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While We're Still Here

Kathy

125 episodes

1 week ago

I enjoy learning about word origins and phrases. Listen in and learn about some yourself today. You already know the theme.... Send us a text Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Facebook: While We're Still Here Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score. The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush...

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I enjoy learning about word origins and phrases. Listen in and learn about some yourself today. You already know the theme.... Send us a text Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Facebook: While We're Still Here Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score. The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush...

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Episodes (20/125)

While We're Still Here

How About a Little Fun?

I enjoy learning about word origins and phrases. Listen in and learn about some yourself today. You already know the theme.... Send us a text Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Facebook: While We're Still Here Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score. The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush...

1 week ago

7 minutes

While We're Still Here

Once you acknowledge you will die someday, it can impact your daily life. Choices you make may be different in light of accepting that your life will end. Consider preparing for a trip. You may make airplane purchases, hotel reservations, and put together the clothing you want to bring along. I am not going to say I prepare for everything but, in most things humans undertake, there is some planning and preparation. Preparing for our death can bring peace of mind and even comfort. What about p...

3 weeks ago

15 minutes

While We're Still Here

Meet John Wenderlein! Pastor, Author, and Hospice Chaplain

I am happy to introduce you to John. His experiences with those at the end of life as well as families and staff who support them are inspiring. His immense compassion and wisdom makes me want to chat with him all day. He will share terrific stories and insights. 3:48 - Pain isn't only medical 34:00 Suicide is mentioned 54:00 Hope of tomorrow 103:40 Caregiver fatigue Book - "Remember Me, End of of Life Stories Through the Eyes of a Hospice Chaplain" Book - "Delayed Honor" Book in progre...

1 month ago

1 hour 46 minutes

While We're Still Here

Remember Ken? We Continue our Thought-Provoking Conversation

I have received fabulous feedback about Ken. I am so glad we were able to talk as much as we did so that you can hear more of his thoughts on dying and death. 11:00 "I'm gonna die someday so I don't think I want to spend my time doing that" 13:30 "Acceptance that we will die is a 'ticket to life'. 26:10 Last ice cream. Send us a text Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Facebook: While We're Still Here Starting with Epis...

3 months ago

28 minutes

While We're Still Here

Who is Your Village?

A care home employee mentioned to me that she asks new clients "Who is Your Village?" Wow, what an eye opener for me! I have family, friends, coworkers, etc. When it comes to my time of need, Who is My Village? Who is there to keep an eye out for me, answer a call for help, or even give me a ride? If you've realized you have a village--Good for you! However, is there someone you know without a village? Do you need to be their village? Can you be that role for someone, even if you ...

4 months ago

15 minutes

While We're Still Here

How Would You Live Like You're Dying? Meet Ken and Learn How He Does It!

Caution: Suicide and alcoholism/addiction are mentioned in this episode. Ken is a man who gripped me right away. His energy and thought processes are such as I had not encountered previously. We enjoyed talking together so much I divided the episode into two parts. This is Part One. 12:53 Ken paraphrases an important message from a distinguished author and claims it as his way of life. 15:33 If I'm going to live, this is my chance, or "ticket to life". https://www.nightingal...

5 months ago

1 hour 14 minutes

While We're Still Here

A Friendship Forged Out of a Question: Can We Let Bygones be Bygones?

My dear friend Nan died too young. She was getting her life on a safer track only to be struck down by an unexpected work injury. We weren't always friends, but the statement above changed it all, for the better. Send us a text Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Facebook: While We're Still Here Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this s...

6 months ago

12 minutes

While We're Still Here

Curious About Hospice Services? Meet Nicole!

Nicole is the Bereavement Coordinator for Chaplaincy Hospice. She explains the services offered, community outreach, and support for families. We covered so much in this interview. Take a listen. 22:00 Who can utilize Bereavement Services? 39:30 Normalize death 61:06 Contact Tri Cities Chaplaincy and Cork's Place 509-783-7416 (ext 3006) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/98651688-where-did-benjamin-go https://tccbestlife.org https://headsuptc.org Send us a text Listen and r...

6 months ago

1 hour 3 minutes

While We're Still Here

Take Time to Reflect - What You Recall May Teach You

Hello! During my time off I have continued learning, and the learning included the benefits of reflection. Not rumination - Reflection. Reflecting on experiences or conversations can spark an idea or emotion. These reflections may propel you forward. They could teach you a different way of thinking or behaving. They can also open a window that had long been closed. Listen to my reflection about my dear friend Nan. Send us a text Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com R...

6 months ago

12 minutes

While We're Still Here

I'm Back. I've Missed You. Can We Talk?

After a break since July, I am happy to say I have made adjustments in my life and I want to continue our death conversations. I have an interview coming up I know you'll enjoy. This is what I want to do. I want to share with you all the things I hear about dying and death. Can we talk? Send us a text Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Facebook: While We're Still Here Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. ...

6 months ago

5 minutes

While We're Still Here

Some Goodbyes are Easy, Some Remain Difficult Forever

Send us a text I am not saying goodbye today. I am saying so long for now. I didn't realize how quickly this day would arrive but here I am. Please reach out to me through my email or Facebook or LinkedIn. I'll be around in one form or another. Pausing feels right. I hope you understand. Have a question or topic you'd like to explore? I'm still here.... While We're Still Here (Facebook) https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathybraydoula/ kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Listen and read my blog: h...

1 year ago

13 minutes

While We're Still Here

Our Kids Don't Want Our Stuff, and Other Thoughts

Send us a text Boy, what a tough few days I have had. There has been a lot of emotion churning inside me. I'll let you listen, but here are some key points in my mind that I want to get across to you: 1. We hope to always have our memories, and therefore we buy things to memorialize special occasions or events, hoping that somehow the stuff will allow us to recapture the feelings from that event or occasion - to take us back there, even for just a moment. 2. It's Our life, and it's Our ...

1 year ago

29 minutes

While We're Still Here

The Winds of Change

Send us a text They're coming. We can't stop them. Change happens. How will you face change? Winds of Change, song by The Scorpions Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score. The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush Pouch - maddelinesplushpouch@gmail.com

1 year ago

20 minutes

While We're Still Here

Life Span or Health Span - How Will You Spend Your Last Decade?

Send us a text This is not a repeat episode but a repeat topic with a bonus - more updated information for us to consider as we age and face our end of life. While We're Still Here Episode dated 09/20/2023 "Are You Living Your Last Decade? How Would You Know That?" https://peterattiamd.com/start-here/ https://www.selfauthoring.com/ https://chriskresser.com/ 988lifeline.org Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Starting w...

1 year ago

35 minutes

While We're Still Here

When We Rush, We Miss Stuff - Can We be as Slow as Snails?

Send us a text Snail mail that is. For years now, email has replaced old-fashioned "snail mail", which itself has been shadowed by the faster communication options such as texting and so on. Nonetheless, sometimes, receiving a written letter brings familiar memories. Listen to how Postal Service for the Dead helps us stay connected to ones we've lost. https://sleepysue.studio/ look up workshops Send your letter to: Sleepy Sue Studio P.O. Box 31412 Los Angeles, CA 90031 Listen and ...

1 year ago

21 minutes

While We're Still Here

Keep On Learning

Send us a text I'm learning that I keep learning everyday. I'm sharing some of that learning today and hope to inspire you all to grab learning where you can get it. I learn professionally, of course. In my life and relationships, I appreciate the opportunities to learn because, positive or negative, there are nuggets for me to take into new situations and old ones. https://fivewishes.org Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Sta...

1 year ago

16 minutes

While We're Still Here

Just the Facts!

Send us a text Here are some facts that I consider to be important reminders that we have work to do before we die. Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach out to me if you want the score. The logo artwork was provided by Maddie's Plush Pouch - maddelinesplushpouch@gmail.com

1 year ago

5 minutes

While We're Still Here

Is Laughter the Best Medicine?

Send us a text Dr. Mandar Kataria thinks so, and many professionals agree. In the grief space, being able to find my laugh again was a big step forward to healing. Recently in a webinar, a doula mentioned laughter yoga. I marked that in my notes. I looked it up and signed up for an online class. How was it? Listen in... https://laughteryoga.org Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was a...

1 year ago

6 minutes

While We're Still Here

Let's Take a Journey Through Grief - Meet Susan!

Send us a text Susan is a woman you won't forget. Here's her story....BUT THERE IS A WARNING: Adult topics like suicide are mentioned. Please call 988 if you or someone you share this with may be struggling and want to speak with someone who can help. This episode has so many nuggets I don't want you to miss any of them. Here is a list of nuggets I hope you can find in this episode: mamma bear, despair, invisible losses, laughter, loneliness, dating, button, little reminders, gratitude, b...

1 year ago

1 hour 11 minutes

While We're Still Here

More from Elizabeth Kubler Ross on Grief

Send us a text I found this piece and wanted to share it with you all. Many of us are familiar with the stages of grief Dr. Kubler Ross established for terminally ill patients. What you'll hear in this episode may validate some feelings around grief. Listen and read my blog: https://whilewerestillhere.com Reach me at kathy@whilewerestillhere.com Starting with Episode 56, the episode music was added. It was composed, produced and provided by Kyle Bray specifically for this show. Reach...

1 year ago

11 minutes