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Author Archives: Mitch Lobrovich (Blog Writer) SevenPonds
“How to Host a Viking Funeral” by Kyle Scheele
Scheele's quirky, creative quest to help others release regrets is amusing and touching
No one is immolated in “How to Host a Viking Funeral,” although more than 20,000 regrets scribbled on paper do go up in smoke, along with a rather impressive-looking cardboard Viking boat. The event, documented in this entertaining tome, was … Continue reading
Posted in Lending Insight
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Laura Murphy Takes Solo Honeymoon After Fiancé’s Death
Social media postings bring her solace, support and thousands of followers
What would you do if your fiancé died a month shy of your wedding day? Shut down emotionally? Fold into a fetal position and not get out of bed for a month? Well, Laura Murphy decided she would go on … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
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“See You Again” by Carrie Underwood
In this power ballad about sudden loss, death isn’t the end
Some songs about death convey the anguish of loss, resonating with sadness and poignant recollections of the one who has died. But Carrie Underwood’s “See You Again” attempts to uplift with a hopeful tone and production, despite the tragedy that … Continue reading
Posted in Expressive Music
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Kawamura Hospice Seamlessly Fuses Nature with Indoor Spaces
Award-winning design by Yamazaki Kentaro creates a soothing environment
The connection between the natural world and human health is deeply ingrained in Japan, from Shinto and nature worship, to forest bathing (shinrin-yoku), to the tradition of harmoniously blending gardens and architecture. Japanese architect Yamazaki Kentaro brings those cultural values … Continue reading
Posted in Soulful Expressions
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Funding from Billionaires is Seeding Promising Research on Longevity
What some see as the indulgence of elites may benefit us all
Billionaires who’ve been spending millions on longevity research to significantly extend lifespans – even “solve aging” – have been criticized as selfish and potentially foolhardy by some. But their efforts may end up producing just-in-time breakthroughs as humanity draws closer … Continue reading
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Alexithymia: Why Some People Feel Nothing When Someone Dies
People with alexithymia struggle to recognize emotions
We expect someone who loses a loved one to be overcome with grief and express that sorrow through tears, words and body language that convey deep sadness. So it’s vexing to people when someone appears to feel nothing. The cause … Continue reading
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