Coping with Death

I view death through the lense of yogic philosophy and yoga sutras.

Death is not the end but a part of the natural cycle.

Just as trees shed their leaves, and seasons change-

just as mushrooms are an example of life from the decomposition- 🍄

🖤 I view death as a transformation rather than an ultimate ending.

Welcoming decomposition can be seen as returning to the Earth; contributing to the continuous cycle of Life.

As a kid, when asked “What’s your biggest fear?”

My response was more often than not- Death.

That was- until I held hands & walked along side death. When the veil became so thin-

🪄 The process of facing mortality often leads to self-discovery. It’s an opportunity to explore and understand the deeper aspects of one’s self, desires, and purpose. This self-realization can be seen as a gift that death offers, a chance to align with one’s true path.

Yoga philosophy teaches that everything in the material world is impermanent, including life itself. By embracing the impermanence of life, we can develop a sense of peace and equanimity in the face of death.

One central teaching in yoga is the idea that our true essence transcends the physical body. The Yoga Sutras emphasize the importance of detaching from the ego or the “I” consciousness. This detachment can help in accepting the end of one’s life as it separates the sense of self from the physical body. It’s the understanding that our true self is beyond the ego, which is temporary.

Essentially - my perspective on facing end-stage disease/ organ failure and the potential of death aligns with yogic philosophy by emphasizing the transcendence of the physical body, detachment from the ego, understanding impermanence, self-realization, and embracing death as part of the natural cycle. This holistic approach can provide comfort and a sense of purpose in challenging times.