Bonnie Oddie

Bonnie Oddie, a storyteller and practicing Buddhist, shares a poignant and humor-infused account of her mother’s request for assisted suicide upon a dementia diagnosis. The conversation navigates the emotional complexities of love, autonomy, and family dynamics. Bonnie reflects on the transformative power of inner voice guided by Buddhist principles, while also discussing the profound implications of empathy and compassion in tough situations. She provides insights into the stark differences in assisted dying approaches between the UK and Switzerland.