Miriam O'Mahoney aka Kelsang Dechok: Breaking the Taboo: A Discussion About How Life Ends

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Dying but Were Too Afraid to Ask Miriam will lead a discussion, modeled on the popular “Death Cafes” that have sprung up in countries around the world. Using her training in Reflective Agreement Process, i.e. active listening, she will support participants as they air their questions, beliefs, fears, and hopes about the final chapter of life. Miriam O’Mahony, also known as Kelsang Dechok, has a background in world religions, philosophy and theology, nutrition and alternative medicine. She worked as a Polarity therapist, Nutrition and Lifestyle Counselor, workshop leader, and teacher on Long Island and NYC for 30 years. She is a widow with 2 children and 5 grandchildren. Dechok, an ordained Kadampa Buddhist nun, has meditated for over 40 years and has worked with many clients, relatives, and friends in their transition.