Death Cafe Kingston 26th Sept
A write up of Death Cafe Kingston
We had a full group for our cafe at the Guildhall! We enjoyed various cakes and interesting conversation on a range of issues. Every time is different and yet similar in how easy it is to talk to strangers about death and our concerns.
One couple had expressed interest in training as end of life doulas/ soul midwives and one lady was undergoing training in this so could share her experience.
We discussed examples of loved ones death and how different these were ranging from very peaceful to noisy and traumatic and we realised how little we can influence this sometimes.
People shared their future plans and also experiences of illness and of funerals, how death was handled by their families. We exchanged ideas and hints for interested reading materials and related events.
There was a range of religious backgrounds and this did impact how we thought about dying.
I think everyone had an opportunity to share what was on their minds and there was a very respectul, friendly atmosphere, thanks to all who attended.