How a Life-Changing ACCIDENT Sparked a MISSION to Talk About DEATH

Fully Fearless with Olivia de Sousa

In this episode of *Fully Fearless*, I sit down with Catherine Ashton, founder of Critical Info and host of the *Don't Be Caught Dead* podcast.

Catherine shares how a major car accident and the loss of a close friend led her to champion end-of-life planning. We discuss her journey through chronic pain, the importance of documenting your wishes, and how living authentically can make all the difference.

This powerful conversation dives into resilience, purpose, and why it’s essential to confront topics we usually shy away from.

🎯 Key Moments:

[00:00] Introduction: Catherine’s story

[00:22] Catherine’s car accident and its impact

[02:30] The inception of Critical Info after a friend's passing

[05:00] Facing life-changing surgery and chronic pain

[08:00] The 10,15 Sorted platform for end-of-life planning

[12:30] Discovering a new purpose after her accident

[16:00] Importance of documenting wishes and having conversations

[19:00] Catherine’s childhood experience with loss and its influence

[25:00] Lessons from hosting *Don't Be Caught Dead*

[30:00] Why life and death are intertwined

📌 Takeaways:

- Confronting death can change how you live; Catherine’s story is a testament to finding purpose in the face of challenges.

- Proper end-of-life planning eases the burden on loved ones. Start the conversation now, even if it feels uncomfortable.

- How you live impacts how you are remembered. Live authentically and make each moment count.

CONTACT OLIVIA:

Get your Miracle Mindset Meditation here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/766983/132336596087211718/share

Website: https://www.livvimusic.com/

CONTACT CATHERINE:

Check out Catherine’s podcast, ‘Don’t Be Caught Dead’: https://criticalinfo.com.au/podcast/

Business Website: https://dontbecaughtdead.com.au

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094865491683

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/critical_info_org/

LinkedIn Business Page: : https://www.linkedin.com/company/critical-info

LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-ashton-73254528/