Why Do I Do That?

Why Am I So Afraid Of Dying?

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Episode 27: Why Am I So Afraid Of Dying?

In this thought-provoking episode of Why Do I Do That?, Jess tackles the complex and deeply personal question, "Why am I so afraid of dying?". Exploring the intersection of anxiety, subconscious beliefs, and our biological instincts, Jess unpacks why the fear of death is not only natural but often amplified by unprocessed memories and societal conditioning.

What You'll Discover:

  • The link between general anxiety, health anxiety, and death anxiety
  • How beliefs about death (e.g., pain, finality, or the unknown) shape our fear
  • The connection between the fear of running out of time and living a rushed, anxious life
  • Why unresolved trauma and childhood experiences influence our perceptions of death
  • Practical steps to reframe death and embrace a life of presence and authenticity

    • Jess also shares powerful insights from spiritual perspectives, like Ram Dass’ documentaries on dying, and how shifting your beliefs about what happens after death can transform your fear into acceptance.

    Key Takeaway: Your fear of death isn’t just about dying — it’s a reflection of how safe, aligned, and fulfilled you feel in your everyday life.

    Whether you experience fleeting worries about death or are consumed by it daily, this episode offers both comforting perspectives and actionable tools to help you feel safer in your life and ultimately at peace with the inevitable.

    💭 Feeling stuck in your fear? Book a 1:1 session with Jess to uncover and shift the subconscious beliefs holding you back.

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    Why Do I Do That?By Jessica Ella