What Death Taught Me About Living

May 14, 2025

Death changes you.

And not always in ways that you would expect.

Most people focus on the pain, sadness, loss, and uncertainty.

And yet…there is something more.

That which allows you to transcend and feel beyond the physical. Beyond time.

Guidance is near.

Peace and power like you’ve never experienced before.

The ability to witness and experience transformation.

Words become too small to hold and explain the perfection of a body that knows how to die and a spirit that his learning how to live forever.

I am still processing all that.

What I do know is this:

We can do hard things and allow beauty to unfold in the midst of what most would call trials and challenges.

As I finalize the details of my mother’s funeral, I intend to be fully present. Celebrating her life, grateful for what we shared.

When I return, I know that my circle will get smaller.

The people who I am meant to serve and support will find me.

I will release some people, and say no to others who are not aligned.

And then the yes…