Life Journey Towards a Happy Death



Recently, due to family priorities, I changed my work schedule and this somehow affected the completion of my usual tasks in the office.  However, this change has also inspired me to reflect on life in general.  My thoughts were on being more prepared for the future.

No matter what our age is, we are constantly searching for something.  Some search for new homes and suburbs, new locations for holidays, cheaper airfares, tours and accommodations and better places to buy clothes and food.  Some are still searching for extra income, whether through employment, investments or new business.

Many people are also still searching how to live a life on purpose and how to make the most out of our remaining time here on earth.

Every day, we are on a journey towards somewhere because life is simply that … a journey. And we all hope that this journey will be pleasant and will bring us to that happy place we desire. But, are we ready to reach our destination?


Saint John Bosco encouraged the young boys in his school to prepare for a happy death. The preparation included:  to be faithful to Jesus and to his church, to return books borrowed and be at peace with everyone. We can also add:  prepare a will, buy a funeral service, pay all our debts, wear the best clothes in our closet, use our best China wares, visit or live in our ideal city, and forgive the people who have hurt us.

So, are we ready to face a happy death?  Well, this is a difficult question to answer but at least we are reminded of what we need to prepare for.

Take care and have a good, purposeful and pleasant journey ahead!

Ros


 

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