Shoji Bridge, Departure Doula

Shoji Bridge, Departure Doula Providing compassionate planning and non-medical holistic care for life’s final transition journey.

"Don’t be afraid of death; be afraid of an unlived life." – Natalie Babbitt, Tuck EverlastingOn Think About It Thursdays...
11/20/2025

"Don’t be afraid of death; be afraid of an unlived life." – Natalie Babbitt, Tuck Everlasting

On Think About It Thursdays, we ask the big questions—and uncover beautiful answers.

Let’s talk about how to live with purpose, how to support those at the end of life, and how to create a more compassionate world for all of us.

This week, we'll be talking about Advance Directives.

Save the date: Thursday, Nov. 20 @ 6:30
Register at the link in the comments.

🌟 Introducing HELP YOUniversity 🌟It's that time of year when we look back at what we've done and make plans for how we'd...
11/19/2025

🌟 Introducing HELP YOUniversity 🌟

It's that time of year when we look back at what we've done and make plans for how we'd like to expand and grow in the coming year. I've completed a lot of plans and resources for Shoji Bridge this year, and I'm thrilled about the launch of HELP YOUniversity, a new learning and community hub.

Whether you’re a caregiver, navigating grief, or looking for meaningful connection — you don’t have to walk this path alone. At HELP YOUniversity, you’ll find:
☑️ Free educational content
☑️ Paid courses tailored to your journey
☑️ Safe, supportive community groups

Sign up with your email to be the first to get updates, early access to courses, and special invites. (Link in comments.)

Together, we can create a community of healing, understanding, and growth.

Most people don’t want to talk about aging, illness or death… until it’s too late.But what if these conversations could ...
11/18/2025

Most people don’t want to talk about aging, illness or death… until it’s too late.

But what if these conversations could actually bring us more joy, purpose, and peace? By making time to face the taboo and fear around death and dying, we can make plans that will bring peace of mind to ourselves and those we love.

For Think About It Thursday this week, I'll be sharing information about all those papers, plans and pieces you need to understand and prepare. Joining in to listen and learn these things make them less intimidating. Because making plans now for the care we want at the end of our lives is a powerful way to mitigate fear and move on to a richer, fuller life.

📄 It seems I’m always talking about making your plans and taking care of the important documents you need before end of ...
11/17/2025

📄 It seems I’m always talking about making your plans and taking care of the important documents you need before end of life. I educate about it as much as I can here on social media, but it’s a lot and can be confusing.

Do you wonder what I’m even talking about?

I’m going to try to make things more clear this week when I debut: Think About It Thursday. I intend to offer free educational webinars once a month or so on a wide-range of end of life, death and dying issues. This week it’s Advance Directives and other end of life documents.

6:30 - 7:00 PM, Thursday , Nov. 20
💻 via Zoom
💬 Contact me to register - link in comments

I’ll try to make it as fun as possible and you’ll get a free guided meditation, checklist and glossary of terms for joining. 😊

Your end-of-life plans are a gift of love. 💌When your papers and wishes are clearly written, your family doesn’t have to...
11/12/2025

Your end-of-life plans are a gift of love. 💌

When your papers and wishes are clearly written, your family doesn’t have to make impossible decisions in the midst of grief. They can simply honor you.

My Advance Planning packages walk you through everything step by step - from advance directives to legacy journaling - with compassionate guidance along the way.

Let’s take this important journey together so you can rest easy knowing your loved ones have peace, not paperwork.

🌿 Send my a DM to learn more or schedule a free consultation.

You’re only as good as your word.I am hurt by how easily those in power neglect what they have pledged to us in exchange...
11/12/2025

You’re only as good as your word.

I am hurt by how easily those in power neglect what they have pledged to us in exchange for power and position. As a small practice owner, I could never continue to do what I do if I could not keep my word. Trust is the basis for every service, every conversation, and every agreement I will ever make.

The following is my mission and my promise to you: Shoji Bridge promises to provide compassionate, personalized, and holistic support to individuals and families navigating the end-of-life journey, so they can face it with presence, peace, and purpose.

✨ You won’t have to face this alone. Whether someone is dying or supporting a loved one who is, I offer presence and companionship through what is often a lonely, overwhelming time.

🌼 You will be seen as a whole person. Not just a patient, or a caregiver, or a griever. I acknowledge the spiritual, emotional, practical, and human layers of end-of-life.

🌱 You will have meaningful support, not just logistics. From legacy work and rituals to practical planning, my services go beyond checklists to offer meaning, peace, and intentionality.

🫂 Everything will be tailored to you. Whether it's daily check-ins or monthly touchpoints, in-person rituals or remote guidance, I center your needs and preferences.

Thank you for your trust in me.

You know you need to have your end-of-life planning done — but it can feel overwhelming to start. I can help. 🌸I’ll give...
11/03/2025

You know you need to have your end-of-life planning done — but it can feel overwhelming to start. I can help. 🌸

I’ll give you the information, answers, confidence, and support you need to complete all the papers, pieces, and plans that bring peace of mind to you and your loved ones.

✨ Choose the level of support that fits your needs:
📄 Papers – The essentials for $257
📂 Papers & Pieces – More guidance + extra tools for $427
🗂️ Papers, Pieces & Plans – Full support + personal coaching for $677

Save your family stress, confusion, and conflict later — and start your journey to peace today. 💜

🔗 Schedule your free consultation on the website or contact me to schedule now.

Inspired by Rachel Freed's "Women's Lives, Women's Legacies" and my years of working with people at end of life, 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 & ...
10/31/2025

Inspired by Rachel Freed's "Women's Lives, Women's Legacies" and my years of working with people at end of life, 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗲 & 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻'𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝗹𝗲 will be a way to help busy women live more consciously and peacefully, while supporting other women in a sacred, safe space.

Come to our free introductory webinar and learn:

What is a spiritual/ethical will
How to tell your story
How your legacy can heal you and your community

Tuesday, Nov. 4 at 6:30 p.m.
Via Zoom (Register for your link)
Free

Send a message or comment below for your link

🎁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 🎁Let's face it. We all have too much stuff and too many things. This holiday season, ...
10/31/2025

🎁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗚𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗮𝘀 🎁

Let's face it. We all have too much stuff and too many things. This holiday season, give your loved ones something more meaningful than stuff — give them peace of mind.

The "Papers, Pieces, Plans & Peace Kit and Kaboodle" helps your family easily find the important documents, passwords, and wishes they’ll need someday — all in one place. The kit is a compassionate way to show your family that your love and foresight extend beyond your lifetime. 💗

✨ Two options available:

Complete Planner Kit — $167
Includes your planner printed and organized in a 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝘅 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 — ready to fill and store securely.

Paper-Only Kit (by mail) — $75 + shipping
For those outside the local area who prefer to assemble their own.

📦 Local delivery and pickup available.
💌 Shipping available for paper-only kits.

Because the best gift you can leave your family is 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺, 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘦.

Most women don’t like to talk about themselves because they feel judged.But what if having deep and meaningful conversat...
10/30/2025

Most women don’t like to talk about themselves because they feel judged.

But what if having deep and meaningful conversations could actually bring us more joy, purpose, and peace?

The Love & Legacy Women's Legacy Writing and Art Exploration Circle is a welcoming space where we will explore how to live more fully by learning what truly matters about our lives and who we are. No judgment. Just truth, presence, and powerful connection.

Come as you are. Leave with more than you imagined.

Comment "in" below to register for the free webinar exploring the Essence of Womanhood and course preview next Tuesday, November 4, 6:30 p.m.

🍃 What does it all mean? Why am I here? Often, people facing a life-altering illness or those who are dying begin a sear...
10/29/2025

🍃 What does it all mean?

Why am I here?

Often, people facing a life-altering illness or those who are dying begin a search for these answers and meaning. But, to find joy and meaning and fulfillment, we should be asking and answering these questions today.

Join us for the Love and Legacy—a 12-week women's legacy writing and art experience where we explore these questions and leave a legacy for those who will come after us.

Next week, we'll offer a free sneak peak look behind the scenes of what our course will offer. Facilitated by Michelle Churchman, a departure doula and master grief companion (https://shojibridge.com), and Maria Davis of Studios, this event offers empowering insights, healing tools, and real conversations inspired by empowering women.

🗓️ 6:30 p.m. Eastern, Tuesday, Nov. 4
💻 via Zoom
💬 Contact one of us for your link to attend. Open to all women.

Let’s talk about who you are and why your life matters.

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