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A beautiful open letter from Esther Rantzen to her friend Jilly Cooper which first appeared in The Telegraph.
New Blog post: The Invisible rainbow
Posted by Leo Simmons on Dec. 3, 2013, 7:18 p.m. 1 comment
Do we only see what we wish to see? Do we - unconsciously or otherwise - block out the undesirable elements of our lives and focus upon things which make us feel good - or at least do not make us feel sad or scared? I wonder - and I know in my heart that I certainly have been guilty of doing so at various points of my life - and in truth, I will probably do so again.
When ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe of Ocala
Posted by Teddy on Dec. 3, 2013, 6:45 p.m. 2 comments
On Monday November 18th 2013 Death Cafe of Ocala had our first meeting. Thirteen of us got together at Horse and Hounds restaurant to enjoy their wonderful desserts with coffee, tea, or another drink. And to share our reason for coming to this meeting.
We met from 7:00pm to 8:30pm and were just barely able to finish our introduction round. Everyone was eager to share their personal stories and the questions they had. So many different aspects of death and dying were briefly mentioned. That I think at the next meeting we need to see which topics we want to discuss more in depth and prioritize ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Brisbane #2
Posted by Death Cafe Brisbane on Dec. 3, 2013, 4:47 p.m. 2 comments
Three groups of four and five gathered to talk at our second Death Cafe Brisbane held recently.
So many different topics! Some were healing, some filled with information sharing, some just general conversation, but to walk away having had open conversation around death was most enlightening.
Death Cafe Brisbane held our second evening of chatting, the organising team having modified a few things from their first experience, but in general it was similar - well prepared food, music, conversation and beautiful chocolate cake in the shape of a coffin.
This time, rather than a hearse, an exhibition of beautifully captured photos from various graves featured around the walls.
To ...
Practitioners question: Our First Death Cafe Tomorrow!
Posted by LCTA on Dec. 3, 2013, 3:37 p.m. 2 comments
I am re-reading the practioners guide and considering playing katie's video as the opening to our first death cafe on Long Island NY. I suppose I am writing to make it real, not just a concept. I promise to post the results sometime soon after tomorrow's event. Thanks ...
Press: Der Tod wird im Cafe enttabuisiert
Posted by Jon Underwood on Dec. 3, 2013, 9:18 a.m. 1 comment
Article on Death Cafe in Switzerland’s third largest (non-free) newspaper about Death Cafe that includes a short interview with Bernard Crettaz and me.
Art: We do not know where death awaits us
Posted by Death Cafe St. Joe/ Megan Mooney on Dec. 2, 2013, 2:51 p.m. 2 comments
Death Cafe write up: Ann Arbor Death Cafe
Posted by Merilynne Rush on Dec. 2, 2013, 12:06 p.m.
At our most recent death cafe we had 17 people plus one couple who did not come expecting to find us. The woman pulled up a chair, sat down and joined right in the conversation. However, the man said he was not interested but stodd by her side. He ended up staying and talking the most.
Death conversation happens, whether you think so or not!
Have you seen the recent Showtime series Time of Death? I've heard its really good. You can watch the first episode for free.
Hot topics at the November 16 Ann Arbor Death Cafe:
What do you do with your stuff when you ...
Practitioners question: Co-Facilitator
Posted by Cindie Wilding on Dec. 2, 2013, 1:20 a.m. 5 comments
I am a Certified Celebrant, creating personal ceremonies for memorials and end of life / celebration of life events. I want to start a Death Cafe. However I have no medical training and would love to find someone like a hospice volunteer who might like to co-host. Ideas? I'm in ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe at Cafe Rouge in Hampstead, London
Posted by Josefine Speyer on Dec. 2, 2013, 12:17 a.m. 2 comments
Following a very positive article about the October Death Cafe at Cafe Rouge in London’s Time Out magazine, this November Death Cafe was soon fully booked. I even considered holding a second Death Café that month to accommodate everybody! Fortunately I didn’t, as instead of the 40 plus people expected, only 19 people attended. It was a bit disappointing as I had turned so many people away, thinking we were overbooked. Nevertheless, we had a very good and positive evening. It was moving, inspiring, heart warming. There was a wonderful open sharing from people, gathering around three tables. Thank you to Sharon Young and Philomena Corrigan ...
New Blog post: Seattle Queen Anne Death Cafe
Posted by Dori Gillam on Dec. 1, 2013, 7:14 p.m.
We not only talked about death, we almost witnessed it that afternoon!
Nine folks gathered at my home in Seattle for a relaxing afternoon to talk frankly. After the first half-hour, when we'd all been introduced and chatted about why each of us wanted to talk about death and dying, we heard a squawk in the kitchen.
Into the living room came one of my cats with a live robin in her mouth. She ...
Death Cafe write up: Death Cafe Summertown, Oxford
Posted by clairelouiseturnham on Dec. 1, 2013, 2:57 a.m.
Our 2nd death by chocolate death café was a wonderful evening of deep listening and life affirming conversation whilst eating the most delicious chocolate brownie ever or the “healthier ” but equally divine Chocolate and Beetroot cake.
It was a recipe for success. 16 people stepped inside, gathered together to share their stories, ideas and experiences. They sat as one circle in the colourful and vibrant Story teller’s café .
Our facilitator Claire began by welcoming everyone to this place of story and suggested we give thanks to all those we have loved who may have brought us here. She acknowledged these lives as precious gifts and offered ...
Video: The National Funeral Exhibition Showreel 2013
Posted by Jon Underwood on Dec. 1, 2013, 12:15 a.m. 23 comments
ABCnews posted 11/30/13
http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/cemetery-cafes-becoming-more-popular-a-935553.html