Sufering is only intolerable when nobody cares. One continually sees that faith in God and his care is made infinitely easier by faith in someone who has shown kindness and sympathy.
Cicely SaundersRead
You matter because you are you, and you matter to the end of your life. We will do all we can not only to help you die peacefully, but also to live until you die.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Every individual holds inherent value and deserves support throughout life and at its end.
Cicely Saunders emphasizes the intrinsic worth of every person, affirming that each individual matters simply by being themselves. Her quote highlights the importance of providing compassionate care not only in the face of death but also throughout one's life, promoting a holistic approach to living fully until the very end.
Themes
ValueCompassionLifeSupportExistence
In practice
Example use cases
As a closing remark at a funeral service to honor the deceased's life.
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