23 Nov Death Cafe comes to Putney!
Death Cafés provide an experience for us to come together in a comfortable setting to discuss a wide variety of topics that surround death and dying.
The format is informal, and the event is free of charge. Space may be limited.
The increasingly popular Death Café is part of an international movement that started in Europe (www.deathcafe.com). Its purpose is simply to take the topic of death out of the closet and to offer an opportunity for people to talk. A Death Café is not a support group, a counseling session, or a workshop. It is simply a gathering of community members in a relaxed atmosphere, sipping drinks, enjoying a comforting snack and sharing engaging, thought provoking and life affirming conversation.
People around the world are discussing: What happens after death? How do I help my parents when they’re approaching end of life? How can we prepare for our own death? How does thinking about death improve my life? Differences in grieving rituals. Near death experiences. What’s a green burial? And much, much more!
Participants reported their Death Café experience as comfortable, supporting a full range of emotions – from tears to raucous laughter, easier than anticipated, energy charged, inspirational and fun. A few comments from participants :
“People spoke openly about their feelings and experiences of death, a conversation I’ve never been able to have before.”
“I experienced what I didn’t expect, though I really didn’t know what to expect.”
“I loved the range of ages in our group. I loved the new insights and perspectives.”
“This was awesome! Please do it again!