The Stacking Benjamins Show How Alua Arthur Coped With Life on Her Way To The Top (SB1601)
16 snips
Nov 11, 2024 
In this engaging conversation, Alua Arthur, a death doula and keynote speaker, shares her insights on finding purpose through life and mortality. She discusses the importance of balancing financial goals with deeper life values and emphasizes pre-planning discussions about death to ease the burden on families. Alua also touches on the significance of storytelling and supporting others during their final moments. Additionally, the talk includes light-hearted anecdotes, financial wisdom, and reflections on the role of veterans in achieving financial stability.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Cuba Trip
- Alua Arthur's journey to becoming a death doula began with a trip to Cuba while struggling with depression and a mismatched legal career.
- There, a pivotal encounter with a woman facing cancer set her on a new path.
Meeting Jessica
- In Cuba, Alua met Jessica, a 36-year-old with uterine cancer, who was visiting her top six travel destinations before dying.
- Their 14-hour bus conversation, where Alua asked about Jessica's fears and life goals, was surprisingly profound.
Talking About Death
- People often avoid discussing death, considering it taboo.
- However, many individuals actually desire these conversations and need permission to express their feelings.
