In many South Asian families, we talk about everything except the tough stuff—illness, prognosis, end-of-life wishes. Out of love, we avoid it. Out of habit, we call it fate.

But the next generation is left guessing when it matters most.

This episode breaks down why advance care planning isn’t disrespectful—it’s clarity, comfort, and care for your family.

Let’s stop assuming. Let’s start talking.
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Show Notes:

Research/References:

1.  CFPC Guide to Advance Care Planning

2. https://bc-cpc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/ACP-Checklist_SPREAD.pdf

3.https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/people/seniors/health-safety/pdf/myvoice_feb2013_pun.pdf (punjabi), https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/people/seniors/health-safety/pdf/hindi_myvoice_feb2020.pdf (hindi)

4. Advance Care Planning in BC (youtube video in English with Punjabi subtitles)

5.Serious Illness Conversation Guide

6. Taking serious illness conversations seriously: Unveiling South Asian perspectives on advance care planning using the Serious Illness Conversation GuideIssue: BCMJ vol. 67 , No. 5 , June 2025 , Pages 166-173 Original Research