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Looking at dying and death for what it is: a part of life.

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My stepmother stopped us being with Dad when he died and I’m devastated.

Courtesy of The Guardian |11.27.15 |  Annalisa Barbieri My dad died nearly two years ago, following a very short illness. He … More

Dying, Family Dynamics, Sadness

Why dead pets matter by Olivia Lichtenstein

The Guardian | 12.05.15 | Olivia Lichtenstein When their cat Sox got ill had to be put down, Olivia Lichtenstein and her … More

Death, Dying, Family Dynamics, Helping Children Understand Death, Sadness

Grief and the Terrible Holiday Season by Megan Devine

Courtesy of HuffPost | 11.24.15 | Megan Devine It starts earlier every year it seems. Holiday decorations hit the shelves … More

Reminders, Sadness

Ten Tips on Coping with Pet Loss

Courtesy of Pet-Loss.net | By Moira Anderson Allen, M.Ed Anyone who considers a pet a beloved friend, companion, or family member … More

Death, Helping Children Understand Death, Sadness

Adult Loss of a Sibling

Courtesy of Legacy.com | By Therese Rando, Ph.D. There is no other loss in adult life that appears to be so … More

Death, Family Dynamics, Sadness, Sibling Death

What Losing Your Mother Feels Like – Rachael Oakes-Ash

Rachael Oakes-Ash | Author, blogger, founder of http://www.elephanttruths.com Courtesy of The Huffington Post http://www.huffingtonpost.com/rachael-oakesash/what-losing-your-mother-feels-like_b_6495618.html |Updated: 03/22/2015 5:59 am EDT Barbara’s Note: Everyone’s experience of … More

Death, Family Dynamics, Meaning, Sadness

Grief: Coping with reminders after a loss – By The Mayo Clinic Staff

Courtesy of the Mayo Clinic: http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/end-of-life/in-depth/grief/art-20045340 Grief doesn’t magically end at a certain point after a loved one’s death. Reminders often … More

Death, Dying, Reminders, Sadness

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FINAL WISHES – A Workbook for Planning a Funeral

When we pass on without leaving instructions about what to do when we die, a massive burden is placed on our loved ones. Here is an opportunity to change that.

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About the Blogger

Lisa C. Oliver EdD, GC-C
Life Transitions Educator/
Certified Grief Counselor

Just one individual who is trying to get more people to discuss a natural process and event that will happen to everyone: DYING and DEATH.

RSS Dr. Death and the Humorist – A Podcast

  • Five Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Own Funeral
    Lisa and Jer discuss Five Reasons Why You Should Plan Your Own Funeral.
  • What Are Advanced Directives?
    Lisa and Jer discuss Advanced Directives: What they are, what they are not, why you should have Advanced Directives and their limitations.  Jer tells Lisa the story of his uncle who didnt need advanced directives because he knew EXACTLY when he was going to go...
  • Your Top Ten Objects Your Kids Don't Want
    Lisa and Jer review an excerpt from Elizabeth's Stewart's book, "No Thanks Mom" found on NextAvenue.org. 
  • End of Life Issues
    The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2016) state that only 3 of 10 individuals die instantly; the remaining 7 will decline as a result of a chronic illness. Lisa and Jer discuss end of life options.
  • Funny Funeral Stories
    The first 3  letters of the word funeral is FUN.  Lisa and Jerry discuss some humorous occurrences at funerals.
  • What is a Death Cafe?
    Dr. Death and The Humorist discuss Death Cafes: what it is, where to find one and what you need to hold your own - NOTE: A dead body is NOT required. :-)
  • Who are Dr. Death and the Humorist
    Death is the best part of life, that's why it's saved for last.
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