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Oct 2022
44m 27s

362 | Simplifying Death

Joshua Fields Millburn, Ryan Nicodemus, T.K. Coleman
About this episode

The Minimalists speak with hospice physician Zach Bush, MD, about accepting death. Listen to all three hours of episode 362 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.

Discussed in this episode:

How does it seem that we effortlessly let go of everything when we die? (01:48)

How do we detox the memory bank of the human body? (11:13)

Since palliative care is generally only available to those who are terminally ill, is there another legal and ethical option for me when I’m ready to pass on? (18:54)

Do people who believe in life after death grieve differently for their loved ones? (23:49)

How do I emotionally prepare for my father’s death when we finally have a mutually enriching relationship again? (24:58)

Detailed show notes: minimalists.com/podcast

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