The Elephant in the Room
Fear of public speaking and the fear of death are often cited as two of our greatest fears. While we celebrate birth, we tend to avoid discussions about the one other universal experience we all share: dying. Death has become the elephant in the room, an uncomfortable topic we'd rather not address.
The Room Next Door
As a death doula, I walk alongside individuals and families as they navigate the sacred thresholds of life and death, and I often find solace and meaning in stories that reflect the tender complexities of this journey. Pedro Almodóvar’s The Room Next Door is one such film—a luminous exploration of memory, love, and the spaces we inhabit as we prepare to let go.
Memento Mori
In a world that often shies away from conversations about death, there is a powerful concept that encourages us to confront our mortality: Memento Mori. This ancient Latin phrase, which translates to "Remember that you will die," serves as a profound reminder of life's transient nature.