Miracle of Death - Moving Through Grief and Finding Meaning | Short Documentary Film
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- Fear of death is a remarkable evolutionary advantage. Without it, our species wouldn't have fought so hard to survive such challenging times. That fear is an incredible drive for us to keep on living. And that's what this TH-cam film is all about.
The dead don't mourn. It's us the living that must cope and find a way to move forward. The more we understand loss, the easier it is to survive it. I hope this film brings some understanding and comfort as we confront our impermanent nature. May we all learn to see the beautiful healing nature of loss and grief, and may that teach us how to live more fully during our brief and precious time on this planet.
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Biggest teachers I’ve had were my dogs - each lived to the fullest, lived in the moment, loved me unconditionally and had a simple presence. If there’s any afterlife I hope they are there.
They will be there
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They were dependant upon you for food, not free, and would have been very different if raised by another person.
Were they ever, as is with 99.99% of humans, allowed to be the beings that they were born to be?
@@kiwioffgrid2437 Trust that life has us in the perfect place for our awareness to expand and our hearts to open; and this includes everything manifesting here.
I hope it reaches everyone who is going through grief.
“We’ve all been everybody and we’ll all be everybody “ let that sink in that’s amazing
I want to thank Todd for my second life. i was almost dead and he lifted me up. Love you.
I am watching this barely 3 weeks of my mother’s passing and my dad is critical in the ICU at the moment. It’s a message for me to celebrate their life and the time we spent with them. Thank you Todd.
Both vaxxed?
Sorry for your loss.
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I lost my beautiful handsome 32 year old son 28th January 2024, my world fell apart, my heart aches for him every minute of the day, I wish I had died with him. I am breathing but not living. I've listened to so many videos but nothing makes sense to my heart. I miss him so much 😢
How did you loose him? I lost my only brother on 19 Jan 2024 he was just 35 years old
Todd 🙏🏻. Nothing is ever gone. It's only a transition that death serves as.
Your life definitely changes after you introduce Todd Perelmuter in your life. ❤ Gratitude ❤
My dear Mother passed 30 years ago on this day; 10-10-1993 at home before my eyes and without pain and suffering. Although her love for life and everyone were her calling, she was at peace when she departed. I miss her immensely and her teachings of love, family and caring for others. I've continued her memory and teachings thru caring for others and helping those in need. Thank you for all your love, teachings, giving and caring ways Mom. You are always with me! Namaste.
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I am deeply sorry for your temporary loss
This is the most profound teaching about losing a loved one that I have ever heard
I have been aware of spirit most of my life, theres lots more to this life than people realise.
I never did understand peoples fear of death. It is just change. Much love to all ❤❤❤
Is fear common at all? I've expected to see it in loved ones and have not. I've come to think that at some level we all expect it.
We fear that we will truly lose them if we give up on the grief. Oh, this hits home so deeply. I didn't realize this was true for me. Thank you for the insight into my healing journey. I'm in such a very low place right now.
Beautiful video. I suffer from incredible fear and anxiety. What I’m learning is the more I wish it to leave the stronger it gets. Instead the focus must be the moment with those feelings present. This video confirms that. Thank you
I send you much love and joy. Thank you for sharing. ❤
I am not afraid of dying. I am afraid of not living my life to the fullest.
You might feel differently when you get seriously ill or a fatal diagnosis. The fear you have today may suddenly change tomorrow.
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Exactly how I feel!! Experience the depths of life all of it!!! 🙏
Cliche
That term means nothing. If you're disabled or caring for someone 24/7 life cannot be lived to the fullest, no matter how much they would love to. It's about humility and virtue, not what you 'fit in' your 'full' life.
I don’t just remember the loss I remember the person that is no longer here. It changes everything, my world will never be the same without that person!!
Same here…😢💔😢 Since the loss of my beloved adopted mom amongst many other losses including my biological father. My world certainly is no longer the same…💔🌏💔 #NeverWillBe
Because you still don't understand what death is.
Death is just as much a part of life that living is....and an inescapable journey that we all must go through.
Nothing to fear, but fear itself.
Your sadness is a selfish act? Consider changing your views on death, that will set you free from your pain.
Dying between my ears everyday for over 1,000 days has taught me a few things. Then two days ago I helped a young friend have his old beloved dog put down on a soft blanket, underneath leafy trees, and a blue sky... A drop falls back into the ocean. 🌊
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My hardest days have been putting animals to sleep
Putting animals to death is not an acceptable thing under Buddhism. You are freeing yourself from pain and keeping your animal from burning karma.
@@mhrbernards6589 Love and light my friend. I appreciate your comments. Perhaps if you were staring into the eyes of your beloved dog unable to get up, panting in pain, and distressed... You may have acted differently. I believe we do the best we can at the moment. 🪷
@@mhrbernards6589 it's a beautiful.thing to stand by your loyal.pet in their time of need. I believe in ending the suffering of an innocent pet. They would do that for us. What makes you think that by ending the dog's suffering wete relieving ourselves of the burden? When I put down an animal.it costs me money. I feel.guilty. But I know that I've done the selfless thing that saves the beloved dog from more pain and torture. It feels just terrible. There really is no relief or escape from that decision. Its a painful.decision to make. I look at it as if I'm giving back.
I guess biggest part of grief is about ourselves, about the missing parts that a loss of someone will bring us. So we do not really grief for them, but for the pieces of our own being that are gone with that person. Wonderful documentary!
I witnessed the parallels between birth and death when I had the privelege of nursing my Mother at the time of her passage from this state of existence to the next. Those weeks have been transformational for me in a full realisation of how thin the veil is between one state of being and the next. I will be forever grateful. I watched the fear and anxiety lift from my Mother as she accepted the inevitable and passed through into a state of graceful and peaceful acceptance. Everything stated on this video resonates with me so beatifully. Thank you for sharing your wisdom 🙏
I went through a complete transformation when my father died of lung cancer 4rth stage and we had to wait for death every single moment for 8 months..We prayed ardently for his peaceful demise making me realise that death is necessary to attain peace ...Death is a freedom from the prison termed life
Thank you talking about death. I need it. I need it very much to hear and listen to the wisdom of death. I love you for your reflective knowledge
this is so very true. I lost my 20 year old son suddenly in a tragic car accident 1/6/23 I have been suffering-the pain of loosing him is un-bearable..I still can not believe it happened. Everything feels surreal..I feel as though I am breathing but I am Not living 💔🕊 it hurts to exist.
I’m so sorry for your loss.❤
I lost my son on 10/3/22 to a drug overdose. Forever 28 Alex
I’m so sorry!❤🙏
I'm so sorry. I can't imagine
I feel the same , lost my son suddenly in 2019 ,forever 25 xx
Death doesn't exist, only Life exists. The paradox is that while we move eternally with upwelling Life, at the same time our mortal sheath - the body - moves in the opposite direction, i.e. towards its dissolution. We lay it down but it's only the sheath which ends, not us: we continue forever.
This is it. Even Jesus knew and tried to explain to his followers "No one can take my life from me. I sacrifice it voluntarily. For I have the authority to lay it down when I want to and also to take it up again. For this is what my Father has commanded"
Each moment is cast with creation and destruction. I’m not the same today as I was yesterday. Several million of my cells have died and are replaced today. It’s a constant form change and we assume we’re the same person as we were at every stage of life. That’s not so.
A beautiful film. I will try to remember this wisdom. I feel life I cling to life too much as if it's everything but death brings meaning to life. The art of separation. I fear the grief of losing my dog. She is my world. I couldn't have kids. I think a part of me will be lost forever with her. I must hold on to the endurance of love.
I’m not afraid of dying, but I am afraid of how I’m going to die. I don’t want a long slow death of prolonged suffering. I hope I just lay down for bed one night and just never wake up again.
We cannot choose, but hope. Just my thoughts exactly. "Do NOT Resuscitate" is my motto
Omg same 😂
I wasn’t really afraid of dying until I watched my mom suffer then die. As I get older I grow a little more fearful. I think it’s because I just can’t comprehend death. Thank you for this beautiful way to think about it.
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@dragon death is nothing to be afraid of as it is on the cards from the start - but dying is another concept , whether it be a few short weeks or an agonising lingering several years . The dying part scares me , but death I view as a realise from suffering .
Be well .
Thank you, this is like a meditation, full of truth and peace. We all need this right now.
Have lived with fear of death all my life this helped.
‘sSometimes it’s not the person we remember but the loss. And sometimes that kiss can overshadow that goofs tone that we had. And we may feel that we will truly lose them when we give up our grief’
The most profound words I’ve ever heard in my life on loss and grief!!!
Wow! These words have allowed tears of love to trickle from my heart ❤️
Thank you, your work is beautiful and inspiring. ♾💜
Thank you very much for this video. If people dealt more with the topic of death, our societies would concentrate more on the essential aspects of our existence and would not get lost in all the superficial distractions and all the horrors we have to witness every day.
Not only the video touches my heart, but also all the comments full of loss and sadness. May you all be happy!
I have absolutely no fear of death whatsoever.
I've lost for loved ones this year alone. I have more love ones that are out of their bodies that are still in them. I made peace with death along time ago and although I might miss the physicality of a person or an animal I don't grieve like I did when I was younger.
I am grateful for each day but I actually welcome death. I would never do heroic measures to stay alive.
Thank you for the peacefulness you bring to us at this time. 😊 With great gratitude.
I'm not afraid to live. I'm not afraid to die. I'm afraid of the monster that is depression that sporadically visits me whenever it wants and makes me not want to exist at all.
Prayers from me to you.
Is not accepting nothingness to see everything. Stillness is the fruit of this realization within.
Dear Todd, this captivating and beautiful film about nonduality is so simple yet so profound. Much love and thanks to all who were a part of creating this true gem.
Wow, so beautifully done. And so true. Thank you... ❤
Thankyou, you’re a wise man.
Beautiful, touching and insightful. Thank you!! 💖
Really beautifully done. The cinematography, landscapes, and talk. The first landscape looks like Thailand maybe? Stunning. I so want to go there!
‘Mitakuye Oyasin’ it is called in the Lakota Language of the Sioux Indians. There are no barriers, we are all interconnected. May all being be free from suffering. Metta to all All.
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Beautifully told. A wonderful production as well.
Wow Todd so powerful. All makes so much sense. As I am still battling the grief monster from my mother’s death last year, your videos really help me work through this. I’ve been going to dharma talks for a few year so I understand the root of suffering and how everything changes and becomes otherwise in life. Thank your for adding more spiritual growth to my journey. I truly blessed I came across your videos. One just showed up on day one my thread. I truly believe there are no coincidences in life, I found you for a reason 💜👁️🧘🏻♀️🙏🏼
I’m sorry for the loss of your mom. It’s hard. I went thru it myself in October 21. I will always grieve her loss and I’m sure you will too. We still have a life that we have to live and I’m trying my best to do that. Sending you a big hug 😢
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Feel the same. One of his vids just popped up one day. It's been a ray of light in the midst of a dark time.
Feel the same. One of his vids just popped up one day. It's been a ray of light in the midst of a dark time.
@@dragonwithagirltattoo598 yes the grief monster is a powerful giant, we have to sit with it and learn to make friends with the discomfort till it starts to work its way out. I am lucky I have the tools to do this. And I am sorry for your loss also. Like Todd says in one of his videos, he said someone asked him how long they will grieve and he said how long will that person be dead? So yes we will grieve forever but eventually in a different way. Sending you love and light dear one🙏🏼👁️💜🧘🏻♀️
I read in the comments how many miss their parents after they passed. I can’t imagine that void existing in my personal experience. My parents are disgraceful examples of how to manipulate, use, judge, burden & control us kids. At 50yrs old I’ve had enough. They’re both 70 now, homeless, and still narcissistic. I won’t shed a tear when they depart. I rejoice in knowing they’re going to see their own reflection and truth of the pain, stress, hurt, heartache they have caused for their own selfish gains. I’m content in knowing they’re going to choke on their own shame feeling everything they put each of us through. What saddens me is they continue the same toxicity stress and control with their grandchildren. It disgusts and embarrasses me they haven’t grown with wisdom to change. 70 yrs old and living life reacting to life’s obstacles. They’ve never spent a period creating harmony and balance. Too lazy, stubborn thinking they know everything when they clearly have learned nothing worthwhile to be proud of. I have separated myself from my parents and when they die I won’t even attend their funeral. I have no regrets now and never will. When parents choose to remain in an unhealthy life energy it’s better to leave them learn. Parents are supposed to be the teachers handing down wisdom, not their children. There is nothing I want or ever needed from them. They have nothing anyway. Their life journey is coming to an end and when it does they’re going to realise their ‘patterns’ became cellular to create the misery they endure. If you’re a parent who’s falling short of the mark of leading by example, get help, face your reflection and your truth. Getting your shit together and keeping it together is the best thing you can do for ‘your memory’ when you’re gone. Most importantly be an example you can be proud of. Your shame is yours to wear. If you cannot face your own reflection while you’re alive and make amends, you won’t escape it when you’re beyond the veil. We all review our lives, actions and how we impacted others,everything they felt we will feel. Why reduce yourself to a sniveling mess of regret when it’s too late to say sorry and make amends. If you do wrong apologise and mean it and make necessary amends to rectify the energy, if you don’t it records as karmic history in your life review. That shows you you didn’t learn. If it’s genuine apology meant from your heart (the soul knows) it cancels out the wrong. Brave souls face the music they play in their lives so that harmony exist when their time comes. Be brave, loving kind but honest with those you’re supposed to love. Treat them how you want to be treated. A pure soul is not afraid of the music. It’s like a potters hand moulding clay. We are all connected. Life doesn’t end past death. Only our bodies. We return to consciousness, the all. Home.
Grazie per questo meraviglioso video. Bellissime parole e bellissime immagini. Elevano l'anima ❤🙏
Dear Todd, this is one, if not the most, beautiful presentations you've given us. Such valuable wisdom you have shared. Thank you from the bottom of my soul. And the visuals were perfect.
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I feel each of my pets have come back to com unicameral with me, be it a ‘I’m alright’, ‘thank you’, ‘I’ll be here when you get here. Your dad has me until then’. Magical and I’m so grateful.
I loved your statement.
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Thank you so much for your generosity 🙏
I’m retired military and retired Police. As I grow older I see the true hero’s and brave are the aged.
Beautiful. And _so_ true.
Gratitude xx
So lovely and true. Thankyou Todd 🌈🙏🏻
Thnak you for this wisdom it makes me feel much better, looking at it for a long series of lifes is a great perspective.
This was packed full of wisdom. Thank you for sharing and blessing our lives with it.
❤ thankyou
Thank you Todd. Beautiful and inspiring.
So grateful I am for this video. Thank you Todd🙏
That was absolutely beautiful. I have tears. Thank you
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Thank you so much for your generosity 🙏
LSD took away my fear of death. It’s still hard to wrap my head around the concept of eternal existence, but my heart believes in it 100%
Interesting. What did you experience with the cid?
This phenomenon reminds us of the importance of strength and security, bold expression, loyalty, and of course, that our loved ones are always with us. The circle of life signifies the renewal of birth both in the next world and through one’s descendants on Earth
We are all different….I love the story of the meek fellow…very quiet around people…who when he walks thru the front door to his apartment, he starts to bark like a dog, howl, just go crazy for a few minutes…that’s life!
Beautiful video and reminders. Thank you for sharing
Thank you Todd ❤
Maravilhoso e, como sempre rico em sabedoria.
Muito obrigada
Can’t tell you how much this has helped me
Thank you 🙏. 5:35 to 6:29
Thank you so much for your generosity 🙏
Thank you Todd, well done, excellent informative expose, great and wise narration, thank you deeply. This will benefit many people. Great contribution to Human evolution. With Love and Blessing. Sincerely Chris from British Columbia
To wake up to this…. Profound
I really needed this. Thank you
Die before you die is a moment where one goes through a surrender of ego . It is there that one experiences, the ones of creation. Coming to know that there is no death. Die before you die means you experience the drop of ego. Once this happens, you feel the state of God consciousness. You feel one with creation. It is there that you realize there is no death of the soul. Only death of the body. You realize at that very that very moment that separation is an illusion. That we are one with all of creation.. in this state of divine consciousness you feel more alive, and at home than you have ever felt. There is an ornate sense of understanding and knowing in that moment. Everything changes from there in your perception of your own existence and of all live it self. Also his comment about grief. Grief is love. One never stops grieving. It changes but it’s always will be there. There’s nothing wrong with grief. There’s nothing to feel guilty about if one is still grieving. One still loves this person who has crossed over there for one will continue to grieve. That is OK. Grief doesn’t have to stop you. It’s an emotion that we experience here because of the contrast that we live in here. Grief is the expression of love.. it’s an expression of one soul, loving another soul.
So much truth ❤❤❤
Wow- so beautiful. Thank you. 🌈🌅🙏
❤Peace and love to you Todd...
Thank you for your insights on a much tabooed topic ...
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Happy to see U appreciating the beauty Of Kathakali artform🙏 (being a keralite. .😊)
Thanks brother.for true wisdom
God bless you, Todd
The journey in death begins when the journey to death ends🙏🙏🙏
Excellent presentation ❤️
Thank You ✨💜✨
You are so right, thank you 🙏🏻❤️🍀
My father died six months ago on 29th of April. I could not focus on this film because he is in my head. I miss him every day, my heart sinks. I also feel guilty, I did not do what he deserved. I'm not at peace, and I don't have an answer to that.
Sending love
Where is this wonderful man. He is so beautiful to listen to. A fact that I found hard to cope with at university was this is a back and white world and the colour is from the cells in our eyes. That nothing has form. It is a world of moving atoms and we shape them. All true.
Can this therefore be defined as guilt for being alive. I know that’s how I felt at 24 when I lost my Mum x
Yeah I have had that same thought a lot lately .. that the big problem at least here in the states that we face is that everything has gotten so good people are now making up reasons to be pissed off. It's as if righteous indignation is the addiction that we can't shake so people have created fake virtues. Created narratives that give them an opportunity to set themselves apart and feel special. It's all very wild. Humans.
I Love You Forever, Mitchell. Dad
True Love has no separation!!!!
Very good.thank u todd ❤
So profound 🙏❤
❤❤❤ Acceptance is not giving up.
I love so much your vidéos, they're soo sweet to my heart❤🙏🏻🌈💎💖🕊️
Very interesting vedio with verygood. background music.Thanks
In every birth there is a physical awakening in death there is a spiritual awakening
I am 82 and old and also not afraid to be dead but am afraid not to live and experience all the advancements to come
The miracle of existence, the universe provides everything.
Thank You 🙏🙏🙏
Thanks, Love❤
A great message and much that I've realized after 71 years and yet, interesting to me, is that the monk had on a face mask (muzzle), ineffective against disease transmission and IMO the very symbol of the fear of death. How ironic.
Beautiful!!!
You are amazing !
"There is no bodhi tree,
nor mirror stand so bright,
since all is void.
Where will the dust alight?" Hui Neng