Author Archives: Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

14 Existential Quotes That Will Make You Smirk

From Steven Wright to Rumi, these thinkers find the funny of existing
Posted on November 13, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Life can be a challenging ordeal that many of us take very seriously. But at the end of the day, none of us actually know what this is or what happens at the end of it. This cosmic joke is … Continue reading →

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“Caoineadh na dTrí Muire” (Lament of the Three Marys) by Áine

Áine brings an angelic freshness to a traditional Irish lament
Posted on October 23, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Even if you don’t understand a word of “Caoineadh na dTrí Muire” by Áine, you kind of get it. The music and singing is thick with sadness, grief and in this version of the song, hope. It’s a peculiar mix, … Continue reading →

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The Bizarre Phenomenon of Terminal Lucidity

This curious and profound experience stumps scientists to this day
Posted on October 9, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Many strange things can occur when someone nears the end of their life, but terminal lucidity might be one of the most peculiar. This phenomenon occurs when a dying patient suddenly has a brief and unexpected return of cognitive function. … Continue reading →

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“Enter the Void” by Gaspar Noé

A visually stunning, experimental film that follows one man through the afterlife
Posted on September 29, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“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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New Data Shows Which Groups Struggle to Find End-of-Life Care

End-of-life care can be beneficial, but not always accessible to all
Posted on September 19, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In an ideal world, everyone facing their final days would have access to end-of-life care. These services can help alleviate some of the stress associated with such an existential experience. Unfortunately, some groups have struggled more than others to obtain … Continue reading →

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“Change” by Big Thief

Big Thief paints a welcoming picture of change and death
Posted on August 23, 2024 by Aaron Weaver (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

There is no change without death. What once was must die to transform. It doesn’t have to be negative; it’s just part of the process. Big Thief embraces this truth and gently sends the message home on the band’s song … Continue reading →

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