Jackie Miller, a strong-willed mother, shocked her son Scott with her end-of-life decision. They discuss her independent life choices and her journey towards voluntary assisted death in Switzerland. The podcast captures their deep bond, love, and the complexities of autonomy.
Jackie lived life on her own terms, impacting her relationships deeply.
Scott supported Jackie's decision of voluntary assisted death, reflecting their strong bond.
Deep dives
Jackie's Determination to Live Life on Her Own Terms
Jackie Miller's life was a reflection of living with conviction and making decisions on her terms, culminating even in the decision of how she would die. Her approach to life impacted her close relationships, like her son Scott, who respected her decisions despite the challenges they posed.
Revealing Life-Changing Family Secrets
In their StoryCorps interviews, Jackie disclosed significant life events to Scott, including her past pregnancy and adoption, and her unconditional acceptance of Scott's identity when he came out as gay. Their bond fostered open communication and deep understanding between them.
Jackie's Courageous Decision and Scott's Resilience
As Jackie neared the end of her life at 88, not being terminally ill in the U.S., she chose voluntary assisted death in Switzerland. Scott supported her decision, highlighting their strong bond. Facing grief after her passing, Scott's realization that grief evolves within oneself reflects the profound impact of their relationship and conversations.
Jackie Miller and her son, Scott Miller, always shared everything with each other, even if it was hard. Scott knew his mother wanted to live life on her own terms, but he wasn't prepared for how she wanted to end it.
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