Episode 48: What animals want us to know about death and grief, with Dr. Linda Bender

In this episode, we're joined once again by Dr. Linda Bender - veterinarian, author of Animal Wisdom: Learning from the Spiritual Lives of Animals, and longtime advocate for animals around the world.

Together, we explore some of life's biggest questions through the lens of our relationships with animals. Linda shares her perspective on the spiritual nature of death and dying, what animals have taught her about letting go, and how they may continue to guide and support us even after they've passed.

In this conversation, we explore:

What "spirituality" means in the context of our relationships with animalsHow animals experience the dying processGuilt, grief, and making end-of-life decisionsProcessing suffering, loss, and uncertaintyWhether communication with animals can continue after deathReincarnation, souls, and the enduring bonds we share with animals

We welcome you to this gentle conversation about death, love, grief, and the lifelong connection between humans and animals.