Rev Wakil

YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast What if Your Last Day Could be the BEST Day EVER?

Please enjoy our latest episode with Eric Jepson, founder of BeautifullyMAID, a care home focused on providing beautiful end-of-life experiences., What if Your Last Day Could be the BEST Day EVER?

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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast The Simple TRUTH About Medical Aid in Dying Laws

Today's episode features Mandi Zucker sharing her work with End Of Life New York, where they're working to legalize medical aid in dying. youtu.be/rUqTVOxlVU0?...

YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast What Happens When We Face Death Together?

In this conversation, we host a group of guests from the Blessing Your Journey retreat who delve into the structure of their retreats, emphasizing the blend of information, ritual, and emotional support provided to participants.
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The Ram Dass Institute of Psychedelic Studies with The Dying Inaugural Event on Maui The Ram Dass Institute of Psychedelic Studies with The Dying (RIPS)  brings together professionals from the conscious dying field and healthcare practitioners engaged in the therapeutic use of psyched...

Today, we posted a special episode featuring one of our first guests, Bodhi Be, who discusses the establishment of the Ram Dass Institute of Psychedelic Studies. An upcoming event in Maui will bring together various practitioners to explore these themes. Links in episode.

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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast Top 3 Ways to Unite Death Doulas, Grief Coaches, and Healers

Our latest episode is with Jessica Sadler, a death doula and founder of Dawn of Aging. We explore the intersection of small business and mental health resources, focusing on supporting solopreneurs on their healing journey.
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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast The Surprising Push For Open Air Cremation In America

Brett Nicoletti discusses his documentary, 'Passing Through,' which explores open-air cremation and cultural perspectives on death. Brett emphasizes the sacredness of this work and the need for deeper connections in the face of mortality.
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End of Life Musings - November 2025 A Newsletter for our End-of-Life Conversations podcast community

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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast Can Art and Conversation about Death REALLY Change Your Life?

Check out our most recent podcast with Jennie Banks where we look at the ways art and conversation can help us during times of loss, grief, and death.

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Before You Go - End of Life Planning Workshop
Online Saturday, November 15th, 2025, from 11 AM to 1 PM Pacific Time.

One of the best gifts we can give our loved ones is to prepare in advance.

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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast How Do You Cope With Loss?

Today's episode features Chrystal Pennic, a grief therapist. Chrystal shares her personal journey with grief, the significance of her podcast, The Grip Spot, and the necessity of accessible mental health services for those in mourning.
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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast Why Do We Only Get 3 Days to Grieve?

Please enjoy our latest episode with Dr Bob Baugher, a retired professor and insightful writer of End of Life subjects, including 'griefism' the stigma and ostracism suffered by those who grieve. youtu.be/slolh-ZP8PU

The Still Silent Space Between: Honoring Your Need for Rest in the Midst of the Chaos One of my most treasured memories from one of our Sufi gatherings was the blessing of a practice from one of our senior teachers. She would gather us all in the forest and ask us to lie on the grou…

My new blog encourages us all to STOP and rest in the arms of the Divine. mysticism-spirituality-circle.com/the-still-si...

YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast Season 4 Memories That Will Surprise You!

Enjoy our Season Four review. In this special episode, we offer a recap, highlighting favorite moments and guests. We reminisce about insightful conversations, wonderful guests, and inspiring moments. Hear about the best moments and the overall journey of the season.

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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast How Just a Few Songs Can Raise Your Spirits

Tim Ringgold, a board-certified music therapist, emphasizes the importance of music in facilitating healing and connection during difficult times, particularly in grief retreats.

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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast The Secret To Healing Grief One Day At A Time

Our most recent podcast episode is The Secret to Healing One Day at a Time with Christine Jurisich - youtu.be/FbYb0v5ufvc

Christine emphasizes being present for others. She also highlights her ministry, Retreat Reflect Renew, which aims to foster deep spirituality and genuine community.

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Still Room in our next Before You Go End of Life Planning Workshop. Online September 27, 11 AM - 1 PM Pacific Time.

A uniquely thorough look at the many things you can prepare ahead of time as a gift to your loved ones.
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Staying Present in the Storm In the chaos and confusion of the world we inhabit together, it is a very normal response to feel ungrounded and overwhelmed. How do we hold our center and stay present in the midst of the roiling …

My latest blog post looks at staying grounded in the storm.
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End of Life Musings - September 2025 A Newsletter for our End-of-Life Conversations podcast community

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Waiting for the Messiah's Kaddish Dear Rabbi Rami, I wanted to extend my condolences to a friend who is dealing with the aftermath of Wednesday’s shooting at Annunciation Catholic School.

Waiting for the Messiah's Kaddish

The most cogent response to this latest tragedy (and the many that happen every day and will continue to happen) I've seen. Thank you, Rabbi Rami.

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YouTube video by End of Life Conversations Podcast Feeding Love - Caring for Seniors with Food with Chef Dave Dekker

Friends, please enjoy our latest excellent podcast with Chef Dave Dekker. Feeding Love - Caring for Seniors with Food.

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Expert Advice - How to be Buried in a Forest! - End of Life Conversations In this episode, Mel Bennett, co-founder of Life Forest Cemetery, shares her journey in the death care industry, emphasizing the importance of compassionate care, innovative burial practices, and comm...

In our new episode, Mel Bennett, co-founder of Life Forest Cemetery, shares her expertise in creating Life Forest, a mapped forest cemetery and speaks about cemetery mapping and deeded burials, ensuring families have access to their loved ones' resting places.
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Traditional Irish Revenant Songs with Elizabeth Healy - End of Life Conversations In this conversation, Elizabeth discusses her deep connection to Irish music, particularly revenant songs, which explore themes of death, grief, and resilience. She shares personal experiences with de...

Our latest episode is with Elizabeth Healy and is about revenant songs, which explore themes of death, grief, and resilience. These songs, deeply rooted in Irish and international folklore, narrate tales of the dead returning to resolve unfinished earthly matters.
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Helping Families Navigate the Aging Process with Dr. Corinne Auman - End of Life Conversations In this conversation, Corinne Auman discusses her journey in reshaping perceptions of aging through her work with Choice Care Navigators and her book, KEENAGERS. She shares personal experiences with d...

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End of Life Musings - August 2025 A Newsletter for our End-of-Life Conversations podcast community

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Helping Parents Heal and Communicating with Loved Ones with Mark Ireland - End of Life Conversations In this episode, Mark Ireland shares his profound journey through grief and the exploration of life after death following the loss of his son, Brandon. He discusses the impact of his father's legacy a...

The episode posted today is with Mark Ireland. Mark is the author of Soul Shift: Finding Where the Dead Go and The Persistence of the Soul, moving accounts of his personal quest for answers about life after death, following the passing of his youngest son.
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What's In a Name This is the third of six short videos Frank Levy and I created with the help of Holleran Media.

What's In a Name
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A Fiduciary As End of Life Advocate and Resource with Sara Ecklein - End of Life Conversations In this episode, Rev Wakil David and Annalouiza engage with Sarah Ecklein, a fiduciary and end-of-life advocate, discussing the importance of legacy planning and the emotional aspects surrounding deat...

In our most recent episode we were privileged to speak with Sarah Ecklein, a fiduciary and end-of-life advocate, discussing the importance of legacy planning and the emotional aspects surrounding death.
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Embrace Softness and Connection in Grief with Dr. Mekel Harris - End of Life Conversations In this conversation, Dr. Mekel Harris shares her profound insights on grief and loss, drawing on both her personal experiences and professional expertise. She discusses the impact of her mother's dea...

We were privileged to meet Dr Mekel Harris in our last episode, who shared her insights and resources for embracing gentleness and softness in our grieving.
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Next Before You Go End of Life planning workshop.
YOU MUST CLICK THE LINK TO REGISTER - us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi... Saturday, July 26, 2025 - On Zoom from 11 AM to 1 PM Pacific Time
The class will focus on the information necessary to make informed decisions regarding end-of-life care.