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Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula
Join host Traci Arieli for "Comforting Closure," a podcast where the often silent topics of aging, death, and grieving are explored with compassion and clarity. Each episode features guests who share practical advice, emotional insights, and spiritual perspectives to illuminate these natural yet seldom discussed aspects of life. Dive into tender conversations designed to demystify and destigmatize these experiences, offering solace and understanding to those navigating life's final chapters. Grab a warm drink and find a moment of peace amidst profound transitions with "Comforting Closure."
Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula
From Fear of Death to Funeral Design: Ruby Cohen Love & Cafe Mortel
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In this episode of Comforting Closure - Conversations with a Death Doula, Traci Arieli speaks with Ruby Cohen Love, founder of Cafe Mortel, about reimagining what a funeral can be. Ruby shares her journey from struggling with fear of death and bipolar disorder to creating deeply personal and artistic memorials that reflect the true essence of a life.
Together, they explore how funerals and memorials can move beyond tradition, why planning ahead is a gift to loved ones, and how art, food, music, and personal storytelling transform grief into legacy. Ruby also opens up about envisioning her own funeral as a fashion exhibition, hosting “funeral rehearsals,” and her mission to design ceremonies that are authentic, beautiful, and sustainable.
Key takeaways:
- How fear of death can evolve into creative meaning-making
- The role of art, design, and ritual in end-of-life planning
- What it means to create a funeral that truly reflects a person’s life
- Why pre-planning is an act of love and service to family
- How Cafe Mortel helps people design unforgettable memorials
This episode will inspire you to think differently about funerals, death, and the legacies we leave behind.
Links/Resources
- Guest: Ruby Cohen Love – Cafe Mortel: https://www.cafemortel.world
- Host: Traci Arieli – Comforting Closure: https://www.comfortingclosure.com
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