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21 Best Books About Death, Dying & Accepting the Inevitable

Discover the best sad, uplifting, and nonfiction books about death, dying, and accepting the inevitable. Continue reading

9 Tips for Dealing With Your Mortality

It can be considered unusual to sit down and think about how and when we are going to die. When it comes to thinking about death and dying, we usually assume that we're going to... Continue reading

5 Tips for Mortals in Uncertain Times (Most Definitely Now, But Also All the Time)

If you're like me, you may find it nearly impossible to stop reading and thinking about COVID-19. I obsessively check Twitter. I'm in countless text and email chains on proper... Continue reading

Race, Social Structure and Who Gets to Have 'A Good Death'

"Six years ago after [college] graduation… it was becoming clear to me that existing in public puts me at risk to brutality, and sometimes death. Because I was living wit... Continue reading

How to Finally Accept Death & Cope With Mortality

There is a 100 percent chance that we are all going to die. While we know this and hear about death in all its forms, the topic of death is still taboo. In some societies, many... Continue reading

18 Discussion Questions About Death to Get You Thinking About Mortality

Questions about death can tend to creep up soon after suffering the loss of a loved one or when tragedy strikes. Western society, in general, is uncomfortable with the idea of... Continue reading

14 Great Books Like ‘When Breath Becomes Air’

Do you love cozying up with a good book? Some reads are like comfort food, perfect for a chilly evening. But others keep you on the edge of your seat, waiting to find out what... Continue reading

Gravestone or Cemetery Symbols & Their Meanings

What can gravestones and cemetery symbols tell us? Sure, you might see the name of a person and their date of birth and death, but on the surface it seems like it's simply an... Continue reading

COVID-19 Resources

With COVID-19 on everyone's minds, we know that more people are thinking about their mortality, worrying about loved ones, and feeling anxious about what's ahead. At Cake, we've... Continue reading

What Does a Death Doula Really Do?

What Does a Death Doula Really Do? You've likely heard of birth doulas, but what about death doulas? A death doula is a non-medical person who has special training to help them... Continue reading

21 Best Books About Death, Dying & Accepting the Inevitable

Books about death, dying, and grief can help us cope with grief at many stages in life. If you're interested in the subject of death, or you need to learn more to support someon... Continue reading

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