Reflection For January 11th

The Sweetness and Tragedy of Life

Today, I was at a funeral, surrounded by faces that held lifetimes of memories. In that sacred space, I was reminded of the sweetness of life—the joy, the love, and the connection we share. But I was also reminded of its tragedy: how fragile it is and how we eventually lose one another.

There is so much trauma in the world right now, so much pain and suffering that weighs heavy on all of us. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed and to lose sight of what’s still good and beautiful.

But here’s what I realized: even in the face of loss, there’s a profound lesson. The sweetness of life doesn’t disappear because of its tragedies—it exists alongside them. The memories, love, and connections are proof of life’s richness, even when it feels fragile.

Today, let’s honour both the sweetness and the sorrow. Remember that even amid pain, there is still so much to cherish. And let’s hold tight to the hope that comes simply from being alive and part of this messy, beautiful human experience.

To life,
Coach Che