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Podcast: A Bit of Optimism
Episode: A Sweet Conversation About Dying with Death Doula Alua Arthur
Description: Death is a word we like to avoid. We dance around the subject or use vague euphemisms to not hurt anybody. But what if being open about our deaths meant we could live happier lives?Thatβs where Alua Arthur comes in. Alua is one of the most prominent death doulas in the country, which means itβs her job to help people die. She offers support to her clients and their families as they embark on their dying journey, tackling everything from financial planning and insurance policy to emotional support and grief.When I sat...