Presenter: Richard Clarke

Service Associate: Carol Johnson

Richard Clarke will explore the Tibetan Book of the Dead as a guide not just for dying, but for living with clarity in the later years of life. Drawing on Tibetan Buddhist wisdom and the open, questioning spirit of Unitarian Universalism, he shows how the “Bardo”—the space between what was and what comes next—perfectly describes the transitions of aging. The talk offers practical insights on meeting fear, letting go, facing the mind honestly, and supporting each other through life’s biggest changes. It’s direct, relatable, and grounded in real experience—an invitation to approach the final chapters of life with steadiness, curiosity, and an open heart.

Topics: Spiritual Paths