Death and How to Live It: Death Doula, Alua Arthur
09/03/24 • 60 min
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Alua Arthur joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom to explore the transformative power of embracing mortality. They delve into how contemplating death can bring clarity and meaning to life, the cultural taboos around discussing death, and the importance of preparing for the end of life. Alua shares personal stories and insights, revealing how facing death can be a pathway to living more fully.
Alua Arthur is a death doula, attorney, and founder of Going with Grace, an end-of-life planning organization that helps people navigate the process of dying with dignity. Her work involves providing emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and their families as they approach the end of life. She also offers education and training for others who want to become death doulas or better understand the dying process. Alua Arthur is known for her compassionate approach, blending legal expertise with a deep commitment to making death a more conscious, informed, and peaceful experience. She often speaks publicly and conducts workshops on topics related to death, dying, and grief.
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Alua Arthur joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom to explore the transformative power of embracing mortality. They delve into how contemplating death can bring clarity and meaning to life, the cultural taboos around discussing death, and the importance of preparing for the end of life. Alua shares personal stories and insights, revealing how facing death can be a pathway to living more fully.
Alua Arthur is a death doula, attorney, and founder of Going with Grace, an end-of-life planning organization that helps people navigate the process of dying with dignity. Her work involves providing emotional, spiritual, and practical support to individuals and their families as they approach the end of life. She also offers education and training for others who want to become death doulas or better understand the dying process. Alua Arthur is known for her compassionate approach, blending legal expertise with a deep commitment to making death a more conscious, informed, and peaceful experience. She often speaks publicly and conducts workshops on topics related to death, dying, and grief.
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Voicing Change Media
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