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= The Five People You Meet in Heaven= Discussion Question 1

==In //The Five People You Meet in Heaven// it says "all endings are also beginnings". What does this mean? How has it been true in your life? Is this comforting, sad--what emotions does this idea arouse in you?==


 * I read the book while proctoring the All Testing Day ACT test. This was agreat opportunity to sit and read. I was deeply moved by the spiritual aspects of this book. Mr. Albom really touched me and started me thinking about all the people I have encountered in my life, some of whom I treated well and some I am not so proud of. However there is hope that all will turn out well in the end if one continues to live a life of purpose. ...Conan


 * For me, "all endings are also beginnings" means that when one event terminates a new event commences as a result of the termination. Life is not static. It constantly evolves. Even at our most distressing moments there eventually comes a time of being able to cope with the situation. We learn how to work through times of trouble. It may get worse before it gets better, but it eventually it does get better. Actions do not stop at the moment. Actions have consequences and affect not only ourselves, but others who are apart of our lives. In my life I have seen that often times you need to deal with the bad in order to appreciate the goodness and blessings that life holds. This sentiment is extremely powerful. It makes you want to not take anything for granted. It makes you think twice about your interactions with others.-lj