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3 Lessons I Learned From The Death Of My Grandmother

A part of me wishes I could somehow go back into time and change my history with her.

T Bone
Feb 15, 2019
University of West Georgia
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3 Lessons I Learned From The Death Of My Grandmother
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Several relationships in my family have been strained, even ones including myself. I did not choose to be born into such a dysfunctional, broken group of people. But... I cannot dwell on it. However, there are some really valuable things I've learned within this week that will truly help me evolve as a young woman.

1. Life Insurance Is VERY Important!

As a teenager, and now a young adult, several people around me have always expressed how important it is to have life insurance and to continuously pay on it. Honestly, minus my uncle who passed away a few years ago from cancer, I have never attended a funeral of a family member or friend that I was actually close to. On this Saturday, however, I will be attending my grandmother's funeral. With that being said, I have witnessed first hand the frustration and stress of having little or no life insurance money can have on family members trying to plan a decent memorial service. Many times, some people never really think about death or the impact it will have on others. This is a terrible mistake to make. It is ok to live your life and have fun, but also consider the important things. Talk to your parents, your children, your siblings, your spouse; be open and honest. Establish great habits early. Try your best to limit as much chaos as possible during hard, grieving times.

2. Death Does Not Solve Family Issues.

If there were any family feuds before a loved one passed away, chances are that death will not solve the issue. Some people may decide to put their differences aside, others will continue to dwell and fight about problems. Either way, someone's death will not make an issue go away completely.

3. Never Stay Angry For Too Long.

I try my best to live by this motto myself. Arguing and having disagreements is very normal, its apart of being human. But... the sad reality is that no one knows when a certain party, gathering, or conversation will be the last. So, if possible, try to solve any issue and misunderstanding.

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