Humanist Book Group (Online): With the End in Mind by Kathryn Mannix

Humanist Book Group (Online): With the End in Mind by Kathryn Mannix

Organised by Humanist Society Scotland

Tuesday 5 May, 7:30-8:30pm

Online via Zoom

This event is open to the public. Please register in advance.

For Demystifying Death Week we’ll be discussing Kathryn Mannix’s book With the End in Mind on Tuesday 5th May at 7.30pm online.

An unprecedented book by palliative medicine pioneer Dr Kathryn Mannix exploring the biggest taboo in our society and the only certainty we all share, With the End in Mind is described as “illuminating and beautiful” by Cathy Rentzenbrink in The Times.

Told through a series of beautifully crafted stories taken from nearly four decades of clinical practice, Mannix’s book answers the most intimate questions about the process of dying with touching honesty and humanity. She makes a compelling case for the therapeutic power of approaching death not with trepidation but with openness, clarity, and understanding.

Our Book Group is drop-in friendly, attendance is flexible, and you join-in when you choose to, no guilt.

We aim to center the experience around relaxed and informal discussion, themes, and community. We value open dialogue, diverse viewpoints, and thoughtful exploration.

Enjoy lively conversation, and a Zoom room full of people who care about ideas, ethics, and being human in the world.

Kindly facilitated by our volunteer book group facilitators Gillian, Jenny, and Shelley.

We would like to foster a respectful and brave online space, where everyone feels welcome. We ask participants to be open to different interpretations and life experiences, and to listen actively with curiosity.

Find out more and book your place here.