More than three years ago, I ventured out on the journey of writing this book. It all started with the idea of doing a booklet for friends and students in my courses…..
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The image of walking alongside, or accompaniment, for me beautifully captures the essence of what we do when we care for someone who is nearing death...
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A good friend of mine received the news that her cancer was incurable. “You know what, “she told me, “this ain’t so bad after all.
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In my post in May, I wrote about the need for being kind to ourselves. For many of us, it doesn’t come easily. A few of you commented on how important it is to learn……
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Being a companion to a dying person, we need a companion too. One who has your back, is there for you and walks alongside with you. My new book is as a ‘companion for the companion’. Browse inside now……
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When someone you care about is hurting, how do you respond? You feel for them, right? You offer them your kind attention, you try to console them with a warm hug, be there for them. You say things like, “I am so sorry you have to go through this.” Or, “This must be hard.” Or, if you are like my kind, straight-talking brother-in-law, you say it as it is, “Oh boy, this sucks.” How do you respond when you hurt? …….
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