“How people approach death is probably as unique as our fingerprint…. and yet the actual dying process is very similar” – Aditi Sethi

Dr. Aditi Sethi, the founder of the Center for Conscious Living and Dying, shares her profound journey into the realm of death and dying. She discusses the importance of presence, the healing power of music, and challenges faced in community-based end-of-life care. Alongside Sue Marriott, they explore the profound themes surrounding death and dying, emphasizing the importance of embracing death to enhance life. From concepts like ecstatic dying to the role of psychedelics in alleviating fear of death, Aditi shares insights from her experiences as a death doula.

“When I think about the great equalizer that is death – that spares no one – I see our shared humanity in those moments.”

– Aditi Sethi

Time Stamps for Facing Death, Finding Life: Conscious Dying with Dr. Aditi Sethi (268)

6:06 The role of presence in end-of-life care
18:11 Training volunteers for end-of-life care
25:21 Challenges in community-based care
32:01 Ecstatic dying: Transformative experiences at the end of life
38:03 Conscious dying: Preparing for the inevitable
45:20 The gifts of death: Transformative moments

About our Guest – Dr. Aditi Sethi

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.

Resources for Facing Death, Finding Life: Conscious Dying with Dr. Aditi Sethi (268)

The Art of Dying – Aditi Seth’s Ted Talk

The Last Ecstatic Days – Documentary featuring Dr. Sethi

aditimusic.com – Aditi’s music website and information

aditisethimd.com – Aditi’s website and resources

Report on the Lancet Commission on the Value of Death: bringing death back into life – Paper recommend by Dr. Sethi

Other Relevant TU Episodes

https://therapistuncensored.com/episodes/embodied-dying-embracing-the-sacred-union-between-life-death-253/

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