TED Talk by Judy MacDonald Johnston discusses end-of-life planning

May 28, 2013 Webmaster Reflections on Aging, Resource Links 0

In this recently published short TED Talk, Judy MacDonald Johnston deals with the serious topic of “Good End of Life Planning.”

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From the TED Talks page:

Thinking about death is frightening, but planning ahead is practical and leaves more room for peace of mind in our final days. In a solemn, thoughtful talk, Judy MacDonald Johnston shares 5 practices for planning for a good end of life.

Bio for Judy

By day, Judy MacDonald Johnston develops children’s reading programs. By night, she helps others maintain their quality of life as they near death. (Read more of Judy’s bio here.)

Judy’s side project is Good [End of] Life, a web resource that encourages people to discuss their end of life desires with their loved ones.

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