Category Archives: care giving

What the Living Can Learn by Looking Death Straight in the Eye

Posted on July 9, 2018 by webmaven

A good review by Parul Sehgal of a new must read book by Sallie Tisdale: Advice for Future Corpses (and Those Who Love Them): A Practical Perspective on Death and Dying “Consciousness is no longer grounded in the body; perception … Continue reading →

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A Remarkable Reading

Posted on May 7, 2018 by webmaven

The other day I was doing a reading for a friend who is having some difficulties and I came across this passage: “No matter what I think is happening or what I think I see, I am only the Clear … Continue reading →

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Dr. Seuss’ Guide to Advance Directives

Posted on April 9, 2018 by webmaven

This is an absolute must watch!! Guide to Advance Directives in a fun and very clever rhyming format.   ZDOGGMD DR.SEUSS

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Everyday Buddhahood: Caregiving as Dharma practice

Posted on February 15, 2018 by webmaven

The teachings of how to be present with your work, cultivate “radical presence” allowing the mind to rest in this particular moment. This is a talk about the Mahamudra tradition by an experienced Buddhist chaplain. Can be used by Buddhist … Continue reading →

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Mindfulness in Motion

Posted on December 13, 2017 by webmaven

Mindfulness is a very valuable and accessible practice. So much is being written about it today! Don’t drive yourself crazy thinking that you can just sit and be mindful. It’s difficult, and, for most of us, what’s the use? Keep … Continue reading →

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Transitioning Caregiving to End of Life Care

Posted on November 10, 2017 by webmaven

Our book, Caregiver Revolution, shows how caring  for the elderly and those at the end of life can be a rich and rewarding experience. The chapters go through the various stages and requirements as your loved one, or, for health … Continue reading →

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