The end-of-life doula profession has been gaining attention — have you noticed? Stories about death doulas are appearing in publications like People and Town & Country, and celebrities such as Nicole Kidman and Rainn Wilson have openly shared their interest in the work. But while the profession may feel “new” to many people, end-of-life doulas have been supporting individuals and families through death, dying, grief, and legacy work for years. How do we protect the heart of E

End-of-life planning often feels like a topic reserved for older adults, but Episode 5 of the Endings IRL podcast challenges that idea. Hosted by Jessica, a certified end-of-life doula and owner of Empowered Pathways LLC, this episode explores why millennials and younger generations should engage in end-of-life conversations. If you think end-of-life planning is something to worry about later, this episode offers a fresh perspective that might change your mind. Why Millennial

This week, we're busting more hospice myths and misconceptions in Episode 4 of the Endings IRL podcast. "Shattering More Hospice Myths" takes a closer look at what comfort care really means, explores the role of pain medications at the end of life, and addresses the fear that hospice somehow hastens death—a belief that often keeps families from seeking the support they need. Before we wrap up, we also preview next week's episode, where we shift the conversation toward youn

Convenient, predictable doula support on your schedule. Empowered Pathways founder and end-of-life doula Jessica is now offering doula pricing packages. Buy 5-10 hours of virtual, face-to-face, or hybrid services at once, then enjoy priority scheduling, predictable support, and less time making payments. Doula packages are available for EOLD services like: Face-to-face and companionship visits Vigil support Distance reiki Creative writing sessions Legacy project planning Eco-

The Endings IRL podcast is moving along, with Episode 2 available now. EP. 2, "What Is an End of Life Doula?" examines and explores the roles of an EOLD—what they do, what they don't do, and how they support individuals and families through one of life's most significant transitions.

The Endings IRL podcast is moving along, with Episode 2 available now. EP. 2, "What Is an End of Life Doula?" examines and explores the roles of an EOLD—what they do, what they don't do, and how they support individuals and families through one of life's most significant transitions.