Recently I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Anastasia & Humans, whose work focuses on thoughtful conversations about life, meaning, and so much more.
Anastasia wanted to know more about me and my work, especially funerals here in Spain, and the cultural differences I’ve noticed as a Brit living in Spain. Too often, we only talk about these things when we have no choice – when someone is dying or when a family is grieving. But there is something powerful about having these conversations earlier, when there is time to reflect and explore what really matters.
If you’d like to read the interview, you can find it here:
Substack:
https://substack.com/home/post/p-193359260
Instagram:
https://substack.com/home/post/p-193359260
What I take away from this piece is a reminder that talking about death isn’t morbid – it’s human. When we give ourselves permission to talk about it, we often end up talking about life: about values, memories, relationships, and how we want to be remembered.
These conversations don’t have to happen at the end of life. In fact, they are often easier and more meaningful when there is no immediate urgency. Some people simply want to understand their options. Others want to think about how their funeral might reflect their life. And sometimes people just want a safe space to explore questions that don’t often get asked.
If something in the interview sparks a thought, a question, or even just curiosity, you’re always welcome to get in touch.
I often say I have a lot of books in me waiting to be written. Right now I am working on my first book, but I also plan to tell the stories of my wonderful parents and what they taught me along the way.
You don’t need to be facing a loss or planning a funeral to start the conversation. Sometimes the most meaningful discussions about life, legacy, and what matters happen long before they are needed.
