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What does it mean?
Reflection on the value of life moments and giving them to loved ones.
In plain terms
Being alive hurts but moments are gifts; share them with those who remain.
What can you take from it?
Life is precious; share it with those you love.

Where it applies

  • end-of-life
  • grief
  • appreciation

Putting it to work

  • cherish moments
  • express love
  • prepare for loss

Questions to consider

  • What moment would you give back?
  • Who survives because of you?

Another view

Holding onto moments can sometimes prevent living fully.

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