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A Beginner’s Guide to the End
544 pages, 2019
A Beginner’s Guide to the End by B. J. Miller and Shoshana Berger is the first and only comprehensive execution plan for the end of life. “There is nothing wrong with you for dying,” hospice physician B. J. Miller and journalist and caregiver Shoshana Berger write in A Beginner’s Guide to the End.
“Our ultimate purpose here isn’t so much to help you die as it is to free up as much life as possible until you do. ”Their book offers everything from step-by-step instructions for how to do your paperwork and get through the healthcare system to answers to questions you might be afraid to ask your doctor, like whether or not sex is still okay when you are sick.
BJ Miller encourages us to accept the fact that death is a part of life. Instead of fearing it, we should explore ways to make the end of life more comfortable and meaningful. This book is a great resource to start that journey.
A Beginner’s Guide to the End is packed with practical advice. From legal documents to dealing with grief, the book provides a roadmap to navigate the end of life. It's a must-read for anyone who wants to be prepared.
One of the key takeaways from the book is the importance of open communication about death. BJ Miller suggests that talking about our fears and wishes can help us and our loved ones cope better when the time comes.
The book takes a holistic approach to the end of life. It's not just about medical decisions, but also about emotional, spiritual, and practical aspects. It's a comprehensive guide that encourages us to look at the big picture.
Despite the heavy topic, A Beginner’s Guide to the End is surprisingly comforting. It empowers us to take control of our end-of-life journey and to make it as peaceful and dignified as possible. Check it out to find comfort and guidance.
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A Beginner’s Guide to the End is honest, funny, luminous, and essential. Full of real-world advice and hard-won insight, it's a practical guide to dying that is actually much more about living.
Lucy Kalanithi - Physician, AuthorThis book is a gentle, knowledgeable guide to a fate we all share. It is both a personal meditation and a practical road map to the end of life.
Andrew Weil - Physician, AuthorA Beginner’s Guide to the End is the book I wish I had to help me navigate the terrain of serious illness and death.
Atul Gawande - Surgeon, WriterThis book is a companion for anyone navigating the end of life, filled with practical advice and profound wisdom.
Elizabeth Gilbert - Author, SpeakerA Beginner’s Guide to the End is a book that every family should have, the equivalent of Dr. Spock but for this other phase of life.
Ira Byock - Palliative Care PhysicianRecommendations
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