What’s that old saying? Nothing is certain except for death and taxes? Death is unavoidable and different cultures view and process death differently. From a myriad of varied and beautiful rituals to beliefs about where we go when we die, there are so many philosophies and beliefs. Something that is universal, though not shared by everyone, is fear of death. This is Jen’s biggest fear, actually! Join Jen and Carolyn as they dissect death and dying in this week’s upbeat and festive episode!
Death and dying: how different cultures deal with grief and mourning
How grief and loss affect your brain, and why it takes time to adapt : Shots - Health News : NPR
Why almost everyone believes in an afterlife – even atheists | New Scientist
Near-Death Experiences Evidence for Their Reality - PMC
Thanatophobia (Fear of Death): Symptoms & Treatments
Demystifying death: 7 facts you may not know about death
When did human ancestors start burning their dead?
How your brain copes with grief and why it takes time to heal: NPR 12/20/20
Pew Research: Views on the Afterlife, 2021
3 Ways Afterlife Beliefs Affect Our Daily Lives, Forbes 2023
Is there life after death: the mind-body problem, Psychology Today
DNR and POLST Forms
