With 16 years of experience as an ICU and Hospice/Palliative nurse, Julie McFadden is passionate about normalizing discussions around death through education. She has garnered a significant social media following, covering end-of-life topics that have earned her recognition in Newsweek, USA Today, The Atlantic, and more. She’s the author of the New York Times Bestseller Nothing to Fear, a comforting and informative guide that demystifies our end-of-life journey. We spoke to Hospice Nurse Julie about why it’s so important to talk about dying, what hospice actually is, dealing with the grief of not being there when someone dies, the conversations about death you and your loved ones will benefit from, and the beautiful moments that occur around dying. Buy Nurse Julie's book: Nothing to Fear: Demystifying Death to Live More Fully Live well and age better with The Movement Living Podcast, hosted by mother-daughter duo Amanda June Giannakos (35) and Gabriela Schonbach (72). A mix of research-backed advice, real stories, and a healthy dose of fun, they explore a more hopeful side of aging. Each episode features insightful conversations with wellness leaders and culture-changers who are redefining what it means to live well and age better! For more, follow along at @movementliving and sign up for The Movement Living Wellness Newsletter.