Shanen Baures - The Journey Within, End of Life Doula

Shanen Baures - The Journey Within, End of Life Doula There is no greater joy for me than to bring peace and stability during illness and at the end of life.

Providing peace and stability is my greatest joy in working with family. Allow me to serve you and your family to reduce overwhelm and any anxiety that is going on. Being a certified end-of-life doula and spiritual life coach enables me to bring deep assistance to you; I will enable you to focus on your family and loved ones...Let me take care of everything else! End-of-life doulas complement the work of medical professionals and hospice care, enhancing the overall quality of life during a person's final days. As a professional doula and ordained minister, I have the training and ability to remain present and grounded in the moment, providing a stabilizing force as well as a calming presence. This helps to reduce anxiety and can bring a sense of peace, often achieved through mindfulness practices such as meditation, prayer, and other comforting techniques. The sense of protective advocacy that is my calling leads me to educate families about what to expect during the dying process, demystifying the experience, and also causes me to remain vigilant that the desires and rights of the dying are upheld. Dignity requires that we work to facilitate a death that aligns with personal values and wishes. Overall, I can play a crucial role in providing holistic, compassionate care to individuals and families during one of life's most profound transitions.

Word for the Day —In end-of-life work, we are blessed twice: once in the sacred moment of giving or receiving love, comf...
10/07/2025

Word for the Day —
In end-of-life work, we are blessed twice: once in the sacred moment of giving or receiving love, comfort, or presence — and again later, when we remember the beauty of having shared something so tender and real.

09/20/2025

🌿 Thought for the Day: Every breath reminds us we are here, we are present, and we are not alone.

In moments of uncertainty, pause. Breathe. Find your center. Right now, you are safe, and you are supported.

💭 What helps you stay grounded when life feels fragile?

09/12/2025

🌿 Reflection for the Day 🌿

*Silence is not empty—
it is the hand that steadies us.
Gratitude is not just a feeling—
it is the seed that teaches us to bloom.

At the thresholds of life,
silence becomes a companion,
and gratitude a gentle light.
Together, they remind us
that even in endings,
there is beauty, peace,
and love that endures.*

💜 At The Journey, LLC, we walk beside others in life’s sacred moments, reminding one another that presence and thankfulness are the greatest gifts we can give.

09/11/2025

🌿 Thought for the Day 🌿

At the end of life, meaning is found not in what we owned, but in the love we shared, the presence we offered, and the peace we leave behind.

— The Journey Within, LLC

09/09/2025

Keep it simple. Lean into and breathe ~ through fear, don’t clutch your Made in China “Good Vibes Only” pillow while prioritizing woo woo over truth, caring, accountability. Laugh and play with children. Teach kindness. Practice kindness. That includes to and with our animal friends, and Nature. Get your heart moving every day. Say hello to strangers. Hello is such a wonderful word. Put your phone down and out of sight and notifications off wiener you can. You can.

09/09/2025

— DAILY INSIGHT — ✨
We cannot stop life’s final chapter from arriving, but we can fill it with presence, compassion, and love. Sometimes, the greatest gift we can offer is simply sitting beside someone and honoring their journey home. 🕊️



The Journey Within L.L.C.

09/04/2025

— THOUGHT FOR THE DAY — 🌿

In times of transition, when life feels uncertain and emotions run deep, gratitude has the power to ground us. It invites us to pause, breathe, and be fully present. Often, our presence — our quiet, compassionate being — is the greatest gift we can offer to those we love as they journey home.

✨ Holding space with heart, honoring every moment.
The Journey Within, LLC 🌿

09/03/2025

— REFLECTION OF THE DAY —

In the journey of life’s final chapter, you are never alone. Compassion, presence, and gentle guidance can ease the way, bringing peace to both you and your loved ones.

— The Journey Within LLC

09/02/2025

He is 85 and insists on taking his wife’s hand everywhere they go. When he was asked why his wife kept looking away, he responded, “because she has Alzheimer's”. Then he was asked, will your wife worry if you let her go? He then replied, ′′she doesn't remember anything, she doesn't know who I am anymore, she hasn't recognized me for years.” Surprised, I said, “and you have continued to guide her every single day even though she doesn't recognize you?"
The elderly man smiled and looked into my eyes and said, ′′she may not know who I am, but I know who she is, and she is the love of my life”

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08/30/2025

Daily Reflection 🌿

There are moments in life’s final chapters when darkness feels near. In those times, we are reminded that it isn’t only about seeking light — it’s about being the light. Through presence, love, and compassion, we can offer peace and comfort to those nearing life’s transition and to the hearts that hold them dear.

08/18/2025

--Thought For The Day--
In the stillness of each day, we are reminded that presence is the greatest comfort we can offer—softening the edges of fear and filling the space with peace. 🕊️✨

08/14/2025

🌿 Word for the Day 🌿
Peace is the gentle release…
a quiet returning to the silence beyond words,
where love and spirit remain whole.

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Providing peace and stability is my greatest joy in working with family. Allow me to serve you and your family to reduce overwhelm and any anxiety that is going on. Being a certified end of life doula and life coach enables me to bring deep assistance to you; I will enable you to focus on your family and loved ones...Let me take care of everything else!

I hold a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Psychology and have completed additional courses in Servant Leadership, as well as having an advance mentorship in end of life doula studies with Quality Life Care. I am highly experienced in offering health and companion care support through my experiences as a CNA and EMT (emergency medical technician). I am certified in CPR, AED, and first aid.