
A Matter of Death and Life
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Narrated by:
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Jim Frangione
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Pam Ward
A yearlong journey by the renowned psychiatrist and his writer wife after her terminal diagnosis, as they reflect on how to love and live without regret.
Internationally acclaimed psychiatrist and author Irvin Yalom devoted his career to counseling those suffering from anxiety and grief. But never had he faced the need to counsel himself until his wife, esteemed feminist author Marilyn Yalom, was diagnosed with cancer. In A Matter of Death and Life, Marilyn and Irv share how they took on profound new struggles: Marilyn to die a good death, Irv to live on without her.
In alternating accounts of their last months together and Irv’s first months alone, they offer us a rare window into facing mortality and coping with the loss of one’s beloved. The Yaloms had numerous blessings - a loving family, a Palo Alto home under a magnificent valley oak, a large circle of friends, avid readers around the world, and a long, fulfilling marriage - but they faced death as we all do. With the wisdom of those who have thought deeply and the familiar warmth of teenage sweethearts who’ve grown up together, they investigate universal questions of intimacy, love, and grief.
Informed by two lifetimes of experience, A Matter of Death and Life is an openhearted offering to anyone seeking support, solace, and a meaningful life.
©2021 Irvin D. Yalom and Marilyn Yalom (P)2021 Blackstone PublishingListeners also enjoyed...




















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and tribulations of aging and so many questions associated with dealing with death and life. Highly recommended!
Lovingly written, lovingly received
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I do believe Yaloms writings will remain as valuable classics as long as civilisation exits
Personally I find his writings outstanding. He inspired me to become a psychoanalytic psychiatrist - I love it!
The eternal Yalom face his fear
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High functioning co-dependence
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Beautiful
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Life A Matter of Death and Life is a lesson to all
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Powerful!
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Tear Jerker
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Lovely vulnerability
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This is a beautiful and moving story of love, loss, pain, and gratitude. I've already recommended it to several clients and family members. Thank you Dr. Yalom. You will live on for many generations to come because of your generosity in storytelling.
Another Vulnerable & Generous Sharing by Yalom
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Absolutely Beautiful
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