If we are all going to die...
why don't we live like it?
My name is
I help people explore death before they have to
...so they can live fully and die well
Let's recreate your relationship with life through death
Yes, actually. I'm here to help you safely explore this inevitable part of being alive.
The part we usually ignore until we can't ~ death, dying, loss & mortality.
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If you're wondering if this is for you...
Are you a human being?
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Then you meet the requirement & belong here... welcome.
This work is for anyone, anywhere, at any age and stage of life.
You don't need to be dying to work with me ~ but you might be.
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Because the truth is ~ we are all going to die.
Yes, even you & and your loved ones (crunchy, I know).
And yet, most of us are far better prepared for our next vacation
than for the one journey we are all guaranteed to take.​​​​
So, why does this matter?
Most people don't think about death until its unavoidable.
Whether through diagnosis, caregiving, loss, or a moment that quietly changes everything.​
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And when the reality of mortality shows up, whether our own or of someone we love,
it tends to be chaos that we experience as we are no longer able to look away.
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We realise all that's left unsaid, undone & unlived.
We scramble. We guess. We disagree.​​​​
We overthink, overdo, overwhelm.
We grieve & we regret.
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And we focus so much on the leaving that we are unable to fully be with living what is left.
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Avoidance is understandable. It's just not very helpful.
And none of this is wrong. But it is really hard.
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I've been there.
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As the one supporting the dying and their loved ones or those grieving a death,
as the one caregiving and grieving myself, and even as the one facing my mortality.
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I've both lived & witnessed the chaos.
And if this is what you are experiencing, or have experienced ~ you're definitely not alone.
That's why this work matters & why... I do what I do.
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I've experienced what happens when we decide to
stop pretending and start preparing intentionally.
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And it's something truly foundational & transformational.​
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Our personal version of peace in life and death becomes more possible
because we recreate our relationship with them through being inspired by...
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Care for ourselves, our loved ones & the world.
Clarity with living what's left & how we leave it.
Calm instead of chaos ~ now & when the time comes.
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Imagine living the rest of your life with a foundation of calm, clarity & care.
Living it fully because you know what you want to be & do while you're here.
That's all possible when we explore the end of it with the same intention.
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And I'm not promising some miracle solution that makes this part of life easy.
But I am saying it is possible to find more ease in this part of life that usually isn't.
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Whether you are diagnosed or dying, supporting someone who is, grieving someone who has died,
or you're done pretending you're not going to... I'm here.
So, how can I actually help?
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The Death Compass
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We will take the traditional approaches to death and deepen them...
one step at a time with what's real, true & meaningful ~ for you.
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We do this by not only preparing practically but also by
exploring, contemplating, navigating & preparing for your life as well as the end of it
mentally, emotionally, physically, spiritually and relationally.
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And because of my unique combination of professional and personal experience, this doesn't just look like paperwork & writing down passwords (don't worry ~ we will do that too).
It can look like meaningful conversations while walking trails and paddling lakes.
It can look like recording memories or recipes for yourself & your loved ones.
It can look like finally planning & going on that trip you've dreamt of.
It can look like making more time for the activities you enjoy.
It can look like learning to breathe & be with what is.
It can look like being present with your people.
It can look like a life well lived daily.
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But most importantly, it is about feeling at ease with your life & death...
Every day along the way and when the time comes.​​
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We will recreate your relationship with this natural part of being human by
inviting your mortality to transform from the monster​ under your bed to the mentor lying in it.
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Think of my offerings as the place where education, exploration & experience meet.
Where practical planning supports personal possibility.
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I will always approach death as the life transition that it is.
Helping you feel educated, empowered and at ease with your choices.
Ready to live what's left with clarity about what matters ~ to you.
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Whatever experience has brought you to this work... you're in the right place.
Lets work together to discover your unique vision & reality
of what it means to live fully and die well.
There is no better way to explore how I can help than to take time to be together.
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This first chat will take place online, or if you prefer phone you can let me know when booking.
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Whether this is your first conversation about death or you're ready to dive in to planning...
I'm here & ready to meet you where you are.
Explore my approach, why our relationship with death matters at any age & stage as well as how it might possibly change what's left of your life too.
What if death could be the best life coach you've never had? ​​​​​​
Explore the different ways you can take your first steps toward your mortality... in your own way. This can be wading in the shallows or taking a deep dive.
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Self-paced, companioned or both. The choice is always yours.
Explore who I am, how my life led me to deathwork and what it might be like to work with me in navigating your own unique relationship with being human.
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It's also okay if I'm not a good fit, I can help you find one.​
TESTIMONIALS
Reflections from clients...
“I wasn't sure if working long distance with a coach (especially about death) was going to be as effective, but if anything, Jen made me realise that true support can come in many forms and from any distance"
Samantha, UK
There is nothing better than word of mouth from real people who I have supported.
It's a big step to trust someone to support you around death, dying, loss & mortality.
I encourage you to explore all your options, experience my offerings
& if it seems like I'm someone you want to expand with...
Let's work together in a way that is best for you. ​​
Let's get to know each other...
Contact Jen by email and take your first step toward easing your life & how you leave it...
Fill in the form or email info@re-creation.ca