Let’s talk about death
Inspired by Death Folder by ReedyBear and their reflections regarding death.
Death. Often a taboo subject, but why? Everyone will experience death of their close ones, and inevitably, they too will die. In many Western societies, death was once part of daily life. People died at home, families washed the body, and death was seen up close. Modernity moved it behind hospital curtains and funeral homes. We outsourced it and made it taboo ourselves.
Ignoring this subject is also caused by trying to cope with our mortality. Euphemisms, such as “Passed away” or “Gone to a better place” soften the anxiety by trying to turn mortality into something positive. For me, death is final. I believe that after our brain ceases to function, we are gone, and there’s no turning back. I understand that people find solace in religion, but I find solace in the finiteness of our lives. I want to be mortal. I want to live a good life, even if it’s short.
Our bodies may decompose into nothingness, but we can still leave a legacy behind. I believe that we all should have our will, so that your close ones know what to do with your possessions, and our mortal flesh. If we want to be cremated, buried, made into jewellery, or what. Our death will probably be taxing enough on them, so we should prepare to make our exit from this world while leaving fewer problems for our loved ones.
Preparing for death is not morbid. It’s an act of care. We can’t choose how we die, but we can choose how gently we leave.
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