Over the past decade or so, I have given much thought to what it means to be alive and what considerations we need to reflect on as we approach our deaths. This is not a topic that we readily discuss with family and friends and yet it should be. All too often, someone passes - whether anticipated or unexpectedly - with no wills, plans or even known wishes, resulting in huge stress and anxiety for those left behind. I urge you to open discussions with family and friends and begin to lay down plans for your wishes on your death. 

I am a proponent of any individual choosing to end their lives on the basis of having lived 'a completed life'. My memoir has this title and is an explanation of why I believe in the concept of a completed life. Euthanasia, assisted dying (AD), medical assistance in dying (MAiD) and voluntary assisted dying (VAD) are all becoming more widely accepted in society

for those who are terminally ill.

In recent times, those with mental and psychological conditions which lead to unbearable suffering and which are incurable, are also being allowed to access end-of-life options.

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It is my belief that one day, a completed life will be added to this list.