This lecture explores the challenges of delivering death notifications, focusing on the psychological barriers that often lead to avoidance for first responders. Through a group-centered discussion, participants will engage in an ethical dilemma scenario to understand the complex factors at play, such as empathy, discomfort with uncertainty, and emotional burden. We will examine why professionals might avoid these difficult conversations and how this avoidance can impact both the messenger and the recipient. This lecture will offer practical tools and strategies to help participants address these challenges effectively, preparing them to deliver difficult news with more confidence, clarity, and compassion during their next notification. Core: Preparatory