Suzanne B. O’Brien, RN

In this thought-provoking discussion, Suzanne O’Brien, an end-of-life expert and hospice nurse, shares insights gained from guiding over 1,000 people through their final moments. She emphasizes that confronting mortality can lead to resilience, forgiveness, and clarity. The conversation explores how practices like gratitude and emotional reconciliation not only enhance well-being but also influence physical health and longevity. O’Brien also discusses the role of compassionate care in navigating death and the transformative lessons it offers for living purposefully.

Suzanne O’Brien, a hospice and oncology nurse, sheds light on the often-overlooked financial realities of dying in America. She reveals how costs of long-term care can decimate savings, sharing a shocking story about a couple with $5 million facing devastating expenses. Suzanne highlights alternative, affordable end-of-life options like home wakes and water cremation. She emphasizes the importance of having wills and proactive planning to alleviate stress for loved ones, while also touching on the emotional aspects of dying.

In this conversation, Suzanne B. O’Brien, RN, a hospice and oncology nurse and founder of Doulagivers Institute, offers profound insights on embracing death. She delves into the four biggest regrets people share at the end of life, emphasizing that forgiveness is key to healing. O’Brien advocates for open dialogues about death and living intentionally to avoid regret. She highlights the role of death doulas in providing compassionate end-of-life care, ultimately reimagining death as a journey filled with peace and purpose.