Category Archives: Lending Insight

“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
Posted on November 9, 2024 by Monica Salazar (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

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
Posted on October 27, 2024 by Mitch Lobrovich (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

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
Posted on October 11, 2024 by Monica Salazar (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

  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
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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Things I’ve learned About Loss by Dana Shields

Finding Comfort and Clarity in Dana Shields' Things I've Learned About Loss
Posted on September 15, 2024 by Monica Salazar (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

  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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“Dear Edward” by Ann Napolitano

Discover the poignant journey of Edward Adler, the sole survivor of a tragic plane crash
Posted on August 21, 2024 by Monica Salazar (Blog Writer) SevenPonds

Ann Napolitano’s novel “Dear Edward” delicately navigates the terrain between hope and heartache. The story follows 12-year-old Edward Adler, the sole survivor of a devastating plane crash, as he attempts to rebuild his life after the unimaginable loss of his … Continue reading →

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