Journease Blog
The Journease blogs shares thoughtful guidance, practical tips, and gentle support.
Helping you feel more understood and supported along the way.
Why “Why Me?” Can Hold You Back After a Terminal Diagnosis
A terminal diagnosis has a way of stopping life in its tracks. Time feels different. The future collapses inward. And for many people, one question…
Eco-Friendly Funeral Ideas for Australian Families
As more Australian families look for ways to live gently on the earth, many are also rethinking how they say goodbye. An eco-friendly funeral is…
What Supplies You Really Need for a Home Funeral
One of the most common questions families ask when considering a home funeral is, “What do we actually need?” The answer often surprises people. A…
Creating Sacred Spaces for Dying at Home
When someone chooses to die at home, the environment around them becomes one of the most important parts of the care. Creating a sacred space is not about perfection…
What Does “Dying at Home” Really Look Like in Australia?
Choosing to die at home is a deeply personal decision. Many people express a strong wish to spend their final days in familiar surroundings, supported…
How an End-of-Life Doula Can Help You Get Through the Holidays
For many people, the holidays are a time of connection, celebration, and tradition. But when you’re caring for someone who is dying, grieving a recent…
How Doulas Help Ease Fear for Both the Dying and the Living
Fear is one of the most common and least spoken-about experiences surrounding death. It can arise for the person who is dying and for those…
Understanding Advance Care Planning in Victoria
Advance Care Planning is the process of thinking about, discussing, and documenting your preferences for future health care. In Victoria, it provides a clear legal…
What to Expect When You Hire an End-of-Life Doula
Facing the end of life, whether your own or that of someone you love, can feel overwhelming. Many people find themselves navigating a maze of…
Choosing Between a Funeral Home and a Home Funeral: Weighing the Pros and Cons
It breaks my heart each time I hear a story of an impersonal, rushed or too-expensive funeral that at best was devoid of meaning and…