“Life’s a bitch…” The Buddha didn’t put it quite so crudely, but his first noble truth is that life does not satisfy. Our journey on earth is scarred with dukkha, with physical pain and psychological trauma, with the despair of loss and the existential angst of being human - “
We, the living are always uncomfortable with the concept of death. One day, all of us will reach there but not everyone has dignity in death. Enjoyed the article!
I was very influenced by Dr. Gawande’s book “Being Mortal.” Your willingness to accord your mother dignity, in whatever way she thought it to be, is laudable.
Thanks for sharing. I feel after a long time I was able to connect with your article ( last few posts, while, brilliant, felt remote, disconnected from my own life. ). I would highly recommend Atul Gawande's Being Mortal on this subject.
After 10+ years on dialysis and counting, it has given me a second chance in life. I realise how every moment is precious and should be cherished. I am just 47 and have a long way to go…..which I will. Aunty made her choice and I think that was right by her. Everyone should have that much leeway on have they go into the night.
Being from the profession of managing dialysis centres pan India, I fully agree with you and Mr Beerajaah at the same time. Having interacted with cents of CKD patients, I can say with confidence that life on dialysis can be absolutely healthy, provided you are not very old and are committed 200% to your diet. Else it could be very painful.
I respect any decision an individual takes to hold his dignity intact.
We, the living are always uncomfortable with the concept of death. One day, all of us will reach there but not everyone has dignity in death. Enjoyed the article!
We should really take a deep look into Euthanasia. Its not a easy topic but an important one.
Absolutely - many countries are moving towards it.
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I was very influenced by Dr. Gawande’s book “Being Mortal.” Your willingness to accord your mother dignity, in whatever way she thought it to be, is laudable.
Thanks for sharing. I feel after a long time I was able to connect with your article ( last few posts, while, brilliant, felt remote, disconnected from my own life. ). I would highly recommend Atul Gawande's Being Mortal on this subject.
Thanks, Punit.
I did read 'Being Mortal'.
Completely resonate with this Mohit.
After 10+ years on dialysis and counting, it has given me a second chance in life. I realise how every moment is precious and should be cherished. I am just 47 and have a long way to go…..which I will. Aunty made her choice and I think that was right by her. Everyone should have that much leeway on have they go into the night.
I wish you a fulfilling life, Beerajaah.
Medical advances have made it possible for millions to live longer, healthier, and with dignity, despite ailments that were once incurable.
Yes, we must respect each others' choices.
Awe-struck.
Thank you so much for such a candid script.
Being from the profession of managing dialysis centres pan India, I fully agree with you and Mr Beerajaah at the same time. Having interacted with cents of CKD patients, I can say with confidence that life on dialysis can be absolutely healthy, provided you are not very old and are committed 200% to your diet. Else it could be very painful.
I respect any decision an individual takes to hold his dignity intact.
Thank you so much again.
Thanks, Sukhjinder.
You have underlined the point that the decision has to be personal, and depends on the situation.