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- Elisabeth Kübler-Ross
- 1969
- “Is war perhaps nothing else but a need to face death, to conquer and master it, to come out of it alive -- a peculiar form of denial of our mortality?”
- “Those who have the strength and the love to sit with a dying patient in the silence that goes beyond words will know that this moment is neither frightening nor painful, but a peaceful cessation of the functioning of the body.
- “Simple people with less education, sophistication, social ties, and professional obligations seem in general to have somewhat less difficulty in facing this final crisis than people of affluence who lose a great deal more in terms of material luxuries, comfort, and number of interpersonal relationships.
- “We often tend to ignore how much of a child is still in all of us.” ― Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, On Death and Dying: What the Dying Have to Teach Doctors, Nurses, Clergy and Their Own Families.
Important Quotes. “In simple terms, in our unconscious mind we can only be killed; it is inconceivable to die of a natural cause or of old age.”. (Chapter 1, Page 16) Humans are hardwired for existence and to enjoy and fight for life.
Watching a peaceful death of a human being reminds us of a falling star; one of a million lights in a vast sky that flares up for a brief moment only to disappear into the endless night forever.
Apr 23, 2024 · Here, we delve into the profound reflections on death and dying from ten luminaries of history, offering solace, contemplation, and a deeper understanding of life’s ultimate transition. Marcus Aurelius: The Stoic Emperor reminds us, “Death smiles at us all, but all a man can do is smile back.”.
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Nov 1, 2018 · 15 Catholic quotes for All Saints Day.
Jan 18, 2023 · Combining historical analysis and meditations for reflection, these lectures provide you with new insights into the spiritual dimensions of dying and death. You will emerge with a deep understanding of the nature of suffering, the works of St. Francis, prayer, and much more.
With sample interviews and conversations, she gives the reader a better understanding of how imminent death affects the patient, the professionals who serve that patient, and the patient's family, bringing hope to all who are involved.
