Last night, the 2019 Major League Baseball season ended in grand and historic fashion, with the Washington Nationals beating the Houston Astros in Game 7 of the World Series. I'm no baseball wonk, but I do love watching the game for its deep complexity, and the psychology of what's going on out there. There's not… Continue reading Well-seasoned
I've long supported the idea that an essential component of living well is keeping death close, a part of our daily experiences. My hope is that by talking often and openly about illness, decline, and dying, I'm preparing myself and those I care about in practical, emotional, and spiritual ways for the unknown path that… Continue reading The Art of Dying Well
"Short is the life we lead, and small our patch of earth." ~ Marcus Aurelius Being near to death is an important feature of my life. I don't mean seeking death-defying adventure or engaging in risky behavior. Far from it. I am terrified on Ferris wheels. I'm not looking to hasten my own death. Rather,… Continue reading Friends with death benefits
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