Anita Fetz, former Swiss politician and current board member of the assisted suicide organization Exit, emphasizes the importance of discussing death and dying. As the Palliative Week in Basel approaches, focusing on ‘living assistance and assisted dying,’ Fetz encourages individuals to create advance directives to clarify their medical preferences in case of incapacity. She highlights the need for discussions around self-determination in end-of-life decisions, especially among the aging population. With only 2% of Exit’s members opting for assisted dying, Fetz argues that confronting these topics is essential for fostering informed choices.