Embracing Impermanence: Navigating Mortality and Financial Planning with Catherine Durkin Robinson

“Nobody goes into these conversations looking forward to them, but at the end, there is a reduction in fear. There is a reduction in anxiety. 100% of the time, my clients and their families have said, This is not nearly as bad as I thought it was going to be.”

Have you ever considered how embracing impermanence can lead to a more fulfilling life and a peaceful end-of-life experience? Our host Ed Coambs has a conversation with Catherine Durkin Robinson of Anitya Doula Services, a compassionate death doula who guides individuals through their final journey with grace and dignity.

Ed and Catherine discuss the importance of preparing for end-of-life conversations to alleviate emotional and financial burdens on loved ones. Catherine shares invaluable advice on pre-planning post-death arrangements and documenting medical care preferences. Catherine says, “Our aim is to help families focus on what truly matters during times of grief, reducing stress and avoiding costly mistakes.”

Ed and Catherine also explore the intricate relationship between mortality and financial planning. Catherine offers her wisdom on navigating discomfort around death, emphasizing that acknowledgment is the first step toward acceptance. They discuss how previous experiences with loss shape our financial decisions and the importance of open discussions to prevent tragic outcomes. Don't miss this heartfelt discussion that promises to reshape your perspective on life, death, and money.

Key Topics:

• Welcome, Catherine Durkin Robinson! (01:35)
• Death Planning and Financial Implications (07:09)
• Death, Dying, Fears, and Ways to Cope (14:08)
• Mortality and Financial Planning, the Fear of Not Having Enough (21:49)
• End-of-Life Options (26:11)
• Death and Money, Acknowledging Grief (36:56)

Resources:

• Anitya Doula Services

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