#354 – What the dying can teach us about living well: lessons on life and reflections on mortality | BJ Miller, M.D. and Bridget Sumser, L.C.S.W. | The Peter Attia Drive | Podwise
In this episode of The Drive Podcast, Peter Attia interviews Dr. BJ Miller and Bridget Sumser about the insights gained from working with people at the end of their lives. They discuss the physiological and emotional processes of dying, the cultural aversion to discussing death, and the differences between palliative care and hospice. The conversation explores the meaning of suffering, the importance of honesty and emotional courage, and the role of forgiveness, acceptance, and connection in dying. Ultimately, they discuss what the dying can teach the living about how to live more fully by cultivating emotional, spiritual, and relational awareness.
