I sat down with hospice nurse Julie McFadden to explore the profound intersection of biology and spirituality in dying. Julie’s viral insights demystify death, revealing how our bodies intuitively prepare for transition—and why mystical experiences like shared death encounters transform fear into awe. We discuss her book Nothing to Fear, the power of contemplating mortality, and how hospice care reshapes life’s priorities. Join us for a conversation that’s equal parts science and soul.

00:00 Introduction to Hospice Nurse Julie 

00:55 Julie's New Book & Journal: "Nothing to Fear" 

04:46 Viral Fame: TikTok, Death Education, and Taboos 

06:41 Why Death Content Went Viral 

11:05 Biology of Dying: How the Body Prepares 

18:42 Contemplating Mortality to Live Fully 

24:55 End-of-Life Planning: Wills, DNRs, and Family Dynamics 

31:34 Hospice Myths: Prolonging Life vs. Quality of Life 

41:15 Julie's Shared Death Experience Story 

52:48 Deathbed Visions, Pets, and Mystical Phenomena 

56:48 The "Death Stare" and Unexplained Comfort 

59:17 Julie's Final Thoughts: Books and Journals 

01:02:04 Closing: Gratitude and Takeaways 

JULIE:

@hospicenursejulie

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