In dying, hearing is the last sense to go—so talking to or singing to someone even in a coma is productive—and playing a song a person loved as a child can soothe anxiety in their final moments, allowing them to cross over peacefully.
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Jennifer AakerEvidence Quote
“the sense of sound uh is the last to go. So even if they're in a coma, you know, talking to them is actually quite productive.”
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"How to Create a Meaningful Life in the Age of AI," Professor Jennifer Aaker— Stanford Graduate School of BusinessCreated: 6/18/2026, 2:18:03 PM
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