Tag Archives: Meaning of Life

“Defending Your Life” by Albert Brooks

A cult comedy classic explores the meaning of life with a dose of dark humor and fantasy
Posted on January 25, 2019 by Ellary Allis (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

In the arena of films exploring death and dying, I’m taking a look back at 1991, the year that gave us “Defending Your Life,” a high-concept romantic comedy written, directed, and starring the brilliant Albert Brooks. Brooks plays Daniel Miller, … Continue reading →

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“Tuesdays with Morrie” by Mitch Albom

Albom’s touching tribute exemplifies life’s priorities, and what it means to be human
Posted on March 31, 2017 by Kristen Capano (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Do you ever dream of going back to school? As someone who loves learning, I am dreading my approaching college graduation. But one of the most valuable lessons I have learned in my life is that we never really stop … Continue reading →

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“The meaning of life is that it stops.”

- Franz Kafta
Posted on November 6, 2016 by Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds
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“If you think nobody cares if you’re alive, try missing a couple of payments.”

- Author Unknown
Posted on September 9, 2016 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
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“Waking Up: A Guide to Spirituality Without Religion” by Sam Harris

A collection of philosophies on life and death
Posted on July 8, 2016 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

  Religion plays a role in nearly every society around the world, answering many questions, including the ever-present, “What happens after death?” This is why atheists and agnostics often feel as though they’re left out of the conversation, isolated in their … Continue reading →

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“The Thing About Life is That One Day You’ll Be Dead” by David Shields

An author explores the meaning of life and death through data
Posted on April 29, 2016 by Marissa Abruzzini (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

At 97 years old, David Shields’ father was still a firecracker with a fierce sense of optimism. Shields simply couldn’t explain how a man of that age could retain such vigor for life, and he was determined to figure out … Continue reading →

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