Research reveals that “the most common cause of death is being alive.” (I love that quote!) In this episode I have a lovely conversation with Dr Jeff Spiess about his work as a hospice physician and his new book, Dying with Ease: A Compassionate Guide to Making Wiser End of Life Decisions.
In this episode, Jeff discusses:
- How working with the terminally ill inspired him to write his new book
- How dying conflicts with the American cultural worldview
- Why it’s important to die well
- The greatest gift you can give someone who’s dying
- The role of willpower at the end of life
- Psilocybin studies
- Spirituality
- Atheism
- Assisted suicide
- Practical tips to prepare for end of life
- The importance of communication
- Resources:
- The Conversation Project
- Death Cafe
To learn more about Jeff Spiess, please visit his website
Purchase a copy of Dying with Ease
RIP Hank Wesselman: Listen to Wendy’s episode with Hank
To contact Lucid Cafe host Wendy Halley, please visit her website