In a world that often shies away from death, "The Last Ecstatic Days" invites us to embrace it
A documentary 🎥 about a man with brain cancer who uses viral social media posts to discover a death-care community—a 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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The Last Ecstatic Days is not just a film; it’s a movement that is reshaping our approach to death and dying. By harnessing the power of storytelling, this documentary connects us to a pressing societal issue—the stigma surrounding death—and transforms it into a conversation filled with empathy and understanding.
With an ambitious goal to reach 20,000 viewers worldwide, the film aims to spark important dialogues about end-of-life experiences, encouraging communities to embrace these moments rather than fear them. Furthermore, the initiative seeks to train and empower 50 death doulas, ensuring that compassionate end-of-life care is accessible to everyone, regardless of their circumstances. This is not merely about providing services; it’s about nurturing a culture where talking about death is welcomed and supported.
Through 20 Institute of Psychedelics and Death panels, the film brings together experts to explore the intersections of consciousness and death, paving the way for innovative approaches in end-of-life care. By fostering these discussions, The Last Ecstatic Days is redefining our collective understanding of death, transforming it from a taboo into a topic worthy of compassion, reflection, and community support.
Join the movement and help us shape a future where end-of-life experiences are filled with empathy, healing, and community. Together, we can turn fear into acceptance and create a more nurturing environment for everyone facing the end of life.
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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