Beginning with the end. In this episode of 'The Spiritual Uplevel Podcast', host Jeri Cristine interviews Colette Reuter, creator of the workshop 'Compassionate Caregiving: Navigating End of Life Support'. Colette shares her profound experience caring for her ex-husband in his final months, insights from her book, 'Setting His Soul Free: A Family Love Story', and the emotional and spiritual journey through caregiving. Colette discusses the importance of self-care for caregivers, the evolving role of death midwifery, and how facing mortality can transform perspectives on life. This episode provides a deeply moving and honest discussion about love, loss, and the sacredness of end-of-life care. 

00:00 Introduction to the Spiritual Uplevel Podcast 

00:28 Meet Our Host, Jeri Cristine 

00:47 Interview with Colette Reuter 

02:24 Colette's Spiritual Journey Begins 

03:40 Jeri's Journey and Podcast Purpose 

04:14 Facing the Fear of Death 

07:09 The Taboo of Death in Modern Culture 

08:06 Colette's Experience with Death Midwifery 

09:02 A Family Love Story: Setting His Soul Free 

19:35 The Emotional Toll of Caregiving 

22:17 A Christmas Eve Awakening 

23:21 A Peaceful Passing 

24:41 Honoring His Memory 

25:34 The Sacredness of the Moment 

26:20 Preparing the Body 

29:01 Caregiving Insights 

38:20 Reflecting on Mortality 

41:19 The Role of a Death Midwife 

44:07 Final Thoughts and Resources

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Jeri Cristine @jericristinecoaching

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Colette Reuter

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