Peters identifies four types of SDEs- Sensing a presence during a death, Witnessing phenomena like lights or spirits, Accompanying the dying into the afterlife, and Assisting in their transition. Peters recounts his own SDE with his father, which brought healing through a vivid life review and strengthened continuing bonds—a concept he champions over “letting go.” Through his Shared Crossing Project, he gathers research to destigmatize SDEs and integrate them into end-of-life care, emphasizing how mindfulness enhances receptivity to these profound experiences.

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