What Matters Most: Diane Button on Living, Dying, and the Conversations We Need to Have

What matters most when we are faced with illness, aging, loss, and the end of life?

In this episode of Exit Strategy, Stephanie Garry speaks with Diane Button, author of What Matters Most, about the questions that often become clearer as we confront mortality — and why having these conversations before a crisis can make all the difference.

Diane shares insights into living with greater intention, identifying what gives our lives meaning, and creating space for honest conversations about what we want, what we fear, and what matters most to us.

Their conversation explores the importance of talking about end of life not as something frightening or morbid, but as an opportunity to clarify our values, strengthen relationships, and make sure our wishes are understood.

In this episode, Stephanie and Diane discuss:

• Why conversations about what matters most should begin before a health crisis
• The difference between simply planning for death and planning for the life we want to live
• How our priorities can change as we age or face illness
• The importance of knowing and communicating our values
• Why families sometimes struggle to have meaningful end-of-life conversations
• How asking the right questions can bring greater clarity and connection
• What it means to live — and ultimately die — in a way that reflects who we are
• The role of family, caregivers, and loved ones in these conversations
• Why it is never too early to begin talking about what matters most

At Plaza Jewish Community Chapel, we believe that end-of-life conversations are an important part of living fully. They can help families navigate difficult moments with greater understanding, compassion, and confidence.

A conversation about death can ultimately be a conversation about life — and about what matters most.

For information and to purchase Diane’s book, visit https://www.dianebutton.com

To learn more about Plaza Jewish Community Chapel, visit https://www.plazajewishcommunitychapel.org

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