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Enhancing Communication About Goals of Care Through Video Interventions
How videos can improve communication at the end of lifeIn a 2023 study conducted jointly by Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital, researchers uncovered a promising strategy to facilitate crucial goals of care discussions among elderly hospital patients. The study revealed that showing patients videos depicting real-life scenarios of such conversations between individuals and clinicians significantly increased the likelihood of their goals being…
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“The Mausoleum of the Martyrdom of Polish Villages in Michniów” by Miroslaw Nizio
A haunting memorial to the victims of Nazi pacification campaignsOver the course of World War II, Nazi forces committed innumerable atrocities upon the people of Poland. In addition to the violence of the extermination campaigns, German forces waged a war of terror against the Polish civilian populations living in small towns and villages, hoping to discourage citizens from joining the resistance movement. The Mausoleum…
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“Two Daughters and a Beautiful Wife”
Southern rock legends, the Drive-By Truckers, create a pure expression of griefThe Drive-By Truckers, known for their narrative-driven Southern rock sound, have a penchant for crafting songs that dive directly into the heart of things. One such masterpiece is “Two Daughters and a Beautiful Wife,” a track that tries to makes sense of the senseless and put words to the unspeakable. The Harrowing Inspiration Outside of…
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Anderson Cooper Knows the Value of Sharing Grief
Holding in “extreme emotions” does emotional and physical damageMost of us are taught not to burden others with our troubles, especially when it involves death. But as CNN anchor Anderson Cooper attested in a recent guest commentary on CBS “Sunday Morning,” not sharing grief compounds the pain of loss. And Cooper has had more than his share.
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“Death Nesting: The Heart-Centered Practices of a Death Doula”
A book offering practical, emotional, and spiritual tools to assist someone through the dying processIn her thoughtful guide on approaching death, author Anne-Marie Keppel introduces us to the concept of “death nesting.” In her words, this means “preparing the nest for one who is dying, just as we might prepare a nest for one who is about to give birth.” Keppel identifies herself as an “ancient and modern death…
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20 Humorous Quotes About Funerals and Cemeteries
Humorists, comedians, and writers illuminate a serious topic with wit and wisdomWhile death is typically associated with sadness and mourning, humor provides a unique perspective that allows us to approach the topic with a lighter step and gain a fresh understanding of our connection to mortality. Through the lens of laughter, we can unveil new dimensions of our relationship with death, fostering a fresh perspective that…
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New Grief Education Implementations For Students
How some schools are leading the wayIn the United States almost one in 20 children will lose a parent by age 16, and most children will experience the loss of a family member or friend by the time they graduate high school, according to the Coalition to Support Grieving Students. During the pandemic, COVID-19 escalated those statistics drastically, causing more than…
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“Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers” (Interview)
An interview with author and illustrator Jessica Roux about how flowers help us healJessica Roux is a Nashville-based freelance illustrator who is a self-proclaimed plant and animal enthusiast. She is the author of and co-author of several books, including “Floriography: An Illustrated Guide to the Victorian Language of Flowers.” SevenPonds sat down with Jessica today to talk about her book and her life-long love of the natural world.…
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Evidence Suggests Black Doctors Help Black Patients Live Longer
But are there enough physicians of color to benefit the population?A recent study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that areas with more Black doctors equate to lower mortality rates for patients of color. The study only examines geographic correlation between the two. However, its findings lend support to many studies highlighting how patients of color who receive care from providers…
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