In this heartfelt episode of Suga Snake Take, hosts Jake 'The Snake' Plummer and Suga Rashad Evans engage in a deep conversation with Eric Rooney. They explore the transformative power of facing death, touching on Eric's journey from a life-changing childhood experience to becoming a death doula. Topics include honoring loved ones, community grieving practices, and the importance of planning for our inevitable end. Rooney's compassionate and profound insights encourage viewers to live authentically and lovingly. For more resources on these topics, visit regenerationearth.org. 01:18 Meet Our Guest: Eric Rooney 04:12 Eric's Early Encounters with Death 07:26 From Plants to Death Advocacy 07:59 The Journey to Becoming a Death Doula 15:06 Human Composting Explained 18:32 The Right to Die and Legal Considerations 28:16 Personal Stories and Experiences with Death 38:40 A Difficult Decision: Choosing to Transition 40:25 Navigating Emotional Challenges 40:54 The Reality of Death: Breaking the Taboo 41:17 Empathy and Understanding in End-of-Life Care 44:19 Facing Fear and Resistance 45:04 The Role of Religion and Spirituality 46:56 Creating Safe Spaces for Emotional Release 49:04 Personal Stories and Reflections 52:33 Self-Care for Caregivers 59:23 Signs from the Other Side 01:06:25 The Importance of Plant Medicine 01:11:12 Concluding Thoughts and Resources