Season 2 - Episode 3 - Self-Inquiry, Online Courses, and Being 'Certified'

death doula, grief, self-inquiry, emotional resilience, training, certification, community, resources, end of life, personal reflection

takeaways

Start volunteering to explore your interest in death work.Self-inquiry is essential before becoming a death doula.Understanding your own relationship with death is crucial.Grief needs tending; don't rush into this work if you're grieving.Emotional resilience is key when supporting dying individuals.There are no formal educational prerequisites to become a death doula.Community support among doulas is vital for success.Explore various modalities to enhance your doula practice.Utilize online resources and courses to expand your knowledge.Talking about death should be normalized in society.

Book recommendations: bookshop.org/DearPsychopomp 

Finding Peace at the End of Life - Henry Ferso-Weiss, LCSW: https://bookshop.org/a/111637/9781590035023

The Needs of the Dying - David Kessler - available online (I can't find a bookshop link for this one)

You can find me online at www.dearpsychopomp.com

or contact@dearpsychopomp.com

I hope your weekend is gentle and full of opportunities ♡