About me
Arielle Friedtanzer, M.A., has spent the last seven years trying to convince people of all ages that talking about death will not make it happen any sooner. Trained as an interfaith chaplain with a background in Judaic studies, bioethics, and social work, Arielle has offered countless opportunities to individuals of all ages and background to explore their experiences with advanced-care planning, loss, death, and grief. During the pandemic, Arielle hosted a weekly Facebook Live series, Millennials and Mortality Mondays, and began facilitating virtual memorials and celebrations of life. Arielle is determined to reduce the stigma around aging and the fear of death by helping people have these thoughtful conversations early and often, and she feels tremendous privilege in being present with individuals and families during these difficult, but intimate moments. Arielle lives in Los Angeles with her husband, Abe, as well as their daughter and dog! She attended List College, and loves to travel, cook, host, and talk about death and grief. She loved being part of the Cornerstone team in 2022 and 2024, as well as seeing everyone at Leaders Assembly, and she looks forward to meeting new people and engaging in exciting new conversations at Cornerstone 2025!
