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Dying Well

Is there a way to talk about death candidly, without fear ... and even with humor? How can we best prepare for it with those we love? This hour, TED speakers explore the beauty of life ... and death.

Jason Rosenthal: What Does the Loss Of A Loved One Teach Us About Life?

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Jason Rosenthal: What Does the Loss Of A Loved One Teach Us About Life?

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Jason Rosenthal: What Does the Loss Of A Loved One Teach Us About Life?

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Emily Levine: How Do We Make Peace With Death When It's Imminent?

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Emily Levine: How Do We Make Peace With Death When It's Imminent?

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Emily Levine: How Do We Make Peace With Death When It's Imminent?

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Michelle Knox: Can Talking About Death Take Fear And Stress Out Of The Inevitable?

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Michelle Knox: Can Talking About Death Take Fear And Stress Out Of The Inevitable?

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Michelle Knox: Can Talking About Death Take Fear And Stress Out Of The Inevitable?

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