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Episode 245: Talking About Death & Aging with Our Parents

Nov 10, 2023
The podcast explores the difficulty of accepting parents' aging and the inevitability of death. They discuss the taboo of discussing death in Chinese culture and the importance of communicating wishes about death and aging. The hosts share their experiences of talking to their siblings about aging and death, and reflect on the emotional aspects of these discussions. They also discuss the possibility of their parents living with them in the future and the challenges of finding suitable living arrangements.
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  • Normalizing discussions around aging can be healthy for everyone involved.
  • Planning for the future, including wills and financial management, is important.

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Conversation about Aging and Death

The podcast episode explores the topic of aging and death, discussing how it can be a difficult and taboo subject within families and cultures. The hosts share their own experiences and observations of their parents' aging, noticing physical changes and the need for additional medical check-ups. They discuss cultural differences in how aging and death are approached, with some families avoiding the topic altogether, while others engage in more open discussions. They also touch on the importance of planning for the future, including wills, financial management, and sharing wishes regarding funeral arrangements.

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