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Tag Archives: Gratitude
“The highest tribute to the dead is not grief, but gratitude.”
- Thornton Wilder
Posted in A Rite of Passage
Tagged appreciation, end-of-life inspiration, Gratitude, Hope, Inspirational Quotes, Quotes
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Conducting A Life Review Before Dying
Life reviews can be very beneficial for someone who is dying
It’s fair to say that realizing and accepting that we will all die is very difficult for most people. As we go through our day-to-day activities, it’s not something we are constantly thinking of. However, terminally ill people are constantly … Continue reading
Posted in Something Special
Tagged acceptance, Death, Dying, Expression, forgiveness, Gratitude, Hospice, Life Cycle, Life reconciliation, Life Review, Responsibility, terminal illness
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“Thank You” by Johnny Reid
Sometimes "Thank you" is the highest praise
When the heart is too full for words, the most sincere expression of love is often a simple offering of thanks. Johnny Reid completely captures this idea in his tender love song “Thank You.” His warm, soulful voice and the beautiful … Continue reading
“Try to Praise the Mutilated World” by Adam Zagajewski
Funeral poem finds something to celebrate in the hardest of times
“Try to Praise the Mutilated World” (2002) by Polish poet Adam Zagajewski resonates with his characteristic themes of night; dreams; history and time; infinity and eternity; silence and death. By facing the world’s sorrow with clear eyes, yet turning again … Continue reading
How Can a Life Coach Help People Deal with Loss and Grief? An Interview with Linda Blachman, Part Two
A professional life coach offers guidance for loss and grief
This is part two of SevenPonds’ interview with Linda Blachman, a certified professional life coach, certified imagery guide and author (Read part one here). Currently based in Berkeley, California, Linda works with individuals in-person and by phone and Skype. She … Continue reading
