Death Anxiety

Are you anxious about death? If so, you need this course!

What you'll learn

How anxiety about death may be reduced/overcome

How to come to peace with mortality

Whether one should take life seriously

Whether there is any point being anxious about death

Requirements

A quiet, peaceful room in which to watch - and ponder.

Description

This course was created by the actor (and very elderly gentleman) Peter Thomas. Peter starred in many major films and acted with internationally famous actors. Peter also appeared in popular TV series in the 1960s, perhaps the most famous is Dr. Who. It was talking about his time in Dr Who that - indirectly - lead to this course. Dr. Who 'died' several times and always seemed to come back albeit in a different form., Is that why he never seemed to be anxious about death?we are all going to die and no-one knows for 100% sure what then happens - so why worry? Surely it would be better to worry about being alive as, as we all know, we can experience loss, pain, grief and despair.This course deals with:The feeling of dread that many have about deathWhether we should take life seriouslyWhether death is really 'letting go'The problem of lifeDeveloping a healthy relationshipStop fearing deathGuidance neededThe power of questionsThroughout the course questions are asked - of you, the enrolled student. So please be prepared to participate.It is a very short course - rather like life itself - but you are encouraged to go slowly and ponder over each lecture and any attached resources.But, is this course really for you?If any of the following categories resonate with you then – yes!Individuals with Death AnxietyPeople experiencing persistent fears of death, the unknown, or existential dread.Individuals diagnosed with thanatophobia (fear of death) or general anxiety disorders related to mortality.Those who want practical tools to manage intrusive thoughts and emotions surrounding death.2. Caregivers and Healthcare ProfessionalsCaregivers for terminally ill patients or elderly individuals who want to better understand how to address death-related anxieties.Nurses, doctors, hospice workers, and palliative care professionals seeking strategies for supporting patients (and their own mental health) when dealing with end-of-life conversations.Mental health professionals who want to expand their knowledge and tools to help clients with death anxiety.3. Individuals Facing Terminal Illness or AgingPeople with terminal illnesses who are struggling with their mortality.Elderly individuals who may feel anxious about the end of life and want to find peace or acceptance.Family members of terminally ill patients who need support in addressing their own fears and providing comfort to their loved ones.4. Young Adults and TeenagersAdolescents and young adults who are beginning to grapple with existential questions about death and meaning in life.Students in high school or college experiencing death anxiety due to personal loss, exposure to mortality concepts, or general existential exploration.5. Spiritual Seekers and Philosophical ThinkersIndividuals interested in exploring existential questions, spirituality, or philosophical perspectives on death.People who want to find meaning and purpose in life while addressing their fears of mortality.6. People Grieving a LossThose who have recently lost loved ones and are experiencing heightened fears about death (their own or others').Individuals seeking emotional tools to process grief and its connection to existential anxiety.7. General Self-Help AudienceIndividuals interested in personal growth and self-help, who want to build resilience and reduce anxiety, including fears about death and the unknown.People seeking mindfulness, meditation, and grounding techniques to improve their overall mental health.8. Parents and EducatorsParents or teachers looking for ways to discuss death and mortality with children or students in a healthy and constructive way.Adults who want to model healthy coping mechanisms regarding existential fears for the younger generation.9. Religious or Non-Religious AudiencesPeople exploring spirituality or alternative perspectives on life, death, and the afterlife (e.g., religious individuals, agnostics, or atheists seeking peace with mortality).Those curious about how different cultural or spiritual traditions address death and dying.10. Artists, Writers, and CreativesCreatives who want to explore death and mortality as a theme in their work and are seeking deeper personal insight.Individuals in the arts who often reflect on existential themes and want to process their own fears in a constructive way.One more thing: WATCH THE PREVIEWS FIRST!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Introduction

Section 2: Your own death

Lecture 2 How?

Lecture 3 Cemetery Plots

Lecture 4 Advanced decision

Lecture 5 Forgiveness and redemption

Section 3: The Death of a Loved One

Lecture 6 A series of steps

Lecture 7 Whilst your loved one is still alive

Lecture 8 Stages

Lecture 9 Everything is NOT OK

Lecture 10 What will happen

Section 4: Feelings

Lecture 11 Feeling of dread

Lecture 12 Feeling of dread - extension

Lecture 13 Feeling of dread - Case Study

Lecture 14 Should we take life seriously?

Lecture 15 Extension : taking life seriously?

Lecture 16 Case Study : Taking life seriously?

Section 5: Letting go

Lecture 17 I will not really be letting go

Lecture 18 The problem of life

Section 6: Relationship

Lecture 19 Develop a healthy relationship

Lecture 20 Stop fearing death

Lecture 21 Extension : Stop Fearing Death

Lecture 22 Case Study : Overcoming death anxiety

Lecture 23 Case Study : At Peace with Mortality

Lecture 24 Guidance needed

Section 7: Questions

Lecture 25 The power of questions

Parents and Educators,Religious or Non-Religious Audiences,Young Adults and Teenagers,Caregivers and Healthcare Professionals,Anyone anxious about death,Individuals Facing Terminal Illness or Aging,Spiritual Seekers and Philosophical Thinkers,People Grieving a Loss,General Self-Help Audience,Artists, Writers, and Creatives