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Author Archives: Mitch Lobrovich (Blog Writer) SevenPonds
“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
Posted in Something Special
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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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Keanu Reeves Tells BBC: “ I’m Thinking About Death All the Time”
The practice reminds him to appreciate each moment
Those familiar with the John Wick movie franchise know that the titular character spends a lot of time thinking about death – as in various ways to single-handedly dispatch a small army of villains – in each film. What has … Continue reading
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Thirteen Quotes About Love and Death
From Helen Keller to Emily Dickinson, writers contemplate the enduring nature of love and the pain of loss
The pain of loving someone and losing them is a universal and emotionally wrenching experience. Whether that person is a lover, a child, a parent or a friend, their absence throws us into a state of grief that can be … Continue reading
Posted in A Rite of Passage
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