Honoring the spirit
Spiritual and dream experiences
As your loved one moves closer to death, they may begin to
alternate between the physical and nonphysical realms.
It is not unusual for the person to speak symbolically about
their death, asking for help to "pack my bags" or "go home."
Dreams of embarking on a journey are also common.
Your loved one may talk to people whom we cannot physically
see. Often this is a family member or friend who has died.
Sometimes the person will report seeing the place to which
they will travel after death. These experiences prepare a
person for death and are a normal, natural part of the dying
process. For the caregiver, this is an indication that your
loved one is in the final days of their life.
Encourage your loved one to talk about what they are
experiencing.
Be open to what they are sharing.
Do not try to talk them out of their experience.
If your loved one is frightened, offer comfort.
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