Do you fear death—or do you fear the unknown?

In this powerful episode, Penny sits down with Anne-Marie Jacobs, an experienced death doula and host of Dear Psychopomp: Let’s Talk About Death. Together, they explore how releasing the fear of death can lead to deeper presence, peace, and purpose in life.

Anne-Marie shares heartfelt wisdom from years of guiding others through dying, grief, and spiritual transition. Whether you're supporting someone at the end of life or confronting your own mortality, this episode offers comfort, clarity, and practical insight.

What You’ll Learn:

Why the fear of death is often rooted in childhood or cultural silence How introducing death to children helps them grow up with less fear. What “The Great Show” is—and how many people have a lucid moment before death How intergenerational trauma impacts end-of-life grief What to do when estrangement complicates a loved one’s passing Why legacy projects and life reviews can offer deep emotional healing How to protect your peace—even if family or culture tells you otherwise Anne-Marie’s story of becoming a death doula after leaving a toxic 9–5

 

🔗 Links Mentioned:

🎧 Dear Psychopomp Podcast: Listen here

🖤 Hiraeth Keepsakes Jewelry: Facebook Page

Related Episode: The Greatest Teacher

 

🌟 Favorite Quote:

“People will only meet you as far as they’ve met themselves. And it’s not your job to hold up the mirror.”

 

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