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| Death Is But A Dream: Book Review | Image source: Dr Christopher Kerr |
I received a review copy of the book Death is But a Dream by Dr Christopher Kerr in exchange for an honest review.
If I had to describe this book in one word, I'd say: beautiful!
Dr. Christopher Kerr, a hospice doctor, learned about a very peculiar experience that people who are about to pass over go through.
It all started when one of the veteran nurses of the hospice predicted the death of a patient when she heard about what the patient was dreaming about.
Of course, as you'd expect anyone to respond, Dr Kerr was initially dismissive about what she said about the patient, only to later find out for himself that she was indeed correct.
Death Is But A Dream Review
This book speaks about how people towards their end have very realistic dreams, unlike any dream they've ever had before. They dream of their loved ones who have passed over comforting them-- a common phenomenon they noticed in many terminally ill patients.
Dr Kerr and his team conducted a study in the hospice regarding this phenomenon and found that quite a lot of people were experiencing similar kinds of dreams a few days before dying.
Dreaming about their loved ones and their regrets somehow brought peace and closure to those nearing the end. It gave them peace and hope that everything was fine and cared for.
This book is a collection of stories of Dr Kerr's patients. People from different backgrounds and ages, with distinct histories of trauma and regrets, have explained what they dreamed of and how their dreams in their final days helped them process their regrets and traumas.
Their dreams helped them be at peace and shed the fear of death.
Why Read This Book?
Death is the only constant in life. The thought of death is a matter of fear for most of us. The fear of dying and the pain of losing our loved ones is scary.
I believe this book can help here.
It was a very comforting read, and it made me wonder what lies beyond what we see, the possibilities and the mysteries of this world.
If you are currently suffering from a terminal illness or if you know someone who is terminally ill, this book is a must-read. It might help you be peaceful.
It's a must-read for health professionals as well. Even though we witness death more frequently than anyone else, we often don't know how to comfort patients in their final moments (beyond the medical procedures and meds).
It's a good reminder that when that day comes when all the medications and advanced techniques are no longer enough to keep it going, health professionals must listen to their patients and make their departure as comfortable as possible. Instead of dismissing what they are experiencing, listen and acknowledge their experience. It is compassion that works better than any medicine at that point.
Final Thoughts
I'm really grateful to those patients who came forward to share their stories, and I'm thankful to Dr. Kerr for sharing those stories with us. I'm sure this book will bring peace to those who are about to cross over and their grieving loved ones.
I recommend this book to everyone because we all will witness death at some point in our lives-- be it us or our loved ones.
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