Alot of things go through your mind when you are unwell especially at the stages of the sickness when there are no signs of healing. That moment when the fear of leaving this world becomes very real. I had such a moment and one of the thoughts that stuck with me was what matters at that point when it’s time to say goodbye.
We are on earth for a limited period of time as human beings after which we shall move on to the next stage that is afterlife. However, at that point what is most likely to give you joy and peace as you prepare your departure. What will have you saying I am now ready as opposed to fighting to stay on?
If we think of it now; can we well prepare for the future? To prevent that feeling of regret that we all dread having when there’s nothing we can do about a situation. As I pondered on this, I figured that in my case it would be the impact I made on this earth. The number of smiles attributed to me, the tears I wiped, the people I offered my shoulder to lean on, the children I empowered and those I saved. In a nutshell, the love I shared to my fellow brothers and sisters.
Not the wealth I acquired or the amount of power I had over people. Those seem to be important when we are healthy, alive and kicking but not when we are in that hospital bed or sick bed. Now don’t get me wrong. I don’t mean that wealth or power are bad and that one shouldn’t aspire for these. Quite the contrary in fact. When used well; they are instruments of development that can impact thousands or even millions.
It’s giving them too much importance that we forget that we are dealing with fellow human beings; our brothers and sisters that is bad. Give love alot of importance. Let love be the principle and everything else falls in place.
What would be the one thing you would want to be remembered for? When it’s time to leave; what will give you peace of mind and heart? Remember these as you go through life.
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