The Mel Robbins Podcast

Life Lessons From a Hospice Doctor: You Have It Completely Backwards

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Aug 1, 2024
In this enlightening discussion, Dr. Zach Bush, a triple board-certified physician specializing in hospice care, shares transformative insights from working with those facing the end of life. He emphasizes the value of embracing mortality to live more intentionally, discussing the regrets people express as they near death. Dr. Bush also reveals his own near-death experience, which reshaped his perspective on life and health. Highlighting practices like breath work and nature engagement, he encourages listeners to confront their fears and pursue authentic living.
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ANECDOTE

Dr. Bush's Near-Death Experience

  • In 2010, Dr. Zach Bush had a near-death experience after passing out while driving.
  • He woke up in a river, feeling a sense of bliss and wholeness, only to find his car had mysteriously crashed there.
INSIGHT

Wholeness in Near-Death Experiences

  • Near-death experiences reveal our inherent wholeness, a state of complete being.
  • This wholeness is always present, but we often cling to external things out of a perceived sense of incompleteness.
ADVICE

Recognizing Moments of Wholeness

  • Embrace moments that evoke goosebumps, as they signify a connection to your true self.
  • These moments offer glimpses of wholeness and can be found in interactions with children, nature, or inspiring words.
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