Calls us to stop and face the five spiritual crises - loss of faith, despair, impatience, pride and greed - the five remedies - inspiration, hope, patience, humility, and generosity - that are pivotal moments on the journey of life and death. Along with each of these remedies, O'Brien offers meditations, prayers and a summons to communal support. She stresses what is crucial - living well and dying well requires us to love and accompany one another.