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Thanatology (DEATH & DYING) with Cole Imperi

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Oct 31, 2017
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INSIGHT

Dying Process Matters Most

  • Thanatology studies death and dying and emphasizes the dying process over the single moment of death.
  • Cole Imperi says the dying phase is richer and needs more attention.
INSIGHT

Water Cremation Explained

  • Alkaline hydrolysis (water cremation) uses water, heat, and lye to reduce the body to bone fragments.
  • Cole Imperi says it yields a dry mineral residue like cremation and is legal in several states.
ADVICE

Live Authentically Without Regret

  • Be yourself now instead of waiting.
  • Cole Imperi says authenticity deepens bonds and reduces end‑of‑life regret.
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