Frank Ostaseski

About the Author

Frank Ostaseski is a renowned teacher and pioneer in the fields of end-of-life care and contemplative practices, with over four decades of experience guiding individuals through the profound mysteries of death and dying. As the founding director of the Zen Hospice Project in San Francisco, he has touched countless lives by integrating mindfulness and compassion into palliative care, helping people find peace and meaning in their final chapters. His work draws from deep spiritual traditions and personal insights gained from accompanying thousands on their journeys toward death. In his acclaimed book, The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully, Ostaseski distills these wisdom teachings into five essential invitations that encourage readers to embrace life's impermanence, live authentically, and cultivate profound gratitude. Through his writings and teachings, he inspires a transformative approach to living more fully in the present moment.