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Death is scary. We don't want to think about the infinite unknown. And being a speck not more than star dust. But what if contemplating death is the way you live a fuller, more purposeful and happy life? [Episode 50]
Maura is the founder of Hello Mortal a platform dedicated to familiarizing us with the great unknown. Learn more about Maura:
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References from the show:
• The Denial of Death by Ernest Becker
• The Five Invitations by Frank Ostaseski
• A Beginner's Guide to the End by Dr. BJ Miller
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