An Unofficial Chronicle

consider journaling about these prompts, or going through these questions with a friend, partner, or loved one:

While reading through these, ask yourself: to what extent are our reactions to the questions below influenced by our past experiences, family’s practices, religious or spiritual beliefs and our heritage? 

• To what extent do you believe in a life after death? 

• How was death talked about in your family? 

• What most influenced your attitudes toward death? 

• How significant is religion in your death attitudes? 

• What circumstances would prompt you to refuse medical treatment for a dying family member? • Are you willing to be an organ donor? 

• Do you want to prepare your own funeral or memorial service? What would you include? 

• Are there beliefs about grief loss or death that you have changed based on new experiences? 

• How well equipped do you feel to sit with others who have gone through loss? What factors make that more difficult or challenging?