Death is a relief because recognizing that there is an end to this life can allow us to live more fully and feel more deeply. We may not know what is going to happen in the future, but may we live in our hearts from this moment until our last. If you look at a sunset and imagine that it’s the last one you’ll ever see, maybe the colors would be more vibrant. If you look at your neighbor like it’s the last time you’ll ever see them, maybe you’ll be a bit more friendly.

I share one of the moments where I was most fearful in this life as a reminder that you have overcome every moment of pain and fear along your journey thus far. Pain ignites transformation. What doesn’t physically kill us makes us stronger versions of ourselves.