Episode 70
Death, Acceptance and Buddhism with Jill McClennen
TW: We talk about sexual assault this episode for a about a minute starting at 32:50. Please be advised.
In this episode of 'Dine with the Divine,' host Ashley welcomes Jill McLennan, a certified death doula and grief coach, to discuss her journey through death and grief, and how Buddhism has shaped her life and work. Jill shares her personal experiences and the core teachings of Buddha that influence her practice. The conversation extends to the historical impact of Buddha's teachings and their potential influence on other philosophies, including those of Jesus. Jill also talks about her podcast 'Seeing Death Clearly' and her work at 'End of Life Clarity.' The episode concludes with a vegetarian recipe for Buddha's Delight and reflections on life's impermanence.
00:29 Meet Jill McLennan: Certified Death Doula
02:17 Jill's Journey to Becoming a Death Doula
25:03 Introducing Buddha's Delight: A Vegetarian Dish
27:55 Exploring Buddhism: Jill's Personal Journey
50:30 Introduction to Buddhism
01:03:18 The Story of Buddha
01:16:12 Conclusion and Farewell
Jill McClennen is a certified death doula, grief coach, and the "Seeing Death Clearly" podcast host. Beyond her role as a death doula, Jill is also a trauma-sensitive yoga instructor. She incorporates movement, reiki, and shamanic healing techniques to assist clients in addressing their fears surrounding death, coping with grief, and finding peace around the end of life. Her journey as a death doula has profoundly shaped Jill's perspective on life's priorities. This transformation fuels her mission of helping others clarify their core values, regardless of the time they have left. Through her podcast, Jill engages in meaningful discussions with various guests about death, dying, grief, and how to live life fully. She advocates for open, honest dialogues about death, dying, and grief among friends and loved ones, including age-appropriate discussions with children from an early age.
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