Ep 6: Facing Death with guest Jacqui Williams, end of life doula

Midlife Unfiltered: The Season Of Me

What would it be like to have an end of life doula by your side as you faced your own mortality? Yep … we’re going deeper into our conversation around death. Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb as they chat with their guest, Jaqui Williams, an end of life doula. You will hear:

> What is an end of life doula?

> How do we normalise death in a society that is reluctant to discuss mortality?

> The importance of having end-of-life conversations, creating legacy letters, and building compassionate communities.

> An exploration of the practical aspects of advanced care planning and the emotional landscape surrounding death.

We’re so glad you’re here. It’s time to live life on your terms. It’s time for Midlife Unfiltered.

Mentioned in this episode:

End of Life Doula Directory
Preparing the Way - Certificate IV End of Life Doula
Advanced Care Planning Australia

About our guest, Jacqui Williams:

Jacqui Williams is an End of Life Doula and Funeral Celebrant in the Brisbane, Redlands and Sunshine Coast Area.

Connect with Jacqui:

Website: https://endoflifetransitions.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/end_of_life_transitions

Connect with Anita and Erica:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.unfiltered
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midlife.unfiltered
Email: [e-mail]

About Anita McLachlan:

At the helm of Sequins and Sand for over 15 years, Anita has helped thousands of women feel more confident in their swimwear - and their bodies - as Australia’s Cossie Whisperer. She’s now turning her attention to supporting women in midlife to navigate this often tumultuous, but also very powerful time of life. Ultimately, her focus is now on supporting other midlife women to have the freedom and confidence to be themselves.

Connect with Anita:

Website : www.SequinsandSand.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sequinsandsand.com.au
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-mclachlan-b307869/?originalSubdomain=au
Email : [e-mail]
Passion Project : www.CossieConfidence.com.au

About Erica Webb:

Erica is a counsellor, somatic exercise coach and self-kindness advocate. As a highly sensitive person (HSP) herself, she supports other HSPs to navigate what it looks like to prioritise their own mental fitness, claim the self-care that truly nurtures their body and mind, and work through the unique challenges their sensitivity poses. Erica works with clients 1-1, as well as in her online program, SOMA:HOME and online membership space, the SelfKind Hub.

Connect with Erica:

Website: https://www.ericawebb.com.au
Email: [e-mail]
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkind
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericawebbselfkind/

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