Author: Mary Ann

The End of Life Paradox by Kenneth J. Doka, PhD.

Posted by Mary Ann | Jan 1, 2012 | Advance Care Planning |

It seems that whenever Marian visits her dad, he wants to go over certain things: where his will...

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Consider the Conversation

Posted by Mary Ann | Jan 1, 2012 | Advance Care Planning, Videos |

The following is a short PBS video clip of Consider the Conversation which examines multiple...

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Don’t Talk to Me About Death

Posted by Mary Ann | Jan 1, 2012 | Advance Care Planning |

The poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning uttered the word: “Beautiful” during her final breath. The...

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The Holidays

Posted by Mary Ann | Dec 22, 2011 | Tools |

“Don’t cry because it’s over, Smile because it happened.” -Dr. Seuss Holidays are joyful for most...

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Customs & Rituals

Posted by Mary Ann | Oct 24, 2011 | Diary |

During my travels, I encounter many different rituals, beliefs and customs surrounding death. Some...

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