Here’s a secret: none of us will get out of this life alive. So, why are we all so afraid to discuss death, dying and end-of-life issues? Growing Bolder is about living life to its fullest which means embracing every life stage, including death. That’s why we’re dedicated to fostering a positive national dialogue about death with dignity and proud to support organizations like Cornerstone Hospice.

We recently attended a special evening event benefiting Cornerstone and honoring our colleague Dr. Robert Masson.

One of the evening’s attendees was Joy Bell, who lost her husband Andrew to cancer just days before the event. She explains how Cornerstone turned a difficult and overwhelming time into something peaceful, powerful and highly personal.