In the final episode in 2022 we have decided to share a recent master class, recorded by co host Melanie Leamy, on grounding techniques for stressful times. It has nothing to do with death and dying, but everything to do with how to live a good

Endings And New Beginnings

Jun 5th, 2022 55m 15s

In this episode we are talking about the experience of endings, new beginnings, and the transition period. A lovely and lively conversation between the two hosts with many examples from their own lives to illustrate the meaning of endings, new

The Five Remembrances: a reflective practice

May 6th, 2022 27m 9s

In this episode, I am explaining the Buddhist contemplative and reflective practice of The Five Remembrances. This practice is designed to help us in developing more appreciation and gratitude for this life.

Interview with a Death Doula

Feb 12th, 2022 34m 1s

An intimate conversation with Australian Death Doula and funeral celebrant Annie Wittlock about her experience of the Doula role and her thoughts on death and dying. Annie is a Buddhist practitioner herself but very open to all rituals that may

Preparing for 2022: guided body scan meditation and reflection on what we really and truly want

Jan 9th, 2022 33m 59s

In the first episode in 2022, we guide our listeners in a relaxing body scan meditation which helps to bring us right into the Now. During the final minutes of the episode we guide you in a short reflection which helps you to identify what is m

Contemplating my own death

Dec 5th, 2021 49m 59s

In this episode we talk about Elodie's experience with strong fear of "dying too soon" which lead to an inspiring conversation around the importance of living life fully, the uncertainty that comes with not knowing how long we will be alive, wh

Thoughts on death, dying and so much more with Dr. Kathryn Mannix

Sep 5th, 2021 1h 20m

We were so delighted to have Dr. Kathryn Mannix on our podcast for this episode. The truly inspiring conversation with this amazing lady included insights into some of the stories she tells in her well-known book "With The End In Mind" and we a

The Role Of Death Doulas in our community with Hermione Elliott

Aug 1st, 2021 51m 53s

In this episode we speak with Hermione Elliott, founder and director of Living Well Dying Well in the UK, about her journey with death and dying, her reason for setting up Living Well Dying Well, about the importance of the death doula movement

What do "success" and "failure" mean in death and dying? - an exploration with Maurice Adams

Jul 4th, 2021 1h 2m

We were delighted to have Maurice Adams on our podcast who spoke to us about his many encounters with death and dying both in his personal life and in his professional life. We spoke among many other Things about what success and failure could

How children can learn about death and dying with Sue Brayne

Jun 6th, 2021 48m 54s

In this episode we are talking with Sue Brayne, author of her Granny Mo book series and her latest book "Is Teddy Going to Die?" and have a heart-felt conversation about death and dying and and her views on it as well as on the meaning of life.

When To Love Means To Let Go

May 2nd, 2021 1h 50m

In this episode Melanie Leamy talks about her own story of true love and soul connection, the time when she was the sole carer for her husband, the time when she knew that the most loving thing she could do for him was to let him go. She talks