In this episode, we’re asking a question that most of us spend our lives trying to outrun: What does it actually mean to have a "good death"? It’s a heavy topic, and I’ll be the first to admit that exploring this territory can feel very disconcerting. Today, I’m sitting down with Rose Zeeland, who looks at the end of life through a unique, dual lens as both a Certified Financial Planner and a Death Doula.

We aren't just talking about the clinical or the legal "stuff" here. We’re digging into the emotional and logistical challenges that start to feel much more real for those of us in our 40s and 50s. I’ve often found myself thinking about the "way less life going forward" part of the journey, and Rose offers a perspective that’s grounded in both professional expertise and deep human care.

In this episode, we explore:

The Transition: Why Rose believes midlife is the critical time to start these honest investigations.
The Family Table: How to have those necessary discussions with the people you love without it feeling morbid.
Logistics vs. Legacy: Navigating the complex financial wealth management side while holding space for the emotional weight of loss.
Being the Support: What it looks like to walk alongside a client or loved one through their final transition.

I’ll be honest—I teach this kind of stuff, and I still find it difficult to apply to my own life sometimes. Rose is a fellow traveler who provides more than just a checklist; she provides a way to navigate the uncertainty with a bit more grace. Whether you're a business owner in transition or just someone trying to figure out how to support a parent, I think you’ll find this conversation as helpful as I did.

How are you handling the "un-talkable" conversations in your own life?