Jean de La Fontaine said, "Death never takes the wise man by surprise, he is always ready to go." Yet in modern day North America, how many of us ever contemplate our mortality, let alone "do the work" of preparing for it? In this two part workshop, we will consider the reasons why someone might want to write their own obituary and what can be gained, psychologically and spiritually, from the exercise. We will read and discuss examples of obituaries written by people before their deaths and will consider questions for reflection to help you write your own.
Why do we wait until we’re in a crisis before we start thinking about he end of life? This class will provide a safe space to discuss, share, and ponder the various choices and options for the end of life experience before a crisis presents itself.