SerenAging with Suzanne

04/23/2026

If you were to live each day as if it were your last, you might engage in certain activities that could be considered extreme, but by reframing the idea to focus on living a full and present day, each day as "one little lifetime," (Suzanne O'Brien) a shift in perspective occurs.

Serenity, Suz ☮️💚🐞

04/20/2026

🤝Join the Movement
✍️Learn the Skill
🙌Change the World

Serenity, Suz
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BRIDGE STREET TODAY!

Free World Training Day
Wednesday April 22.
➡️ https://training.doulagivers.com/a/2148256093/zxvpFmw7

04/18/2026

📺 📣 Tune in to Bridge Street on Monday (National Death Doula Day) where I will be joining Amanda Lamen from Aging Advocates CNY to discuss the valuable role of death doulas in our community. 💜

Serenity Suz,
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04/18/2026

Here is the link:
https://training.doulagivers.com/a/2148256093/zxvpFmw7

Death Doula World Training Day.
"Join the Movement, Learn the Skill, Change the World."

Serenity, Suz
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A Global Invitation for Caregivers & End of Life Practitioners: Free Death Doula World Training Day

If you are a caregiver, aspiring death doula, supporting someone with a serious illness, or simply want to be prepared for one of life’s most important moments—this training is for you. On April 22, the 8th Annual Death Doula World Training Day offers a free, live global training for caregivers, led by Suzanne B O'Brien RN.

In this powerful and gentle 90 minute session, you will learn what to expect in the final phase of life, how to provide comfort and presence, how to understand the natural dying process so fear can soften, and how to support your loved one with dignity and peace.

Reserve your free spot and join this global movement to bring education, empowerment, and love back to end-of-life care: https://event.webinarjam.com/4kv5v/register/xrykyh9?webinar_id=21

04/16/2026

📣 National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) is observed annually on April 16.

On this day adults are encouraged to plan for future healthcare needs, document their wishes, and appoint a healthcare proxy.

When you ensure medical preferences are known and in writing before a health crisis, you ease the burden for loved ones.

🤩Decide, Discuss, Document.

This is the core message that encourages individuals to make decisions, talk about them with loved ones, and create written advance directives.

‼️The Quality of Life, Living Well, Peace of Mind Planner from Doulagivers is a
Workbook /Guide I can help you complete. Let's ensure you know your options and consider thoughtful and intentional plans for aging and beyond. 🚀

Serenity, Suz
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9️⃣ A Free 9 Choice Document to help get you thinking is in the comments below. ⬇️

04/15/2026

This perspective can change our experience so much. 💜

Serenity, Suz
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We’ve been taught to treat death like a problem to fix…
But what if it’s actually a moment to honor, support, and deeply witness?

This shift in perspective changes everything for the person dying and the people who love them.

Listen to the full conversation on Ask a Death Doula

04/13/2026

💝 Taking lessons from those nearing the end of life keeps us grounded in what it means to LIVE fully and presently.

Serenity, Suz
☮️💚🐞

04/05/2026

May your day and season be filled with light, love and meaningful connections. 💜

Serenity, Suz
☮️💚🐞

04/03/2026

☮️Do you have a plan for navigating the options when this happens to you or a loved one?

💚Having these conversation helps to ease fear and bring peace of mind.

🐞What if you or your loved one has dementia and you haven't made a plan...

(Dementia Advance Directive in comments ⬇️).

🙋‍♀️ What does Quality of Life mean for you?




Serenity, Suz
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