Content warning: discussion of suicide and the prevention of sexual harm/violence

Patty is a cancer survivor, an artist, and a person of faith that actively works to build bridges and love all people, particularly those that are marginalized.

In this episode, Patty discusses her journey with cancer, what life has taught her as a person that directly faced mortality, the loss of an important friend, the significance of friendship, and making sure people in her proximity feel loved and connected.

Patty’s presence brought the host, Allison, to tears, processing the depth and meaning of Patty’s words. Listeners will likely have an emotional experience; have tissues handy.

Resources mentioned include the book The Artist’s Way , an article by the author Clarissa Pinkola Estes , Into the Body of the World by Eve Ensler, and the book the Other Significant Others. If you are looking for additional spaces to discuss and explore mortality, please consider supporting Death Cafes – Allison hosts a café once a month and more info can be found on EventBrite

For transcripts of this show, please email [email protected] with ‘Transcripts’ in the subject line.

*Please note that the opinions and experiences of those interviewed in this podcast are not necessarily the opinions and experiences of the interviewer. One of the intents of this podcast is to interview a variety of people with a variety of experiences and opinions.*

If you are interested in participating in a future podcast, which involves thoughtful, caring, and connecting conversations to encourage proximity and a sense of interconnection, please email [email protected] with ‘Participate’ in the subject line

To learn more about Ignite Well-being, in the suburbs of Chicago, and/or the host, Allison, please see their website, Patreon, or Substack page. Deepest bow to the paid supporters on Patreon, who make this work more financially sustainable.

Thank you to Pixabay and SergePavkinMusic for the song used in the podcast.