Death is My Life

Send us Fan Mail From hastening death, to morphine use, there are many stigmas that hospice care has associated with it. In this episode of Death is My Life, I help debunk these myths and explain the realities.  Support the show Thank you for being here. Death Is My Life is a space for honest conversations about grief, spirituality, and finding meaning in life’s tender moments. If this episode res...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share what I learned about Death with Dignity in Oregon.  Support the show Thank you for being here. Death Is My Life is a space for honest conversations about grief, spirituality, and finding meaning in life’s tender moments. If this episode resonated with you, I invite you to join me on Patreon —a private membership where your contributions help this show live...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Death Is My Life , we explore what happens after death through real experiences, spiritual insight, and the unseen connections that continue beyond this life. From signs and synchronicities to personal encounters with the afterlife, this conversation gently opens the door to a new perspective on grief, loss, and what it means to truly live. If you’ve ever wonder...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Death Is My Life , I sit down with Dawn Michele Jackson, a nurse who spent nearly three decades in healthcare before making a powerful shift into grief recovery work. Dawn shares how years of working with patients—especially veterans—showed her that physical illness is often deeply connected to unresolved grief, life transitions, and emotional trauma. After expe...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Death Is My Life , I sit down with Thomas, my family member, for a raw, unforgettable conversation about his clinical journey. Thomas began his career in 1977 as a Navy Corpsman at Camp Pendleton Naval Hospital, where he worked in the ICU and first witnessed the devastating deaths caused by alcoholism and liver failure. He shares a shocking story from a January...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is another hospice nurse download of information for anyone going through the final stages with a loved one. I share the clinical signs and symptoms that a person may experience and how your hospice team will likely implement to help alleviate distressing symptoms.  The medications discussed in this episode are to be used under the direction of a physician only, with...

Send us Fan Mail As my 40th birthday approaches, I have been reflecting on past experiences and perceptions that have helped develop who I am today.  In this episode, I am joined by Madeline, Ian and Jimmy- all former guests- in a group discussion abut aging, finding self, personal strengths. We have a funny, yet surprisingly deep conversation about milestones, growing up, marriage, friendships, c...

Send us Fan Mail As a hospice nurse, I’ve sat with many people in their final moments — and I’m often faced with the same question: what really happens when we die? In this episode, I have a thoughtful conversation with someone who has spent years reflecting on that age old question from both scientific and spiritual perspectives. We talk about creation, consciousness, the life force that seems to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I talk with Diane, a near-death experiencer who drowned during a rafting accident and describes watching the scene from above before traveling through a “warp drive” realm of light, color, and a crystal-like library of knowledge. We explore her life review, her return to life, and how she now paints her visions into abstract, meditative artwork to help others feel...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Death Is My Life , I sit down with Akhila Murphy, a trained end-of-life doula and the founding director of Full Circle of Living and Dying , a volunteer-based nonprofit serving Northern California. From the very beginning of my conversation with Akhila, I realized how little I truly knew about end-of-life doulas. We talk about what end-of-life doulas actually do...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I share the hospice overview that I give all our new and interested patients. I discuss what hospice services offer, the team aspect and the comfort medications, equipment and education. I teach about when it is appropriate for hospice services to start and what to expect from your team.  Support the show Thank you for being here. Death Is My Life is a space for h...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I meet with the astronomer and physicist, the wonderful Jeffery Stein, to discuss his ever-lasting quest to find evidence of God. He shares stories about his non-religious upbringing within the Jewish temple, including an early memory of questioning the validity of biblical teachings directly to the rabbi. He shares a compelling account of God-like signs while in...

Send us Fan Mail Every January, millions of people set New Year's resolutions- only to abandon them within weeks. In this episode, we explore why traditional New Year's resolutions fail and how they may be out of alignment with out natural rhythms, nervous systems and deeper needs.  Rather than pushing hustle-based goals, strict diets, or sudden self-reinvention, this conversation invite...

Send us Fan Mail TRIGGER WARNING: In this episode we discuss suicide. If you or anyone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, please seek help immediately. United States- you can call or text 988 any time for help.  International Support- http://www.opencounseling.com/suicide-hotlines of your local health authority  In this conversation, I sit down with David (a veteran and therapist in train...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Death Is My Life, I sit down with Jimmy for an honest conversation about grief, leadership, and what it really means to hold it together when loss is part of everyday life. We talk about how grief shows up differently for everyone — especially for caregivers, leaders, and those who feel pressure to stay strong for others. Jimmy shares his experience navigating l...

Send us Fan Mail The Winter Solstice marks the longest night of the year and deeply affects mood, health, and energy. In this episode, we explore how darkness impacts mental health, simple ways to support yourself through the season, and how ancient civilizations honored the solstice through sacred monuments and alignments. Support the show Thank you for being here. Death Is My Life is a space for...

Send us Fan Mail Trigger Warning: This episode contains foul language as well as stories of trauma and abuse. Please listen with caution.  In part 2, Cloud reveals what daily life, jobs, and marriage with alters look like and the additional impact mental illness has upon grief. Listen to Part 1 (episode 15) to get the background prior to listening to this part.  Support the show Thank you for bein...

Send us Fan Mail Trigger Warning: This episode contains adult language and sensitive material about abuse. Mature audiences only, please. In this episode, I sit down with Cloud- one of the masculine alters of Amber, who lives with Dissociative Identity Disorder. Cloud shares the story of how their mind fractured in response to childhood trauma and how their pleural system navigates every day life,...

Send us Fan Mail The holidays don’t always feel joyful—especially when grief, loss, or overwhelm are present. In this episode, The Grinch, Grief, and Reclaiming the Holidays , I reflect on the classic Dr. Seuss story and how it mirrors the way many of us experience the season when meaning gets buried beneath pressure and expectation. Through personal stories and gentle insight, I share practical a...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I’m joined by Nirantara Dasa , who shares the core principles of Hare Krishna philosophy. We explore their views on the afterlife, reincarnation, and the sacred rituals surrounding death. This episode offers a compassionate and insightful look at how another spiritual path understands our purpose — and what comes after. To learn more about my guest, please visit w...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with my former boss, Ian, for a heartfelt and thought-provoking conversation about his experience with death throughout his work in senior living, and his spiritual beliefs — many of which challenge the norms of his own religious community. Ian brings his usual charm, humor, and bold honesty, even in the moments when we disagree. Join us for an episode...

Send us Fan Mail Join me for a heart felt story about when my intuition saved my life. Support the show Thank you for being here. Death Is My Life is a space for honest conversations about grief, spirituality, and finding meaning in life’s tender moments. If this episode resonated with you, I invite you to join me on Patreon —a private membership where your contributions help this show live and gr...

Send us Fan Mail Prior to this interview, Madeline expressed desire not to discuss the loss of her loving support dog, as she thought she would not be able to discuss it without an emotional breakdown. I watched as she herself brought the subject up. Her loving eyes turned eyes red, moist and big, as she relived not only the trauma, but the events that brought them together, and how he has stuck w...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what happens to our consciousness after we die?   In this episode, we explore beliefs of ancient cultures surrounding the afterlife. In this brief, but informative episode, I summarize the journeys these cultures believed their souls took after the death of the physical bodies, as well as pertinent burial rituals, which often affected the soul's ascension.  Suppor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with Michelle, a Medium, and the heart behind Redbird Readings. We explore the journey of discovering intuitive abilities and connecting with the spirit world. Michelle shares how her psychic abilities first emerged, pivotal moments that confirmed her path, and the ways she learned to trust the messages she receives.  She offers moving stories about com...