the upcoming Death Festival on October 12, 2024, at Centennial Park. The event seeks to break taboos surrounding death, offering resources on grief, funeral planning, and legal matters

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