A man faces his greatest fear: death
A documentary đ„ about a man with brain cancer who uses viral social media posts to discover a death-care communityâa journey of teaching the world how to see and sit with fear, transforming it into acceptance, love, and the ultimate care.
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In a world where death is often shrouded in stigma, "The Last Ecstatic Days" emerges as a transformative documentary that invites us to embrace the end-of-life journey with empathy and love. This powerful film not only chronicles the story of a man facing brain cancer but also ignites a movement aimed at reshaping our understanding of death and dying.
With a bold goal to reach 20,000 viewers globally, the film's impact campaign is set to spark crucial conversations about death, leading to a profound cultural shift. By training and empowering 50 death doulas, the initiative aims to provide free end-of-life care, ensuring that compassion and support are accessible to all, regardless of age. This effort highlights the reality that nearly 25% of hospice patients are under 65, breaking the misconception that end-of-life care is solely for the elderly.
Moreover, "The Last Ecstatic Days" seeks to host 20 panels through the Institute of Psychedelics and Death, bringing together experts to explore the intersections of consciousness and mortality. This approach not only enriches our understanding of the dying process but also fosters a community of support and healing.
By sharing these stories and insights, the film challenges us to rethink our relationship with death, encouraging a narrative that embraces acceptance and love. Itâs a call to action for society to transform the way we view dying, ensuring that it is accompanied by empathy, healing, and a sense of community.
Impact Goals
Our 2024 Impact Campaign Goals:
1. Train and empower 50 death doulas with impact partners to provide free end-of-life care.
2. Reach 20,000 viewers worldwide to transform the stigma around death and facilitate nurturing end-of-life conversations.
3. Host 20 Institute of Psychedelics and Death panels to bring awareness and reflections on the intersection of conscious psychedelic, death, & adjacent practices.
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