In our society, death isn’t readily discussed. It is also one of our biggest fears.   Therapeutic counsellor Nidhi Amanda Chaitow explains what a death doula does, how acknowledging the reality of death can positively impact our lives, what “a beautiful death” means, and how creativity can help us feel more connected. Nidhi talks about her own grieving process following the recent loss of her beloved.

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In ep. 67 of the weekly podcast series Calm, Clear and Helpful, Nidhi clarifies

• how accepting death as part of life enables you to choose how you’re going to live your life

• the concept of death cafés

• what a death doula does

• the idea of a “beautiful death”

• the therapeutic principle of unconditional positive regard

• her own process following the death of the love of her life 8 months ago

• the decision she made the night Wayne, her beloved, died

• whether one needs to “get over” grief

• how it frees us when we can speak to our loved ones about death

• how to bring creativity into our lives when we’re experiencing loss

• the importance of having compassion for ourselves

• Nidhi’s 3 best tips for living consciously.

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Contact details

Nidhi Amanda Chaitow is a certified therapeutic counsellor, end-of-life doula and integrative life coach from Hoekwil on the Garden Route. As a rite-of-passage coach, guide and facilitator and conscious drummer she weaves the ancient wisdom of the medicine wheel together with psycho-social aspects (spiritual, mental, emotional, relational, and physical), nature’s elements, life developmental stages, many years of experience and her innate wisdom.

Nidhi offers 1:1 sessions in person and online, as well as retreats and workshops around inner self-care.

Website: https://nidhi-amanda.com/

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Talking to loved ones about death needn’t be daunting. Here’s how to approach this topic.

As jy min ervaring van die dood het, kan hierdie 13 dinge jou help om die sterwensproses beter te verstaan.

Music by Mart-Marie Snyman

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