Why do we avoid talking about our own death? What are we afraid of? The discussion in “Dignity in Death” will begin to address these fears. Planning for the inevitable can move us from what has been taken away in our dying process to what we can take back to die peacefully. Modern medical technology and the healthcare system in the U.S. are designed to prolong life but can strip us of control over our own bodies and lead to more suffering. Each of us can manage our end-of-life by defining, while we are rational and competent, what is important to us. In the discussion we will uncover our values by clarifying our individual criteria of what makes a “good life” and what makes a “good death.” We will look at the present options for end-of-life and how each can fit our wishes and values. The discussion might be deeply personal, so not sharing will be perfectly acceptable.