Being Mortal

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Explore life's most difficult questions with surgeon Atul Gawande's compassionate examination of aging and mortality. Learn how to live meaningfully and die well in our modern medical age.

Face Mortality Wisely

What You'll Master

Understand the Limitations of Modern Medicine in End-of-Life Care

Learn why our medical system often prolongs suffering rather than enabling dignified, meaningful conclusions to life.

Explore What Makes Life Worth Living as We Age

Discover how to maintain purpose, autonomy, and joy even as physical capabilities decline and mortality becomes real.

Navigate Difficult Conversations About Death and Dying

Learn how to discuss end-of-life wishes with family members and healthcare providers in ways that honor everyone's values.

Consider Alternatives to Traditional Nursing Home Care

Explore innovative approaches to aging that preserve independence and dignity while providing necessary support and safety.

Make Peace with Mortality and Live More Fully

Transform your relationship with death from fear to acceptance, allowing you to prioritize what truly matters while you're alive.

Your Mortality Wisdom Journey

1. Confront the Reality of Aging

Understand how modern medicine has changed death and dying, and why we need new approaches to end-of-life care.

2. Define What Matters Most

Clarify your values and priorities to guide decisions about care, relationships, and how you want to spend your remaining time.

3. Live and Age with Dignity

Apply insights about mortality to live more intentionally and approach aging and death with wisdom rather than fear.

Begin Your Journey

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What Learners Say About the Course

"This app has been like finding gold. I'm learning so much more than I thought I would, and I can actually remember what I've learned."

"I love that the lessons are bite-sized and visual. Perfect for my busy schedule, and I actually look forward to learning each day."

"The visual storytelling makes complex topics so much easier to understand and remember. Best learning app I've used."

"This app has been like finding gold. I'm learning so much more than I thought I would, and I can actually remember what I've learned."

"I love that the lessons are bite-sized and visual. Perfect for my busy schedule, and I actually look forward to learning each day."

"The visual storytelling makes complex topics so much easier to understand and remember. Best learning app I've used."