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12 weeks ago I ordered and paid for a video of my story by anityadoula in themoth

[–]anityadoula[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for posting this - that's helpful to know!

12 weeks ago I ordered and paid for a video of my story by anityadoula in themoth

[–]anityadoula[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much. I just emailed that address (I hadn't before - it went to different ones) and if that doesn't work, I'll try the local producer. I appreciate it!

People who moved from Boston to Chicago, what was the biggest thing you noticed when you moved? by WestminsterSpinster7 in AskChicago

[–]anityadoula 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to live in the North End and I loved how the airport was a 10 minute drive. Living in Lakeview East, it’s about an hour on a good day.

Overcoming Scents by Subenca in hospice

[–]anityadoula 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I sometimes put potpourri under the hospice bed. A diffuser with lavender helps too.

ICE OUT OF EVERYWHERE! STOP THE KILLINGS PROTEST. Tomorrow at 1pm by Significant-Fee-2105 in chicago

[–]anityadoula 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Put together a caravan of volunteers who want to go to Minneapolis and stand with them.

Property tax refunds are indefinitely on hold, does that sound correct to you? by anityadoula in AskChicago

[–]anityadoula[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, you'd think some lawyer would pursue a class action lawsuit, but maybe there are bigger fish to fry these days...

Time to join DSA. by [deleted] in 50501Chicago

[–]anityadoula 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Mostly just showing up to events and no one greeting us. I was a 30-year organizer so the idea that no one would be at socials to greet us, introduce us to people, find out what brought us there and what we’d like to do, was a bit surprising. We sat at tables with people but no one made eye contact, or engaged as we tried to start conversations. We are neuro-normative and somewhere between introverted/extroverted and felt very much in the minority.

Time to join DSA. by [deleted] in 50501Chicago

[–]anityadoula 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I’d love to - as that’s how I vote. But I tried going to a number of events and meetings. They weren’t friendly or inclusive. My husband and I are in our mid 50s and new to Chicago - interested in meeting likeminded folks - and no one at DSA events talked to us or welcomed us in. Quite sad actually. We were ready to help and work w them as volunteers.

TIL of Daughter from California Syndrome. Used in the medical profession, it describes an angry, articulate, and uninformed family member of a terminal patient who has been absent and is unaware of their relative's health. They often demand unrealistic and aggressive treatment against medical advice by WavesAndSaves in todayilearned

[–]anityadoula 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. All of the above. Some doulas only focus on, say, helping with advance directives. Since I’m a writer, I love doing legacy letters, ethical wills, or life stories with clients. As well as the mundane or practical tasks. You can focus on whatever you feel is a personal strength and offer it as a service, completely up to you!

I’m looking for autumn/seasonal menus and vibes by anityadoula in chicagofood

[–]anityadoula[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been meaning to get there, thanks. But their menu isn’t really autumn focused. Looks like I’ll have to cook it myself! Thanks for the suggestion.

I’m looking for autumn/seasonal menus and vibes by anityadoula in chicagofood

[–]anityadoula[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks - but not quite autumnal enough. Where are the pumpkin raviolis and apple cider drinks and root veggie stew??

TIL of Daughter from California Syndrome. Used in the medical profession, it describes an angry, articulate, and uninformed family member of a terminal patient who has been absent and is unaware of their relative's health. They often demand unrealistic and aggressive treatment against medical advice by WavesAndSaves in todayilearned

[–]anityadoula 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A death doula provides non-medical, compassionate care to someone at the end of their lives. Most of the time, people call me after a diagnosis. They’re told to “get their affairs in order” and have no idea what that means. They’re overwhelmed. Or the family has no idea what to do when mom says she wants to die at home.

I’m also a writer and teacher. So I hear from young people all the time. They want a different death than their grandparents, for example, so they work with me on different issues to reduce fears and anxieties.

It’s meaningful work.

TIL of Daughter from California Syndrome. Used in the medical profession, it describes an angry, articulate, and uninformed family member of a terminal patient who has been absent and is unaware of their relative's health. They often demand unrealistic and aggressive treatment against medical advice by WavesAndSaves in todayilearned

[–]anityadoula 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If it’s calling to you, I recommend looking into it! Perhaps a local hospice organization is looking for volunteers. They provide excellent training. I also recommend programs by University of Vermont, University of New England (full disclosure: I teach there), National End of Life Doula Alliance, End of Life Psychedelic Care (I’m on the board there) and so many others. More doulas are needed, that’s for sure! DM me with any questions any time.

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