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When a Life Passes, The Bond Lives On
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Leslie Becker-Phelps, PhD posted:
Death ends a life, not a relationship.
- Mitch Albom, Tuesdays with Morrie


I recently learned about the deaths of a few people; no one close to me, but I felt sad anyway. So, it struck me when I came across the above quote.


From my own losses and from those of people I have helped through grief, I know for a fact that what Morrie said could not be more true. And when you really know this in your heart, you are the better for it. Not only do you carry your loved one within you, but you also realize much more. Your life is different than it would have been without that person. You are changed from your experiences together. And, you can always re-connect through your memories. All of these are part of how your relationship has affected you and continues to affect you.


What have your experiences been when losing a loved one? Do you still feel the bond even though the person has passed?

For more information on Relationships visit Dr. Becker-Phelps blog at The Art of Relationships .

2 Replies |Watch This Discussion | Report This| Share this:When a Life Passes, The Bond Lives OnDeath ends a life, not a relationship.<br /> - Mitch Albom, <i>Tuesdays with Morrie</i><br /><br /><br />I recently learned about the deaths of a few people; no one close to me, but I felt sad anyway. So, it struck me when I came across the above quote. <br /><br /><br />From my own losses and from those of people I have helped through grief, I know for a fact that what Morrie said could not be more true. And when you really know this in your heart, you are the better for it. Not only do you carry your loved one within you, but you also realize much more. Your life is different than it would have been without that person. You are changed from your experiences together. And, you can always re-connect through your memories. All of these are part of how your relationship has affected you and continues to affect you.<br /><br /><br />What have your experiences been when losing a loved one? Do you still feel the bond even though the person has passed?<br /><br />For more information on Relationships visit Dr. Becker-Phelps blog at <a href="http://blogs.webmd.com/art-of-relationships/2012/05/managing-the-stress-of-care-giving.html"></a> <a href="http://blogs.webmd.com/art-of-relationships/2012/05/when-a-life-passes-the-bond-lives-on.html">The Art of Relationships</a> . <br /><br />
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Chris_WebMD_Staff responded:
Dr. Becker-Phelps,

I lost my Mom two and a half weeks ago, and I come back to work and here is this lovely post from you. How timely.

She was a very young 77 year old, and full of energy and life. At the wake I could not get over how many people said to me, she loved her kids and her grandkids.
That is her legacy, that is what she leaves behind. A family that she loved so much, and for us to remain close and keep her love of the family in our hearts. It's very difficult, but you are right, if we live with our loved ones gone but the relationship still very alive, we are better for it. I will honor my mothers love that way. Thank you so much.
Chrissy~

Life is too short, so kiss slowly, laugh insanely, love truly and forgive quickly.
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Report This| Share this:When a Life Passes, The Bond Lives OnDr. Becker-Phelps,<br /> <br />I lost my Mom two and a half weeks ago, and I come back to work and here is this lovely post from you. How timely. <br /> <br />She was a very young 77 year old, and full of energy and life. At the wake I could not get over how many people said to me, she loved her kids and her grandkids.<br />That is her legacy, that is what she leaves behind. A family that she loved so much, and for us to remain close and keep her love of the family in our hearts. It's very difficult, but you are right, if we live with our loved ones gone but the relationship still very alive, we are better for it. I will honor my mothers love that way. Thank you so much.
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Leslie Becker-Phelps, PhD replied to Chris_WebMD_Staff's response:
Chrissy; I am so sorry for your loss. I do hope that you can find some comfort in your memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Report This| Share this:When a Life Passes, The Bond Lives OnChrissy; I am so sorry for your loss. I do hope that you can find some comfort in your memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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