Therapist Uncensored Podcast Facing Death, Finding Life: Conscious Dying with Dr. Aditi Sethi (268)
May 21, 2025
Dr. Aditi Sethi, a hospice physician and founder of the Center for Conscious Living & Dying, shares profound insights on death and dying. She emphasizes the healing power of presence and music in end-of-life care while exploring the concept of ecstatic dying. Dr. Sethi discusses the importance of preparing for death consciously, alongside the role of psychedelics in alleviating death-related fears. With a compassionate approach, she advocates for open conversations about mortality, highlighting our shared humanity in the face of the inevitable.
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Unique Death, Shared Humanity
- Approaching death is as unique as our fingerprint but the dying process is similar for all.
- Death reveals our shared humanity and unity consciousness at the bedside.
Aditi's Hospice Volunteering Start
- Aditi was drawn to death care volunteering in college through hospice exposure, aligning with her purpose.
- She witnessed stark contrasts between campus life and dying patients, learning presence dissolves insecurities.
Music's Role in Presence
- Music, especially devotional music, impacts presence and vibration, aiding deeper connection.
- Vibrational qualities help stabilize mindset and facilitate presence at the bedside and beyond.
no one – I see our shared humanity in those moments.”
Aditi Sethi, MD, is a hospice and palliative care physician, end-of-life doula, and the Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Conscious Living & Dying. She is dedicated to bridging the sacred and practical aspects of living and dying, offering compassionate, community-supported care that honors the dignity and interconnectedness of all beings. Featured in the forthcoming film The Last Ecstatic Days, Aditi is emerging as an integral voice or transforming our cultural understanding of dying, death, and bereavement care. Her recent TEDx talk in Asheville, NC, titled “The Art of Dying Before You Die”, reflects her passion for inspiring a holistic and sacred approach to the end-of-life journey. Her work is inspired by her Indian heritage, spiritual practices, and love for music as a tool for healing and transformation.
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