Life’s Pain and Death: A Nurse’s Perspective
As a nurse, the topic of life and death comes up frequently, offering a unique perspective on the pain and suffering that both states entail. This article explores the complexities of life and death, highlighting the challenges and the underlying mechanisms that keep us alive.
The Sun Goes Up, The Sun Goes Down
When we ponder existence, it's crucial to recognize that life is not just about surviving day to day. The sun rises and sets every day without regard to our state of being. If you want to live, you must make the choice to live. Nobody is trapped; we always have the power to change our circumstances.
The Pain of Being Alive
While death may be the end, life is fraught with pain and suffering. When you are alive, you can feel everything, making it inherently more painful. Death is a state of eternal sleep, but it lacks dreams. The capacity to feel is what makes life both beautiful and unbearable.
Death: A Release
From a medical and emotional standpoint, death is often seen as a release. As a nurse, I am familiar with the peace that comes from the end of a painful journey. It is a release from the daily battles and the constant struggle, even if it is a form of eternal sleep.
Eternal Torment: A Grave Consequence
Yet, not all endings are peaceful. Eternal torment is a concept that is far worse than what we can imagine. Thankfully, an understanding of how to avoid eternal torment is available, through the teachings of YAHUSHUA and obedience to the new covenant commands. These teachings are found in YAHUAH’S WORD, Restored Names and Scripture.
Life: A Tapestry of Experiences
While death is simply the absence of both good and bad, life is a complex tapestry. It is a mixture of both pain and joy, including hate and jealousy, loneliness and misery, love and friendship, happiness and victory. Despite these challenges, it is important to remember that pain is not always a bad thing; it serves as a mechanism to keep us alive and aware.
Pain: A Sign for Us
Pain is often a natural sign that warns us of something amiss in our lives. It can be physically or emotionally painful, and managing it is a process. For example, a diabetic patient with numb feet faces a significant risk due to the inability to feel pain. Regular checks and manual inspections are necessary to avoid infection and further complications.
Conclusion: Embrace Life
Life, though often painful, is a precious gift. Pain is not something to be avoided at all costs, as it can be a valuable teacher. The solution is not to rush towards death to escape pain, but to seek help from those who love us and find ways to ease the pain. By facing and managing pain, we can continue to live a fulfilling life. Don’t give up on life.