Dying Your Way

Listen to Claire O’Berry, certified End of Life Doula and Dying Your Way podcast host. Listen to the Dying Your Way story and the role of End of Life Doula explained. Is it possible to have a good death free of fear, pain and anxiety? Absolutely, with the knowledgeable support and guidance of a trained End of Life Doula and wholistic, palliative care. Paradigms will shift for those with a li...

While life expectancy has doubled over the last 100 years, our systems are not set up to meet the demands required at the end of life.  Hear hospice RN and international doula trainer, Suzanne O’Brien, address obstacles to good end of life care, what will improve the quality of dying by 80-90%, and the silver linings available to us during Covid 19. Find out more about Suzanne here: htt...

Molly Reynolds documents the “story of the story” of an Australian icon, in her award-winning film, My Name is Gulpilil. David Gulpilil is an Aboriginal actor, dancer, artist worthy of the many awards he has received from his Hollywood peers to the Queen of England. Molly captures in her films raw, mesmerizing insights into an indigenous world that has been forced to assimilate while r...

Susan Goldie is the National Lead for End of Life Strategy for CCNB Limited, as it merges with the iconic Groundswell Project, which has led advocacy on better choices on death and dying in Australia since 2010. Susan is a leader making a difference with a vision to reclaim death as a shared community event and remove existing silos. She sees all Australians connected to quality, end of life provi...

Rev Cress Darwin, pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church of Charleston, South Carolina, discusses many spiritual and practical matters on death and dying. He shares the unique perspective of a loving, inclusive community who were rocked by the senseless shooting at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in 2015. The power of forgiveness and the love of neighbors are lessons we can all ap...

Jill Brattain has become an ALS advocate after losing her husband, Dave, to ALS in 2019. Also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is 100% fatal with no hope and no cure. Jill shares her amazing journey as Dave’s spouse and caregiver. She marvels that even with a terminal illness, joy is present. With excellent palliative care and a team of caring professi...

Elysium Cruise Residence is a luxury, innovative solution to aged care for those who need staged levels of care at the end of life. This is an alternative to land-locked assisted living and aged care …. on the high seas! Listen to Andre Sidler and Avril Hanna speak about their passion and solution to give empowerment, dignity and independence to an aging population in need of special levels...

Everyone knows Elizabeth Kubler Ross, author of 24 books, most famously, On Death and Dying describing the 5 stages of grief. Her son, Ken Ross, is the Founder and President of the non-profit, EKR Foundation that keeps her legacy alive. Because of his tireless efforts, a new generation embraces death honestly and compassionately. The EKR Foundation has global outreach with 10 international chapter...

Going through a traumatic experience was the impetus for Moniquea Spiteri to become a voice for change. As a psychotherapist she specializes in those suffering with PTSD and addiction. Her wholistic approach to mental suffering supports hundreds to recover and grow after intense grief and trauma. Listen to her personal and first-hand accounts of post traumatic growth! Connect with Moniquea Spiteri...

Hospice and oncology nurse, Michelle Lasota, is featured in the heartwarming documentary, The Nurse with the Purple Hair, by renowned film director Sean Cunningham. She is just one of the kindness human beings you’ll meet in the death and dying community. Full of wisdom and compassion, hear this discussion on hospice in America and end of life care. Connect with Michelle here -  https:/...

What do you do when you are given 0% chance of living beyond 18 months? Learn how Executive Coach, Di Foster, takes a grim prognosis and turns it into a LIFE sentence and “radical remission”. This is a story of pragmatic hope and intense gratitude that teaches us all how to live life more fully. Connect with Di Foster here: https://www.difoster.com/ https://www.facebook.com/difoster.li...

Dipka Delmenico is a modern woman with ancient wisdom. We explore Ayurvedic principles that can be applied to the end of life. Dipika is practical, heart-warming and wise. She teaches us to practice self-love and wellness at every life stage up until our last breath. See the links to her website and Amazon to purchase her book, The Ayurvedic Woman. https://www.dipikadelmenico.com https://www.amazo...

Jennifer O’Brien, author of The Hospice Doctor’s Widow: A Journal, explores love and loss, pain and recovery, grief and the light at the end of the tunnel - as well as creativity as a healing tool. Jennifer has helped thousands live and love more fully by sharing her wisdom as a family caregiver and widow. https://www.hospicedrswidow.com     Join the Dying Your Way conversation on our FaceBook gro...

David Sylvester Jr shares his story of caring for his mother while navigating his personal life and artistic career. Through his docuseries TERMINAL he uses his skills as a film documentarian and musician to give a gift of love to a mother in her final stage of life. Listen to this poignant interview and find the docuseries at  https://www.tdsband.com/terminal .  Also enjoy the full song MAMA feat...

Death Over Dinner founder, Michael Hebb,  shares his inspiration and insight into the taboo subject of death. Through his many conversations with leaders of the death positive movement and his own personal experience, Michael has created an engaging way to have death be the topic of conversation. He talks about tools that shine a light on the repressive way we view death while giving us guidance o...

Toni Reilly is Australia #1 internationally recognized past life Regression Specialist. Claire and Toni discuss her work and the possibility of peace at the end of life knowing we have been here before and will come again. We are here to learn loving lessons along the way. Toni’s intuitive approach to personal transformation helps people reach their potential, and to live and die with confidence a...

Medical paperwork designed to protect your end of life choices when you can no longer speak for yourself are often misinterpreted ….. by a lot! The creator of MIDEO, Dr Fred Mirarchi explains the need for a video recording, MIDEO (My Informed Decision on Video) to avoid confusion and errors by EMTs, nurses, doctors and families when one faces an emergency medical situation. Good advice during the...

Dr Sarah Moore provides integrated medicine to her patients and explores the hope for all people no matter their age or stage to receive holistic care as a matter of course. Sarah is promoting the Southwest Wellness Symposium October 31, 2020 sponsored by Holistic Health Network. Claire will be a keynote speaker for the event addressing specifically, holistic end of life care. https://www.drsarahm...

Kimberley C. Paul has been Bridging the Gap as the title of her book suggests, encouraging truthful conversations around life and death. Kimberly left her job, cashed in her retirement and bought an RV to travel the United States to hear stories about the taboo subject of death. In the Live Well - Die Well Tour, Kimberley inspired others to share deep and meaningful conversations on the topic and...

The well-known Australian comedienne, Jean Kittson, shares her stories and thoughts on 20 years as part of the Sandwich Generation. Her best selling book We Need to Talk About Mum and Dad shines a light on the taboo subject of elder abuse along with some lighter moments that bring hope and practical solutions to those helping and protecting their elderly parents. To find out more about Jean Kittso...

This interview with Stephen Jenkinson is required listening … not once … not twice, but three times. It is a hard realization to accept all our concepts about death, and the culture around the dying have been squandered to remove us from life’s greatest lesson … how to die. Stephen is an author of numerous books, like Die Wise and Come of Age:The Case of Elderhood in a Time of Trouble. He has a Ma...

Peter and Elizabeth Fenwick are known for groundbreaking work in NDE (near death experiences) and reincarnation. Peter is an internationally renowned neuropsychiatrist, and his wife, Elizabeth, has written a number of books on health and wellness. This interview, along with Claire’s husband and DYW Co- Founder, Terry Mepham, straddles oceans, from Scotland to Western Australia for a cozy chat abou...

Marjorie Woollacott explains the unexplainable. She is a tenured university professor with a PhD in Neuroscience and is the author of Infinite Awareness - The Awakening if a Scientific Mind. Her research in the field of consciousness has shattered many firm beliefs held by scientists. Using hard data and personal anecdotes, she does indeed explain the unexplainable. Listeners will need to suspend...

Dying Your Way Interview with Patty Burgess See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Given 3 months to live 35 years ago, Petrea King shares her experience, hope and love; indeed her quest for life. She is an author of 9 best-selling books, keynote speaker, educator, facilitator, naturopath, herbalist, hypnotherapist, yoga and meditation instructor. Petrea has been a regular guest on ABC Radio for 19 years. As CEO and Founder of Quest for Life - http://questforlife.com.au , Petrea...