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“Making Mobiles” by Karolina Merska

An artist’s manual on how to create beautiful Polish pajaki 

Karolina Merska’s beautiful book, “Making Mobiles,” is a loving ode to an almost-forgotten art. In it, she details how to craft Polish folk art decorations called Pajaki. Although they were more traditionally made and hung for holidays like Christmas and … Continue reading

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“The Top Five Regrets of the Dying” by Bronnie Ware

Explore the lessons learned from those facing their final moments, and how their regrets can inspire a more intentional life

After years working in the banking industry, Bronnie Ware embarked on a quest for renewal and purpose. “The Top Five Regrets of the Dying” reveals what she learned in a new role that would profoundly shape her understanding of life … Continue reading

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“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

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The Grief Cure by Cody Delistraty

Navigating the depths: finding meaning in grief through unconventional cures

  When Cody Delistraty’s mother died of cancer, he was devastated. As a burgeoning journalist in his early twenties, he turned to his training in reporting, diving into research, consulting experts and exploring the latest treatments for grief. His book … Continue reading

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“Enter the Void” by Gaspar Noé

A visually stunning, experimental film that follows one man through the afterlife

“Enter the Void,” directed by Argentine filmmaker Gaspar Noé, who lives in France, is a visually stunning, psychedelic exploration of one man’s journey after death. The film is renowned for its hallucinatory portrayal of Tokyo’s neon-lit underworld and its unconventional … Continue reading

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Things I’ve learned About Loss by Dana Shields

Finding Comfort and Clarity in Dana Shields' Things I've Learned About Loss

  After the loss of her younger brother in a plane crash, Dana Shields faced a challenging grieving process. With time, support from family and friends and guidance from a therapist, Shields gradually healed and gained valuable insights into the … Continue reading

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