Love Does Not Know Death by Adam Rizvi

In this special episode, Adam takes the spotlight as Stephan interviews him about his newly published book, 'Love Does Not Know Death.' 

The conversation delves deep into Adam's unique perspective as a neurocritical care doctor who has seen countless patients at the end of their lives. They discuss the inspiration behind the book, touching on themes of spiritual transformation, the physical and emotional aspects of dying, and the profound insights that have come not only to Adam in his practice, but to the patients themselves as they reach the end of their lives. 

Stephan and Adam also explore the challenging yet rewarding process of writing the book, offering a glimpse into Adam's own spiritual journey and how he uses storytelling to convey powerful truths. An enlightening discussion for anyone intrigued by the intersections of medicine, spirituality, and the human experience of death.

Here's a link to purchase your own copy of Adam's book: https://a.co/d/5FZ6r7e

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:49 Adam's New Book: Love Does Not Know Death

04:30 The Journey of Writing a Book

05:24 A Memorable Patient Story

09:44 Lessons from Death and Forgiveness

14:02 Challenges in Healthcare and Healing

19:10 The Deeper Meaning of Healing

23:10 Facing Mortality and Embracing Life

31:09 Embracing the Messiness of Terminal Diagnoses

33:03 Healthy Responses to Death

34:35 Guilt and Burden in Facing Death

37:40 The Power of Self-Love in Facing Death

38:45 The Transformative Process of Writing

45:24 Insights on Writing and Creativity

53:55 Conclusion