Tag Archives: Death

The Sacredness of Death

“Dying is not predominantly a medical event, and we need to stop treating it as if it was — it’s not just about “making the best of a bad situation” — a view strongly held in our healthcare system and … Continue reading →

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Posted on 26 February, 2011 by edamommy

Roshi Pat Enkyo O’Hara on Zen Life and Death

Zen is about life and death, and how to be with those things. To sit with someone who is suffering and to be able to offer some kind of mental way of being with that is a gift, a wonderful … Continue reading →

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Posted on 17 February, 2011 by edamommy

The Good, the Bad & the Ugly

Recently, a man named Matheos Pitikas allegedly commited aggravated armed bank robbery in Texas.  Friday before last he was spotted about 25 miles away from here at a restaurant.  Gunfire and a high speed chase ensued, followed by some bad … Continue reading →

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Posted on 10 September, 2009 by edamommy

On Death…

When ordinary people die they are out of control. Because they have not trained themselves during their life, they are overwhelmed by the experience of death and bewildered as their bodily elements go out of balance and cease to function … Continue reading →

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Posted on 3 August, 2009 by edamommy

Oh wow …

…I really missed the boat on this one. Talk about not being present…. Here’s a lesson in impermanence, and in the need to stay connected. There once was a man who had a major impact on my life. I don’t … Continue reading →

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Posted on 12 February, 2008 by edamommy