Alternate Endings - Six New Ways to Die in America
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking documentary that challenges societal norms surrounding death and examines innovative approaches to end-of-life experiences. Delve into six unique stories that showcase alternative ways individuals are choosing to face mortality, from eco-friendly burials to space-bound ashes. Gain insights into the filmmaking process, personal experiences of the subjects, and the importance of family involvement in end-of-life decisions. Learn about the "Five Wishes" form and its role in planning for one's final days. Engage in a candid discussion about designing more meaningful deaths and the growing movement for compassionate choices in end-of-life care. Reflect on the concept of "The Perfect Ending" and how it varies for each individual.
Syllabus
Introduction
How did you come to make this film
How did Perry and Matt find you
You are a subject
Five wishes form
Family role
Being there
Questions Answers
Thank You
The Perfect Ending
Compassion and Choices
Conclusion
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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