Shocking final wish of woman who died by euthanasia revealed.
The boyfriend of a 29-year-old woman who died by euthanasia has revealed her poignant final wish.
29-year-old dies by euthanasia after birthday.
Zoraya ter Beek passed away at 1:25 PM on May 22, less than a month after her birthday.
Heart-wrenching backstory of Zoraya’s struggle.
The backstory of Zoraya’s struggle is both heart-wrenching and eye-opening.
Born in the Netherlands, Zoraya’s early years were marked by a loving family and vibrant childhood.
Loving childhood marred by teenage mental health issues.
However, her teenage years brought the onset of severe mental health issues.
Despite seeking help through therapy and medication, her conditions worsened.
Unbearable suffering led to euthanasia decision.
Over time, Zoraya’s suffering became unbearable, leading her to consider euthanasia.
According to a friend’s blog post, the Dutch woman had been transparent about her decision to seek assisted dying.
Dutch law provides pathway for irreversible suffering.
In the Netherlands, euthanasia is permitted for those experiencing unbearable suffering with no prospect of improvement.
Applicants must prove they are fully mentally capable and informed about their decision.
Zoraya’s struggle with anxiety and depression revealed.
Zoraya had been open about her struggles with anxiety, trauma, chronic depression, and an unspecified personality disorder.
She shared her journey with The Guardian, describing persistent self-harm and suicidal feelings.
Failed therapies push Zoraya to seek euthanasia.
After various therapies, medications, and over 30 sessions of electroconvulsive therapy, she found no relief.
Euthanasia became her final resort. “People think when you’re mentally ill, you can’t think straight, which is insulting,” she said.
Zoraya spends final moments with boyfriend.
Zoraya spent her final moments with her boyfriend, though details of her assisted death remain private.
A tribute believed to be from him captures his mixed emotions: “Now it’s quiet… no more texts… no tweets… no vague shizzle… no cat pictures… no motivational kick in the ass…”
Boyfriend sad yet happy after fulfilling her final wish.
He continued, “I am sad but happy at the same time. Sad to miss it, but there is so much understanding that the sadness doesn’t bother me.”
“Happy because her greatest wish could come true in the way she hoped and wished. That she could go to sleep forever.”
Zoraya’s death announcement reflected her desire to “go to sleep,” sharing her final wish.
Death announcement reflects Zoraya’s desire for peace.
“Her last wish/request is to leave her loved ones alone and, if possible, to swallow disrespectful reactions.”
“She understood that euthanasia for psychological suffering is still a ‘thing’ for some people.”
Zoraya details rigorous euthanasia process in Netherlands.
Zoraya previously detailed the rigorous process of requesting assisted dying in the Netherlands.
“I understand the fears that some disabled people have about assisted dying, and worries about people being under pressure to die.”
“But in the Netherlands, we’ve had this law for more than 20 years.”
“There are really strict rules, and it’s really safe. It’s a long and complicated process.”
Strict rules ensure safe euthanasia practices.
The Dutch euthanasia law, enacted in 2002, provides a pathway for those with irreversible suffering.
Yet, the process is thorough and demands multiple layers of medical assessment.
Zoraya’s journey through this process was long and emotionally taxing.
She endured extensive evaluations to ensure her decision was informed and voluntary.
Law’s safeguards prevent abuse and premature decisions.
The law’s safeguards aim to prevent any abuse or premature decisions.
Zoraya’s legacy sparks important conversations.
Zoraya’s story highlights the complexity and humanity behind such choices.
Her final wish was not just about her peace but also about respecting her loved ones.