Dying Your Way

In this Part One episode, Claire speaks with Ryan Bell—Licensed Family Service Advisor at Dignity Memorial, grief guide, death doula in training, and founder of DeathWorker.com.

Ryan shares his remarkable journey from an Emmy-winning marketing career to meaningful end-of-life work after a season of grief, loss, and an adult autism/ADHD diagnosis. Together, we explore:

• Why Ryan says “death isn’t the enemy—chaos is”
  
  

• The role of pre-planning in easing family burdens
  
  

• The beauty of grief as a doorway to deeper love
  
  

• The future of human composting and greener burial options
  
  

A candid, heartfelt conversation about authenticity, grief, and why preparation is the greatest gift we can give our loved ones.

 Listen now and share with someone you love.

And stay tuned for Part Two coming soon! 

Resources:

• Dying Your Way End-of-Life Training → https://www.dyingyourway.com/eol-training

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In this episode of the Dying Your Way podcast, Claire O’Berry explores what it really means to leave a legacy. Beyond money and material possessions lies something much richer: your story, your wisdom, your values, and your love.

Through personal stories—including her own mother and father's lasting influence—Claire invites you to reflect on the memories, rituals, and teachings that shape the lives of those who come after you.

👉 Share this episode with someone you love to begin a deeper conversation about legacy and meaning.

For more guidance on end-of-life preparation, visit the Dying Your Way End of Life Training.

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Interviewing Stephen Jenkinson is not for the faint of heart. In this thirdconversation on the Dying Your Way Podcast, I stepped into the ring once again with one of the great cultural teachers of our time. We explored his latest book Matrimony—a text that challenges, confronts, and ultimately blesses the reader with the possibility of change.

What began as a “slog” of words became an initiation through storytelling, ritual, patrimony, vows, and grief. Stephen makes the case that matrimony is not a private romance but a cultural act—a village-making event that has profound resonance for how we face death, loss, and love itself.

I survived. I stretched. I grew. And I am incrementally, if not forever changed. My hope is that you, too, will listen to this conversation, buy the book, share this podcast with others and so you too can take up the work in your own way. The village really needs us.

Purchase Matrimony at https://orphanwisdom.com/shop/

For step-by-step support, enroll in the Dying Your Way End of Life Training

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In this practical and heartfelt solo episode, Claire O’Berry explores what it really takes to stay at home in your final days — and how to make that experience as safe, supported, and peaceful as possible.

You’ll learn:

• What defines a “natural death”
  
  

• How to assess if dying at home is right for you
  
  

• Common risks (falls, isolation, access) and how to prepare for them
  
  

• Why hospice, palliative care, and honest communication matter
  
  

• How early planning can prevent crisis, confusion, and unnecessary suffering
  
  

Free Resource!

Download the Home Safety Checklist for a Natural Death (PDF)

For step-by-step support, enroll in the Dying Your Way End of Life Training

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• 💻 Website: https://dyingyourway.com

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In this heartfelt episode, Claire O’Berry speaks with longtime friend and visionary artist Tiffany Riley, co-founder of the Laughter League. Tiffany shares what it means to be a professionally trained healthcare clown—collaborating with medical teams in pediatric hospitals to bring moments of levity, connection, and healing to critically ill children.

From stories of joy in the ICU to sacred moments at the end of life, Tiffany offers a rare look inside this powerful, misunderstood field. The episode honors her late mother Joy, whose love and legacy continues to inspire compassion through laughter. You’ll also hear how clowning as care is a rigorous, artistic, and emotional discipline—and why it’s so vital today.

Prepare to be moved, surprised, and perhaps even inspired to laugh a little differently.

Available on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube (Link to DYW YouTube podcast)

Donate to the Laughter League: https://laughterleague.org/we-stand-with-you

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/dyingyourway/

Dying Your Way is an online platform dedicated to helping people around the world prepare for a conscious and peaceful death. Through education, planning tools, and End of Life Doula services, DYW supports individuals, caregivers, and communities with grace and compassion.

📬 Connect with Us:

• 💻 Website: https://dyingyourway.com

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• 📱 Instagram: @dyingyourway

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What happens after a life-changing diagnosis?

In this candid and heartfelt episode, Claire O’Berry shares her personal journey following her husband’s recent Parkinson’s diagnosis. From the first awkward conversation with the doctor to the sobering reality of future planning, Claire explores what it means to truly understand your disease — and how to take empowered steps forward.

Learn how to:

• Distinguish between diagnosis and prognosis
  
  

• Navigate challenging conversations with healthcare providers
  
  

• Plan for curative, palliative, and eventually hospice care
  
  

• Prepare for transitions and different levels of support
  
  

• Ensure dignity and quality of life every step of the way
  
  

Whether you're newly diagnosed, caring for someone who is, or simply preparing for the road ahead — this episode offers clarity, comfort, and actionable advice.

Listen now and take the first step toward your personal action plan. [link here]

Join our Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/dyingyourway/

Dying Your Way is an online platform dedicated to helping people around the world prepare for a conscious and peaceful death. Through education, planning tools, and End of Life Doula services, DYW supports individuals, caregivers, and communities with grace and compassion.

📬 Connect with Us:

• 💻 Website: https://dyingyourway.com

• 📧 Contact: [email protected]

• 📱 Instagram: @dyingyourway

• 🗣️ Leave a comment, submit a topic, or tell us your story!

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James Jarvis, CEO of Busselton Hospice Inc., joins Claire O’Berry for a powerful conversation about grief, resilience, and what it means to support community-based end-of-life care. From personal stories of loss to groundbreaking new initiatives like Staying in Place Busselton, James shares why Busselton Hospice is a model of compassion, leadership, and innovation. Perfect timing for Dying to Know Day August 8, 2025!

https://busseltonhospicecareinc.org.au/

Find Dying to Know Day events in your area: https://proveda.com.au/community-programs/dying-to-know/

Dying Your Way is an online platform dedicated to helping people around the world prepare for a conscious and peaceful death. Through education, planning tools, and End of Life Doula services, DYW supports individuals, caregivers, and communities with grace and compassion.

📬 Connect with Us:

• 💻 Website: https://dyingyourway.com

• 📧 Contact: [email protected]

• 📱 Instagram: @dyingyourway

• 🗣️ Leave a comment, submit a topic, or tell us your story!

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Take a deep breath, hold your loved ones close, and remember: You can die your way.

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In this powerful episode of the Dying Your Way podcast, Claire O’Berry tackles a topic many avoid until it’s too late: Advance Care Planning. With heartfelt stories, clear explanations, and practical advice, Claire breaks down the four essential documents every adult should have in place—regardless of age or health.

From medical power of attorney to living wills, from do-not-resuscitate orders to digital access, Claire explores how a little preparation can prevent chaos, conflict, and confusion during life’s most vulnerable moments.

Learn why planning ahead is not just a legal necessity—it’s an act of love, clarity, and personal empowerment.

🎧 Listen now and access free planning tools at dyingyourway.com/resources.

For more a more informed,  in depth training go to: https://www.dyingyourway.com/eol-training

Dying Your Way is an online platform dedicated to helping people around the world prepare for a conscious and peaceful death. Through education, planning tools, and End of Life Doula services, DYW supports individuals, caregivers, and communities with grace and compassion.

📬 Connect with Us:

• 💻 Website: https://dyingyourway.com

• 📧 Contact: [email protected]

• 📱 Instagram: @dyingyourway

• 🗣️ Leave a comment, submit a topic, or tell us your story!

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Claire O’Berry sits down with Georges Cordoba, bestselling author of Beating the Odds, to discuss his extraordinary journey of healing from stage 4 melanoma. Georges shares how he moved from surgeries and chemotherapy to a holistic approach that integrated forgiveness, faith, and emotional release.

In this powerful conversation, Georges opens up about:

• Facing terminal cancer with courage
  
  

• Why emotional healing was the missing key
  
  

• The role of service, surrender, and self-advocacy
  
  

• The spiritual “door” to healing we all carry inside
  
  

Plus, learn about Georges’ program Qualivita and his free ebook to help you shut the door to disease—before it starts.

🎧 Listen now: [insert link]

Website: https://www.isyourhealth.com/
🔗 Free eBook: https://coachgeorges1960.kartra.com/page/rDv2088]

Dying Your Way is an online platform dedicated to helping people around the world prepare for a conscious and peaceful death. Through education, planning tools, and End of Life Doula services, DYW supports individuals, caregivers, and communities with grace and compassion.

📬 Connect with Us:

• 💻 Website: https://dyingyourway.com

• 📧 Contact: [email protected]

• 📱 Instagram: @dyingyourway

• 🗣️ Leave a comment, submit a topic, or tell us your story!

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Take a deep breath, hold your loved ones close, and remember: You can die your way.

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In this episode, Claire O’Berry shares why building an end-of-life support team is one of the most empowering and essential things you can do. From early diagnosis to hospice care and beyond, having trusted people in place makes all the difference.

You’ll learn:

• Why you (the patient) are the team leader

• The 10 key roles to consider—from MPOA to Celebrant

• How caregivers and doulas can reduce stress and increase quality of life

• Real-life stories of what happens when a team works (or doesn’t)
  
  

Whether you’re planning ahead or navigating this now, this episode is filled with practical guidance, compassionate insight, and deeply personal reflections.

Dying Your Way is an online platform dedicated to helping people around the world prepare for a conscious and peaceful death. Through education, planning tools, and End of Life Doula services, DYW supports individuals, caregivers, and communities with grace and compassion.

📬 Connect with Us:

• 💻 Website: https://dyingyourway.com

• 📧 Contact: [email protected]

• 📱 Instagram: @dyingyourway

• 🗣️ Leave a comment, submit a topic, or tell us your story!

🙏 Support the Podcast:

• ✅ Subscribe — It’s free!

• 💬 Leave a review or comment

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Take a deep breath, hold your loved ones close, and remember: You can die your way.

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