Death pulled up a chair

Death pulled up a chairby: Josh PatrickPublished on: 06/08/2026

Josh Patrick shares what he learned from death doula Jeffrey Deckman about dying, near-death experiences, and why death itself may not be what we fear. A thoughtful conversation about mortality, peace, and preparing for life's final transition.

Death
Death pulled up a chair

Such a long, long time to be gone

Such a long, long time to be goneby: Josh PatrickPublished on: 30/07/2026

Josh Patrick reflects on witnessing both of his parents experience deathbed visions before they passed away. Exploring hospice research, the idea of a liminal space, and the mystery of life after death, he asks what really happens at the end of life.

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Such a long, long time to be gone