Category Archives: end of life

Combining Caregiving with Mindfulness

Posted on October 25, 2023 by webmaven

Along with practical advice about how to handle basic caregiving duties, our book Caregiver Revolution gives numerous easy ways to join caregiving work with the practice of mindfulness. It introduces the concept of mindfulness and gives enjoyable ways to bring … Continue reading →

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Triple Gem Plus 1: Updated Buddhist Death and Dying Instructions

Posted on September 4, 2023 by webmaven

Don’t allow yourself to drift off or to fall asleep. Repeat this instruction with me and guide your thoughts along this path: “I take refuge in the Clear Light.I take refuge in the angel of mercy and compassion.I take refuge … Continue reading →

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Interesting and Eclectic Podcasts about Death and Dying

Posted on October 19, 2020 by webmaven

I was doing some research the other day and came across an excellent article which lists a wide variety of audio podcasts about many different facets of death and dying. I am especially appreciating The Adventures of Memento Mori. and … Continue reading →

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Seeking Ceremony and End of Life Planning

Posted on September 9, 2020 by webmaven

A few websites were suggested by a friend in reference to work that she is doing with the Clear Light Funeral, which we will be writing much more about in the near future. She says: “The Lantern.co is a very … Continue reading →

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The Art of Dying Well, an interview with Katy Butler

Posted on April 7, 2019 by webmaven

Another EXCELLENT interview by Joe Donahue regarding end of life matters, this time with Katy Butler about her new book “The Art of Dying Well: A Practical Guide to a Good End of Life.” This interview emphasizes practical matters,  decisions and the … Continue reading →

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The Tibetan Book of the Dead and the Clear Light Prayer

Posted on February 12, 2017 by webmaven

The Clear Light Prayer, from the American Book of the Dead  is a  simple non denominational prayer that can be used for centering, or for helping another. It is based on the teachings of the The Tibetan Book of the … Continue reading →

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