Sarah Wildman reflects on her daughter Orli's impending death and the discomfort that doctors displayed when her family wanted to discuss the reality of it, emphasizing how critical frank and empathetic discussions can be. 'Orli's questions about death weren't always met with the honest answers she deserved. Instead, the focus was often on keeping hope alive, even when hope felt tenuous, which left us grappling with lingering questions about what was left unsaid during her final days.'
Wildman powerfully asserts that confronting the reality of death provides a unique opportunity for patients and families alike. 'Health care providers must cultivate an environment where discussing end-of-life is not shunned, allowing families the space to address their love, regrets, and fears openly. It's not sadness we need to avoid, but the regret of unasked questions and unexpressed love as life comes to a close.'
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