Let's Talk Near Death Conversations with Hospice worker Paul Smith
Sep 26, 2022
Paul Smith, a dedicated hospice worker with nearly 20 years of experience and a seasoned meditation practitioner, shares his profound insights into the end-of-life journey. He discusses the spiritual connections that emerge as patients approach death and the importance of embracing conversations about mortality. Paul reflects on the emotional complexities faced by patients, the transformative moments of letting go, and the serene energy that often accompanies final moments. His stories highlight the beauty and depth of the dying process.
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Path to Hospice
- Paul Smith's journey into hospice care began with a chance encounter.
- Years after a friend mentioned hospice work, he met someone visiting a dying person, inspiring him to join Mission Hospice.
Ignoring the Inevitable
- People avoid discussing death due to fear of the unknown and uncertainty.
- We often ignore the inevitability of aging and death, clinging to a false sense of certainty and control.
Biggest Fears
- The two biggest fears are aging and death, despite their inevitability.
- This fear often leads to a life lived in apprehension, avoiding the unavoidable.