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Janet T's avatar

What a lovely shared moment of joy .

This atheist doesn't fear death though. We know that energy doesn't disappear, it merely transforms. Our energy will be in a bird, another person, the clouds. It's all good. We'll be free.

Gurdeep Pandher's avatar

Thank you for your thoughts, Janet!

Adeline's avatar

Thank you for the beautiful words shared here. Joy is elusive to some but so essential to all. Love your generosity in spreading joy to all beings and May your joy abound always.

Gurdeep Pandher's avatar

Thank you, Adeline!

Manu G.'s avatar

I finished the article with tears in my eyes, but I’m deeply grateful to you Dear Gurdeep for sharing this brief interaction with Dr. Nadia. I’m also truly amazed by the thoughtful friend who stood by her during such a difficult time and sought to share joy with her. Right now, I find myself at a loss for words. I’m simply thankful to be alive, and my thoughts and prayers are with Dr. Nadia’s loved ones. Thank you for creating joy in your own life and sharing it with the world! 🙏🏽💝

Tabitha Kot's avatar

One week ago, my beloved was diagnosed with breast cancer. Since then, a black pit has followed us around until finally we said ENOUGH. We want joy! We want hope! We want laughter! And we've started to create that for ourselves again. This post means so much to me. I watched your dance and I could feel the love and joy. It lightened my heart and lifted my burden. I cannot thank you enough.

mg's avatar

Thank you, Gurdeep. Please know that all your work is greatly appreciated! I check in everyday to gather some of your joy. My personal garden is a bit fallow.

Chris KD's avatar

Thank you for sharing this beautiful story, I am sure dear Nadia’s soul is out there somewhere in another wonderful adventure & journey..you helped with her journey ey in bringing joy, love & peace..May you also have some wonderful joy, love and peace today ..thank you for all you do

Lisa's avatar

Thank you so much for sharing that story Gurdeep. Your email was just the reminder that I needed to focus on joy when so many things feel overwhelming and sad right now.

Gurdeep Pandher's avatar

Yes, Lisa! During tough times, joy is like best friend.

Lee's avatar

Thank you for you kind heart and generous spirit 🙏❤️ Your sweet offer of joy is a strong reminder to myself to seek it out when I’m feeling down and to be generous with my joy whenever I can ❤️

ruby sufi's avatar

Dear Gurdeep, Thank you so much for these very moving words today..sending all blessings and love for you and dear Dr Nadia x

Maggie Shontz's avatar

You are a blessing to many, Gurdeep. 🙏🏻🩵

Daffodil Angel's avatar

Thank you Gurdeep

Janice Byrne's avatar

I had the pleasure today of watching your joyful video for the first time. I had to go back to the beginning and watch them one by one. (I will continue daily until I’m caught up). Such heartfelt sentiments you convey. I am grateful beyond measure to you for sharing your journey. Peace, Love, and Joy.

Sarina Renee's avatar

Wow! What an article! You had me in tears. Thank you for making us aware of this beautiful intelligent hard working and loving mother & wife and doctor. Her accomplishments are truly amazing. And to think from her dying bed she requested a dance video from you! How inspiring! How magical is your work, Gurdeep!

Katrina Highberg's avatar

The night my BIL passed my sister told me he "graduated". A profound statement of his death.

We had a tremendous wake that he planned as he knew he was terminal. He was not scared of death. He died at home with my sister beside him.

Try not to mourn death. It is a part of life. Celebrate lives lived instead of concentrating on your koss. Have a wake.

Celia Lewis's avatar

Thanks Gurdeep, for sharing your experience re Nadia. I'm looking outside at the rain this morning (Vancouver, of course!) and planning on a walk to find more blossoms today - magnolia, camelia, forsythia, pansies, daffodils and more - plus some people to smile with, dogs to pat, and come home to do more of my dancing (even if I can't jump on one foot!! ). Cheers, there IS more joy and delight in the world, every day.

Gurdeep Pandher's avatar

Thank you, Celia! I'm trying to visualize magnolias, camellias, forsythias, pansies and daffodils.