The Soul Midwives' Handbook: The Holistic and Spiritual Care of the Dying

what is intimacy without humanity?

After a few visits, the dying person often appeared to cheer up and feel a bit better. Was it that the atmosphere around them had changed? At that time I didn’t know much about energy medicine, but companionship, listening, holding hands and a little bit of singing seemed to work wonders.

There are countless stories of early Soul Midwifery. In ancient Hebrew, Sumerian and Egyptian times, priestesses were trained in music, healing arts and high magic, using chant, sacred dance and healing herbs. These wise women carried great wisdom and knowledge,

A good death is a wonder. It is a healing experience for everyone involved – something to be celebrated.