If we haven't done the work to Greet our Death with grace, with preparedness. A lot of the fear can actually manifest for us. Join us on a profound journey with Leslie Fleming as we explore the depths of our relationship with death and dying. Through personal stories, insights, and years of experience as a mental health counselor and death midwife, Leslie sheds light on how embracing death can transform our fears into a passage of beauty and understanding. Dive into this heartfelt exploration of life's final transition and discover how it can serve as a catalyst for growth and acceptance in our own lives.
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00:00 -Introduction to Leslie's Fascination with Death
Leslie reflects on the formative experiences with death that shaped her worldview. Leslie shares her early experiences with death, beginning with her grandmother's passing when she was four years old, sparking her lifelong interest in the death and dying process.
01:19 - The Role of a Death Midwife
Exploring Leslie's journey towards becoming a death midwife, including the personal experiences and realizations that led her to embrace this path.
03:34 - Mental Health Counseling and Grieving Process
Leslie discusses how her background in mental health counseling informs her approach to supporting individuals through the grieving process and confronting death.
05:48 - Cultural Perspectives on Death
A reflection on societal fears and misconceptions about death, and Leslie's mission to help our culture become more comfortable with the dying process.
08:02 - Personal Beliefs and Scientific Perspectives
Leslie shares her personal beliefs about the continuation of energy after death and touches on scientific theories that support the idea of consciousness transformation.
10:16 - Experiences with Death and Dying
Insights from Leslie's personal and professional experiences with death, including observations on the state of peace and euphoria that can accompany the dying process.
12:30 - Environmental Impact and Alternatives in Death Care
Discussion on the environmental implications of traditional burial methods and the exploration of more sustainable practices in death care.
14:44 - Death is Not an Emergency
Concluding thoughts on the importance of approaching death with calmness and preparedness, emphasizing that death is a natural part of life's journey.
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