Quote by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

I've told my children that when I die, to release balloons in the sky to celebrate that I graduated. For me, death is a graduation.

I've told my children that when I die, to release balloons i

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In this quote, the speaker expresses their perspective on death as a personal achievement, or a "graduation." By instructing their children to release balloons in the sky upon their passing, they view death as a celebration of life well-lived. This unique interpretation encourages a positive outlook on mortality, conveying the idea that death can be seen as a continuation of the journey rather than an end. It reflects the speaker's desire to foster a sense of joy and commemorate their life's accomplishments, ultimately reshaping the perception of death as a somber occasion.

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By Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

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