The renowned radio host and one of the most trusted voices in the nation candidly and compassionately addresses the hotly contested right-to-die movement, of which she is one of our most inspiring champions. The basis for the acclaimed PBS series. Through interviews with terminally ill patients and their relatives, as well as physicians, ethicists, religious leaders, and representatives of both those who support and vigorously oppose this urgent movement, Rehm gives voice to a broad range of people personally linked to the realities of medical aid in dying. With characteristic evenhandedness, she provides the full context for this highly divisive issue and presents the fervent arguments—both for and against—that are propelling the current debate: Should we adopt laws allowing those who are dying to put an end to their suffering? Featuring a deeply personal foreword by John Grisham, When My Time Comes is a response to many misconceptions and misrepresentations of end-of-life care. It is a call to action—and to conscience—and it is an attempt to heal and soothe, reminding us that death, too, is an integral part of life. Don’t miss John Grisham’s new book, THE EXCHANGE: AFTER THE FIRM, coming soon!
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In einem sehr persönlichen und bewegenden Buch spricht Diane Rehm, die mit ihrer Radio-Show in den USA ein Star ist, über die schwere Krankheit ihres Mannes John. Sie erzählt von Gesprächen mit ihm, die getragen sind von tiefer Liebe, Vertrauen und teilweise bestürzender Offenheit. Sein Tod schließlich ist für die Autorin eine Heldentat, denn der an Parkinson leidende John nimmt sein Leben in die Hand und beschließt zu sterben: Er weigert sich, Wasser, Nahrung und Medikamente zu sich zu nehmen. Nach Johns Tod ist Diane Rehm auf sich gestellt. Sie ist gezwungen, unvermeidlich auftretenden praktischen und - noch wichtiger - tief emotionalen Fragen und Herausforderungen zu begegnen. Zurück im Leben beginnt sie für die Bewegung des „Rechtes zu sterben“ aktiv zu werden. Mit der tapferen Entschlossenheit, die ihr ganzes Leben charakterisiert , findet sie einen sinnvollen neuen Weg, um in der Welt etwas beizutragen. Ihr Buch ist Hilfe und Trost für Trauernde und gibt Hoffnung, wie wir selbst uns unserer Sterblichkeit annähern können.
In Toward Commitment, Diane Rehm, the nationally known Public Radio broadcaster, and John, her lawyer-husband, open up for the reader their marriage of over forty years, revealing their passionate bond as well as their points of conflict and frustration. In a series of surprisingly honest dialogues, they grapple with their pronounced differences of background, attitude, and expectation. Addressing difficult and important issues-from love and sex and raising children to dependence and independence, from spiritual differences to financial and social needs-Toward Commitment gives readers the opportunity to eavesdrop on a husband and wife bravely analyzing their relationship and confronting the issues that inevitably strain a relationship. Refreshingly candid, these perceptive discussions will resonate with any two people who care enough about each other to resolve their difficulties. A practical guide for married couples as well as a must-read for couples considering that commitment, this thoughtful and ultimately hopeful book will help them become closer than ever.