Not many people are likely to have thought of donating their body to medical science or a body farm. So, how does it work? What do you need to know? And could this be the right option for you?
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If you love the idea of becoming more comfortable with the idea of death, or are facing your own mortality and would like to spend some time surrounded by supportive people, then a death cafe might be perfect for you.
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From building a coffin from scratch to decorating a flatpack coffin delivered to your door, there are many options out there for creating your perfect coffin.
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There are so many options available today for taking the ashes of a loved one and using them to do something special and personal. Scattering the ashes, keeping them in an urn, or returning them to the earth as part of a tree pod burial are well-known ways of honoring a loved one’s memory. There
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A death doula — sometimes also known as an end-of-life doula, soul doula or death midwife — is a person who has been trained to offer support to a dying person in the last days, weeks or months before their passing. This support is often wide-ranging, and can also extend to the person’s family. So, what exactly can a death doula do, and is this service something you or your loved one could benefit from?
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Simple, yet beautiful, cremation stones — also known as cremation rocks, memorial stones, parting stones or solidified remains — are increasingly emerging as a way to encapsulate the essence of a departed loved one in a timeless work of art. Instead of an urn or box of ashes to be scattered or kept on display, cremation stones can be held and embraced, offering a tangible way to literally “keep in touch”. But what exactly are cremation stones and how are they made?
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In a green or natural burial, where importance is placed on sustainability and the environment, it seems strange to think of flowers as being not eco-friendly. After all, what could be more ‘natural’ than a beautiful flower arrangement or memorial wreath? However, the traditional bouquets that adorn caskets and funeral settings often don’t match with
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In the ever-evolving landscape of eco-friendly funerals, mushroom mycelium has emerged as a symbol of regeneration and environmental harmony. I know that when I first started my own research into natural burials, a company called Coeio, founded by Jae Rhim Lee, immediately caught my eye because of their mushroom burial suit. Lee’s promise was that
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Coral reefs are one of nature’s wonders. Often referred to as “the rainforests of the sea”, they are home to approximately 25 percent of all marine animals. The reef ecosystem is also exquisitely beautiful, as snorkelers and scuba divers around the world know. It’s therefore not surprising that so many people would love to become
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The act of scattering a loved one’s ashes after they’ve been cremated is a deeply personal one that allows us to honor their memory in a way that resonates with their spirit and their wishes. Whether they have been cremated traditionally or through water cremation, there are likely to be certain regulations, depending on where
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