Dying with Grace
In January of 2019, I embarked upon a Journey of understanding and honoring death, the dying process and our end of life transition. I felt called to this EOL Doula service years ago when at the bedside of a friend, I experienced an enlightening and deep remembrance of transitioning souls into the higher realms. My soul was calling loudly. During the Conscious Dying End of Life Doula Certification Program, I committed to myself that I would write and submit an article to our local E.P.I.C Magazine and it was published in the Jan/Feb 2020 issue.
Dying with Grace
Recently, an extended family member dealing with terminal cancer ended his life in a most violent way. When I heard the story, deep sorrow and grief arose from the depth of my core, not only for my family, but for all of humanity. In the aftermath, I was profoundly shaken and filled with unanswered questions.
In moments of self-inquiry I asked, “How does this happen? Where was his support? Was there a health care team in place for this precious being suffering with cancer? How unbearable the loneliness, mental strife, and sense of helplessness must have been; and the pain he must have endured to contemplate and follow through with such a drastic measure. How many other dying people are in such a state of despair that they would rather take their own lives? Did he know that there were options to die consciously?”
Christine Pollock
END-OF-LIFE DOULA
As a CDI Certified End of Life Doula, I have embraced my Soul's calling to honor and support sacred transitions for several years. I provide loving nurturing care for the body, mind and soul during the entire dying process.
Through heartfelt conversation, divine intuition, an array of healing approaches and spiritual resources I am that trusted guide.