An Evolving Story...
We all have our stories and personal experiences in life. Special and unique, or perhaps simply our dharma or what we are here to do, contributing to the greater whole. My own path is only possible due to circumstances gifted to me. The loss of my mother at age two, in particular, resulted in a natural contemplation of death from a very young age, and a deep interest in philosophies around death in later years. I was then gifted the privilege of being part of my friend Erin's dying journey, and that was when my path as an end of life doula became clear.
Through doing this work, I'm motivated to address the silence, fear and stigma around death in our society. Dying is often treated like a medical event that should be stopped or fixed, yet it is a natural transition, just like birth. We’ve lost trust in the process and will do almost anything to avoid looking at the only certain event in all our futures. To live a human life is a beautiful thing, and it is only due to the fact that it is temporary that this dance is so magical, mysterious and worth celebrating, right until the end.
My work has evolved from a full focus on health and wellbeing to include end of life, with a recognition that the healing power of human presence applies to both living and dying. It is my greatest wish that more of us can take that final exhale in comfort, with peace and confidence, and without regret or fear. Witnessing this to be possible while also understanding that so many do not experience a "good death" inspires my path and to serve others at any stage of life.
I look forward to serving you!
Anthea
We all have our stories and personal experiences in life. Special and unique, or perhaps simply our dharma or what we are here to do, contributing to the greater whole. My own path is only possible due to circumstances gifted to me. The loss of my mother at age two, in particular, resulted in a natural contemplation of death from a very young age, and a deep interest in philosophies around death in later years. I was then gifted the privilege of being part of my friend Erin's dying journey, and that was when my path as an end of life doula became clear.
Through doing this work, I'm motivated to address the silence, fear and stigma around death in our society. Dying is often treated like a medical event that should be stopped or fixed, yet it is a natural transition, just like birth. We’ve lost trust in the process and will do almost anything to avoid looking at the only certain event in all our futures. To live a human life is a beautiful thing, and it is only due to the fact that it is temporary that this dance is so magical, mysterious and worth celebrating, right until the end.
My work has evolved from a full focus on health and wellbeing to include end of life, with a recognition that the healing power of human presence applies to both living and dying. It is my greatest wish that more of us can take that final exhale in comfort, with peace and confidence, and without regret or fear. Witnessing this to be possible while also understanding that so many do not experience a "good death" inspires my path and to serve others at any stage of life.
I look forward to serving you!
Anthea
"The end of life doula role is both new and ancient –
a return to how humans naturally cared for each other during life’s most sacred event."
a return to how humans naturally cared for each other during life’s most sacred event."
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Credentials
~ End of Life Doula (International End of Life Doula Association) ~ Registered Home Care Aide, Senior Caregiver & Companion ~ Hospice Volunteer (Seasons Hospice & Palliative Care) ~ Certified Reiki Master & Teacher ~ 1100 Hour+ Certified Yoga, Breath & Meditation Teacher (Samahita Retreat) ~ Certified Brain Health Coach (Amen University) ~ Detoxification Specialist (Metabolic Fitness) ~ Certified Ayurvedic Lifestyle Coach (American Institute of Vedic Studies) ~ Certified Holistic Health Coach (Institute for Integrative Nutrition) |
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Email: lifedeathbreath @ gmail.com