EPISODE · Jan 8, 2026 · 37 MIN
So... We’re All Gonna Die, Right?
from Things My Mother Forgot to Mention · host Jan Bergstrom and Patti Meyer
In this episode, we go there—into the deep, raw, and very real territory of death and dying. Sounds jolly, right? But seriously, it's the conversation no one prepared us for, and that’s exactly why we’re having it.We're getting honest about:Sudden loss and the trauma of unexpected deathThe weird things our brains do when we first hear someone’s goneThe difference between grief and the act of dyingEnd-of-life planning, medical aid in dying, and making peace with our mortalityAnd yes… the “Oh No” book, because someone’s gotta know where the passwords areWe laugh, we share personal stories, and we hope this episode helps you feel a little more seen and a little less alone.Find resources mentioned in this episode here.Learn more about this podcast here.Submit your 90-second lesson/experience here.Apply to be a guest here.Stay updated on new episodes here.*Information shared on this podcast is not medical advice. If you have a concern about your physical or mental health, please seek support from a proessional.
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In this episode, we go there—into the deep, raw, and very real territory of death and dying. Sounds jolly, right? But seriously, it's the conversation no one prepared us for, and that’s exactly why we’re having it. We're getting honest about: Sudden loss and the trauma of unexpected deathThe weird things our brains do when we first hear someone’s goneThe difference between grief and the act of dyingEnd-of-life planning, medical aid in dying, and making peace with our mortalityAnd yes… the “Oh...
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