THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE - We Have Forgotten The Value Of Grief

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  • Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
  • One of the most significant events in the human experience is loss. It comes in all sizes throughout our lifetime. And yet, so many of us do our best to avoid our grief, shorten it, medicate it, or push through it with our eyes closed. We have forgotten the value of grief. We have allowed the intensity of the experience to overshadow the benefit we can receive.
    Even though you come out of loss hurt, you can grow and you can learn. If we let grief shake us into being kinder human beings, we wake up to our shared humanity. We wake up to what binds us together as people. We see the light in each other. We find community.
    And maybe, armed with all the gifts and lessons of loss, we’ll walk each step differently, more mindfully, intentionally, and deliberately. And when we choose to walk this path with our eyes focused on the gifts, they multiply.
    Filmed in Cape Town, South Africa.
    Featuring Mpoki Grace Gumede (Instagram : @mphokigrace)
    All of our films are made possible through the generous support of our patrons.
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    Who is Green Renaissance? We are Michael and Justine - passionate filmmakers, living off-grid and dedicating our time to making films that we hope will inspire and share positivity out into the world.
    Editing - by Jackie Viviers
    Sound mix - by Tamryn Breakey
    Music sourced from ArtList - bit.ly/2KfrAt2
    High Places - by Lane King
    Flight of the Inner Bird - by Yehezkel Raz
    Abaft - by Michael FK
    Who Else Would Travel These Waters With Me? - by The Soundkeeper
    Stillness Speaks - by Life in Colour
    The Afterpiece - by Moment of Now
    A huge thank you to these guys, who so generously gave of their to time to help with language translations:
    Arabic - by Mohammad Alkhudhair
    Catalan - by Pau Zabaleta
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Czech - by Pavla Látalová
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Natalia Hoffsteter
    Georgian - by Qeti Giorgadze
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Vincenzo Mocerino
    Korean - by Chloe Park
    Persian - by Mona Zadsham
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Jonatha Koeller
    Russian - by Assiya Marzhanova
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Marianne Carrere
    Thai - by Pimmi Uamart
    Turkish - by Ahsen Aygören
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le

Комментарии • 649

  • @lwandie260
    @lwandie260 2 года назад +243

    When she said she wants her kids to live a life that makes them happy. She's an amazing person and a wonderful parent.

  • @MrsCrunchy
    @MrsCrunchy 2 года назад +58

    "If your kids are happy, then you will be happy." I would love to imagine a world where every parent held that belief. Beautiful video. I know I say that about all of your videos...but it's true every time.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you so much for these beautiful and encouraging words, it means so much to us. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @R_For_Rider
    @R_For_Rider 2 года назад +36

    From past two years.. Living alone and feeling sometimes to talk to someone but no one is there... Thank you for this amazing video

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +5

      You are welcome Rafik, we are so happy you enjoyed this video. Many people experienced the same as you. We hope our videos could and can help you in difficult moments. We send you much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @ProudAfricanalways
      @ProudAfricanalways Год назад +2

      Feel free to reach out fellow human. We all
      Part of the Earth community.

    • @gwen8922
      @gwen8922 6 месяцев назад

      I know that feeling

  • @Borinquena1973
    @Borinquena1973 2 года назад +55

    What an amazing woman. She has grabbed her life and taken control. She is such a loving and kind person. The freeness of doing things that make you happy and never allowing life’s struggles to stop you from loving hard. Love this!

  • @tillyvickers2721
    @tillyvickers2721 2 года назад +39

    I always feel like it's their soul speaking, without filters.It's a rare and beautiful thing to hear people, like Grace, speaking from the heart.🙂🥰❤
    If only the whole world could learn how to, what a different world this would be.
    Thanks a lot Grace 😘👌and thank YOU for spreading love and peace and joy.😘👌

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +2

      Thank you for your lovely comment Tilly, we are so happy that we could share Grace's story.💚

  • @marwansal4175
    @marwansal4175 2 года назад +54

    Sometimes we have to be our own cheerleader, and get up in the morning to do LIFE. Brave woman, even turned the loss of a family member into a motivation to do more. She's enough for herself and that impacts her parenting style. I believe some ppl are born with this gift.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Interesting and beautiful message Marwan, thank you for sharing. 💚

    • @islande809
      @islande809 2 года назад +1

      I really love this ❤❤❤

    • @seemycurls
      @seemycurls 2 года назад +1

      So true 👍🏾 🥰.

  • @tikifhe7769
    @tikifhe7769 2 года назад +31

    Parents' love is universal. My dad said the exact same to me a few times, "as long as you are happy, I am happy" - this memory made me tear up. Thank you Grace! Your kids will be thanking you

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for sharing your own experiences Tiki, wonderful that you could related to what Grace spoke. 💚

  • @TheHappyblacky
    @TheHappyblacky 2 года назад +99

    Her positive energy is contagious. She’s funny and inspiring too. Such a beautiful life she has. Thank you for Saturdays inspiration 💫

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      You are so welcome, glad you enjoyed Grace's story! 💚

    • @cazpk6840
      @cazpk6840 2 года назад

      Beautiful laughter and spirit. ⚘

    • @neeraj4u257
      @neeraj4u257 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife , xx c x xx 🙇

  • @2ancient2define97
    @2ancient2define97 2 года назад +27

    Love this. She absolutely described how I want my children to be in this world. Not a replica of me, just totally who they came here to be.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Nice that you could identify with what she shared. We wish you can achieve exactly that for your children. 💚

  • @rjrod6381
    @rjrod6381 2 года назад +11

    This film has a little bit of many wonderful things. She talks about the positive effect of excercise; about doing challenging things, about being empathetic and show emotions towards other people. She talks about painful losses, but also about the importance of pursuing our own happiness. A beautiful human being. Thanks GR 💚💚

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing this beautiful message, so nice that you found so many lovely things in this video. Kind wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @lauriejerome9179
    @lauriejerome9179 2 года назад +9

    "Live in the present. You are getting a present, right today."

  • @Ellary_Rosewood
    @Ellary_Rosewood 2 года назад +109

    This is one truly inspiring woman. I'm gonna get up from my chair and go for a nice long walk now. I love how she talked about how much she loves challenging herself and how it makes us really feel alive. I feel like I should write this down somewhere where I can see it every day, as a way to remind myself of all of the things I'm working towards and the life I want to live. As always, thank you for sharing another story with a beautiful human. ❤️

    • @R_For_Rider
      @R_For_Rider 2 года назад +3

      Exactly.... Challenges what makes us feel alive

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +3

      Thank you for sharing Ellary how this video affected in a positive way and inspired you to get active. We wish you all the best for your road ahead. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @dianeleirer9878
    @dianeleirer9878 2 года назад +28

    I imagine how wonderful it would be for Green Renaissance videos to be played in environments where people are experiencing stress(large or small) like hospital lobbies or airports. Thank you yet again for another deeply moving video.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Interesting thought Diane, thank you for sharing. We are glad you enjoyed this video as well. Kind wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @dianeleirer9878
      @dianeleirer9878 2 года назад +2

      @@ReflectionsofLife I also thought of people experiencing incarceration after I posted my comment.

    • @KiwikimNZ
      @KiwikimNZ 2 года назад

      Yes!

  • @ReflectionsofLife
    @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +72

    A reminder that many of our films incl language translations. A huge thank you to these guys, who so generously gave of their to time to help with language translations on this story...
    Arabic - by Mohammad Alkhudhair
    Catalan - by Pau Zabaleta
    Croatian - by Davor Bobanac
    Czech - by Pavla Látalová
    English - by Justine du Toit
    French - by Natalia Hoffsteter
    Georgian - by Qeti Giorgadze
    German - by Tanja Pütz
    Indonesian - by Ary Nuansa
    Italian - by Vincenzo Mocerino
    Korean - by Chloe Park
    Persian - by Mona Zadsham
    Polish - by Anna Konieczna
    Portuguese - by Jonatha Koeller
    Russian - by Assiya Marzhanova
    Slovak - by Zuzana Beratsova
    Slovenian - by Jasmina Kovačič
    Spanish - by Marianne Carrere
    Thai - by Pimmi Uamart
    Turkish - by Ahsen Aygören
    Vietnamese - by Thi Le

    • @R_For_Rider
      @R_For_Rider 2 года назад +4

      I too want to contribute for 'Hindi' From 🇮🇳India

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for your kind offer to assist with translation into Hindi, Rafik. We usually have Parul assisting us but please send us an email to hello@greenrenaissance.co.za to chat more about what is required and to note your details. We look forward to receiving your email. Kind wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @NLiaNLia
      @NLiaNLia 2 года назад +1

      Спасибо, Асия!! Teşekkürler, Ahsen!🙏🏻💚👍🏻👏🏻

    • @SunShine-mq3is
      @SunShine-mq3is 2 года назад +1

      @@NLiaNLia да, спасибо Асия) Было искренне жаль, когда выходили новые видео и не было возможности понять о чём они.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for your words. We do our best to provide as many subtitles as possible but we rely on volunteers and sometimes they are not able to create them or send them to us in time. If this happens, please check back from time to time as we might have uploaded them. 💚

  • @janicestevenson6496
    @janicestevenson6496 2 года назад +20

    "I will never give up on love...because maybe at a certain time the person was not ready to receive..." Thank you for this presentation.
    Here is a quote about love from Steps to Knowledge by Marshall Vian Summers:
    "The presence of Love is with you...If this presence were not in the world, the world would have destroyed itself long ago... There would be no hope for true community and for all the things that human beings are capable of in their temporary life here. All things of true value would not emanate, for the darkness of imagination and the darkness of fear would cover the world permanently and all would live in complete darkness.... How could you live in darkness permanently when you are born of the light, to which you will return? You have been sent into the world to bring the light into the world, not to confirm the world's darkness. Receive the light of Knowledge...experience this within yourself...for this is the presence of love. This is God within the world... Be attentive and experience the presence of love in the world [and] within yourself... From the stillness of this presence emanate all good works, all important ideas and the motivation for all important activities." (MVS, Steps to Knowledge)

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing Janice. Beautiful words, Food for Thought. 💚

    • @johnchapman5125
      @johnchapman5125 2 года назад

      Thank you, Janice.

    • @naturalwellnesswithgomolem6870
      @naturalwellnesswithgomolem6870 2 года назад

      Absolutely beautiful..I believe so much in love and I can't wait to fall in love with a soul that has done the work on themselves and our coming together will simply be a way of amplifying and activating the magic within both of us.

  • @thenjproduction4061
    @thenjproduction4061 2 года назад +15

    "The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra."

  • @Amelia_123-w6y
    @Amelia_123-w6y 2 года назад +49

    Thank you once again . She spoke from her heart . A heart so full of love. Well taught by her grandma. She recognises and values the teaching of her elders. A very inspiring lady. Her children are very lucky to have her. Beautifully shot , powerful words. Thank you 😊

    • @larsstougaard7097
      @larsstougaard7097 2 года назад +2

      So true 😊🙏🌏🌟

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +2

      You are absolutely welcome, thank you for sharing your thoughts with all of us. 💚

  • @leonita2252
    @leonita2252 2 года назад +18

    Grace...you are an extraordinary human indeed and a wise mother ❤️, thank you Grace, thank you Green Renaissance, enlighten as always 💚

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for your kind words again Leo, glad liked what Grace shared.. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @leonita2252
      @leonita2252 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife Sending love to you too Justine and Michael and the whole crew of Green Renaissance 💚

  • @joycejune7463
    @joycejune7463 2 года назад +11

    you are an inspiration ... your grandmother has touched your kids many, many times ... she's in their hearts as well as yours ... you've loved greatly and be proud of that!

  • @deborahjohnson3876
    @deborahjohnson3876 2 года назад +26

    I agree with this philosophy of child rearing 100%.Reminds me a lot of Khalil Gibran’s writing On Children. Grace’s children are very fortunate and I am sure her grandmother’s spirit and teachings live on in her. Very inspiring! Thank you for sharing her with us.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing these thoughts with us Deborah. And yes, her grandmother's spirit and teachings are very much part of her life. 💚

    • @guineverebachelor6089
      @guineverebachelor6089 2 года назад +1

      Khalil Gilbran came to mind as I listened to her too! His poem ‘On Children’ echoes her words completely:
      ‘Your children are not your children.
      They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for itself.
      They come through you but not from you,
      And though they are with you yet they belong not to you.’

    • @deborahjohnson3876
      @deborahjohnson3876 2 года назад

      @@guineverebachelor6089 I love this poem! The groom’s mother and I read verses from it at my daughter’s wedding.

    • @guineverebachelor6089
      @guineverebachelor6089 2 года назад +1

      @@deborahjohnson3876 what a beautiful, meaningful gift to the bride and groom!

  • @debbiedeveau6924
    @debbiedeveau6924 2 года назад +5

    I've been thinking for the past 2 years to start working out again. Today will be the day thank you for the reminder..

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Lovely, so nice this video inspired you Debbie. We wish you wonderful moments while you are out and about. 💚

  • @bbqmamag8287
    @bbqmamag8287 2 года назад +36

    Such a lovely message and such a lovely woman. She’s a wonderful mother….I really identify with how she feels about her children….her understanding of her true being is very humbling to experience. Thank you!!! 🙏🏻😍❤️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you so much for writing to us Gina, lovely message.💚

  • @helenpk237
    @helenpk237 2 года назад +1

    What a beautiful Soul this lady has, to tell us how she felt losing her Grandma & wanting her Grandma to see her grandchildren xx She is grieving & crying so genuinely . Love her honesty from within herself x & telling her children to be happy & be reassured of mothers love for them x thank you my dear lady for sharing your story with us x God bless you & all your Family xxx Helen Kirrage xx

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Beautiful comment Helen, thank you so much for sharing. We are glad you enjoyed listening to Grace's story. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @cendrinerey5756
    @cendrinerey5756 2 года назад +5

    Merci 🙏🏻

  • @reelhappytravellers2691
    @reelhappytravellers2691 2 года назад +6

    Blessed you dear who show us beautiful things in humble places where some people never see them!!!!🥰❤💯
    Really thank you for that.....

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you very much for this encouraging comment. Glad you liked it.💚

  • @sarahp1383
    @sarahp1383 2 года назад +19

    What a lovely person. So wonderfully honest. Material things don't matter, but time we'll spent does. She is a very strong woman and yet deep within her, she is as fragile as a flower. God bless her.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for this beautiful comment Sarah. 💚

    • @sarahp1383
      @sarahp1383 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife
      Felt from the heart. Thank you Green Renaissance for this video
      .

  • @iwonazadura698
    @iwonazadura698 2 года назад +8

    Beautiful person, beautiful Spirit, soul. Thanks for this film

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Our pleasure Iwona! Thank you for taking the time to watch. 💚

  • @annahartl9932
    @annahartl9932 2 года назад +5

    You are a wise woman, thank you!

  • @dorothylaplante7243
    @dorothylaplante7243 2 года назад +10

    So many wise words. Your an amazing human. Blessings to your family.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for watching. We send many kind wishes to you Dorothy. 💚

  • @moonlighteternal8024
    @moonlighteternal8024 2 года назад +7

    You're an amazing Woman, Grace!

  • @shawnlivers2757
    @shawnlivers2757 2 года назад +3

    This is beautiful.. the way she speaks of her grandmother warmed my heart especially. Thank you for these meaningful videos.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      It's a pleasure Shawn, we so enjoy sharing these little films. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @beckjaq3608
    @beckjaq3608 2 года назад +9

    Feel happy and yet sad there's parents out there who actually give af bout their kids. Thank u for these awesome videos.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sending us this message, we are glad we can share these stories with so many people, glad you enjoy them. 💚

  • @flamingo5898
    @flamingo5898 2 года назад +18

    Grace is an inspiration and a beautiful woman inside and out. Her philosophy on how she is raising her children is how I feel, too. Thank you so much for bringing Grace into my life, Green Renaissance 🙏🏼

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      It's an absolute pleasure Flamingo, we are so happy you liked the video we shared. 💚

  • @jola8471
    @jola8471 2 года назад +3

    Grace, I 💓You.👌🙏🙏🌹 😘💖

  • @roachellgrittens5141
    @roachellgrittens5141 2 года назад +4

    Yes the mountain are peaceful I used to live in Trinidad I miss climbing the air is fresh

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      So nice that you can related to Grace's experience. 💚

  • @ReynaSingh
    @ReynaSingh 2 года назад +9

    Such wonderful words!

  • @agl5132
    @agl5132 2 года назад +2

    Blessings Grace! You touched my soul this morning. Your tears became my tears. We are truly souls having our own human experiences. 👐🏽👏🏽

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thanks for sharing this lovely message with us AGL. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @mariannewolf57
    @mariannewolf57 2 года назад +1

    Gosh, Grace- you are so beautiful! I could listen to you all day long. - Thank you Green Renaissance for introducing us to another amazing Human Being.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Lovely message Marianne, thank you. We are glad we could share Grace's story. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @lucydaisy146
    @lucydaisy146 2 года назад +4

    Lovely 🌷💖thank you 💖for another wonderful video

  • @josebienvenidobalitian4574
    @josebienvenidobalitian4574 2 года назад +1

    It's a beautiful story indeed! And the caption is tremendously moving. Thank you for all the inspiration you are sharing. God bless you Renaissance Team!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you very much, we are so glad you enjoyed the story Grace shared. Thank you too for the encouraging words, we appreciate them. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @SoulSips
    @SoulSips 2 года назад +3

    ❤Grace, aptly named.
    God bless you and your lovely children.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you Sandhya. Sending blessings to you too. 💚

  • @akashkanojia28
    @akashkanojia28 2 года назад +17

    Your every word touched me❤ and made me more grateful toward others. Lotsss of love to you and your kids Grace❤❤❤

  • @naturalwellnesswithgomolem6870
    @naturalwellnesswithgomolem6870 2 года назад +1

    I see myself in her.id love to appear on this channel one day ☺️❤️😍so much joy and good vibes here.this is the ultimate meaning of life

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      We're so glad that these stories resonate so deeply with you. And we're humbled that you would like to feature - who knows, maybe our paths will cross one day. Until then, we hope that each new story that we share, makes your heart smile. Much love. Justine and Michael x

  • @1699ArunjeetSINGH
    @1699ArunjeetSINGH 2 года назад +3

    Love and Physical Excercise is a therapy for mind, body & soul. I do feel when you think and feel about The Love from inside this is a only food to soul instead of feeding hatred to soul and on the other side when you do physical excercise it's a food for body and it's also have same importance.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      So true, being active is so good for body, mind and soul. As always, thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. 💚

  • @jbye5353
    @jbye5353 2 года назад +11

    Oh my goodness I cried my way through this as this lovely lady Grace spoke of the death of her Grandmother, because I lost both of my parents last year. Grace, please don't think that you didn't spend enough time, our elders know life is busy, and they appreciate whatever we can do. Material things do represent love, because you went to the trouble to buy something for your Grandmother, and you were thinking of her at the time, and you took your finite time and energy to buy it, and she knew it. When my mother's health declined I bought her a wheelchair and was hesitant to give it to her because it represents bad health. But she was moved, I could see it in her face, because for her I made an effort and it would let us be together more often. Material things can carry our love to those we care and love.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +2

      Thank you for sharing your personal experiences with us. So sad that you have to cope with this big loss. May you find strength, encouragement and healing along the way. We send you warm hugs, Justine and Michael.💚

    • @franziskawaldner1523
      @franziskawaldner1523 2 года назад +1

      So weise liebevolle Antworten tun sehr gut. Niemals das materielle unterschätzen.

    • @jbye5353
      @jbye5353 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife Thank you Justine and Michael.

  • @Mary-mj9mf
    @Mary-mj9mf 2 года назад +1

    This beautiful woman's grandmother follows her every morning.....xx

  • @askarkalliyath6316
    @askarkalliyath6316 2 года назад +5

    How you got this kind of personalities.? Such a great work. Appreciate your full team.. Keep uploading 🌼

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Beauty surrounds us all every day. And everyone has a story to share, it's about making the time to truly listen to each other, with open hearts and minds. If we do that wonderful things can happen. Thank you for your encouraging words Askar, we appreciate it. We hope to release many more inspiring videos. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @askarkalliyath6316
      @askarkalliyath6316 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife yeah well said. ❤

  • @minisethi8439
    @minisethi8439 2 года назад +5

    Beautiful woman with a beautiful mind,heart & soul.she inspires us to follow a routine in life and make life extraordinary with simple acts of kindness,love & gratitude. Thank you GR team.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      It's such pleasure to share this video with you. 💚

  • @fearthehoneybadger
    @fearthehoneybadger 2 года назад +9

    Loss allows us to realize the value of who, and what, we have.

  • @zxf120383
    @zxf120383 2 года назад +1

    The words that she spoke ministered to me at 5am , where anxiety, depression and sorrow hits me like a train. It is relatable. The words beautifully express what I am feeling now
    1. Loss is one of the things that I don't deal best
    2. it is something that is painful and it shatters my heart
    3.I don't wish it upon my worst enemy
    4. when I climb that mountain, whatever I am going through that moment ,it seems to fade away
    5.live for the moment , live for today
    6. you are getting the present right now ,open it up and just live it

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      We are glad Grace's message was so meaningful to you Sarah. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @tosk4674
    @tosk4674 2 года назад +2

    Bardzo dziękuję 🙏
    Pozdrawiam ciepło ❤ Tomek

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      It's a pleasure Tomek, glad we could provide Polish subtitles thanks to Anna. 💚

  • @lifeslessons9889
    @lifeslessons9889 Год назад +1

    As a parent - we are only as happy as our saddest child . 😊. You’ll never know that feeling until you have children

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      Deep words, thank you for sharing. Words to ponder on. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @deepika343
    @deepika343 2 года назад +2

    !!! RIGHT NOW.
    LET'S be SENSIBLE NOW AS THIS IS THE VERY LAST OPPORTUNITY.
    #SaveSoil #ConsciousPlanet #JourneyForSoil #100DaysForSoil #100DaysofSoil

  • @LifewithAlegria
    @LifewithAlegria 2 года назад +8

    Beautiful message. Grace is right, it’s all about the time we spend with those we love and allowing them to be exactly who they are is a gift.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts, glad it was meaningful. 💚

  • @aperson2730
    @aperson2730 2 года назад +2

    0:38
    Beautiful laugh. I couldn't help but laugh with her and I'm thousands of miles away ! 😀

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      So beautifully written, thank you for sharing. We send you much love. Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @goyonayona
    @goyonayona 2 года назад +8

    I admire her for her extraordinaryness. And I agree that I exercise when I'm tired or in pain. This video is also very beautiful and touching. Thank you always.☺️💚

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      So glad you enjoyed it, thank you for watching.💚

  • @maripons8217
    @maripons8217 2 года назад

    Thats the best present you can give to your granma,yourself,how you love your kids,who you are...i,m sure she said...WELL DONE!!Beautiful women

  • @gamzeg.5601
    @gamzeg.5601 2 года назад +5

    While I think , what a beautiful thing, the female athlete was walking around and laughing, while suddenly tears fell from the woman's eyes. Even more interestingly, I lost my dog ​​suddenly in 2018. He got sick on Monday and became an angel on Friday. Since that day, I'm tired of thinking about where my angel is doing and being in regret. I hope there is a place where we can meet. Otherwise life is meaningless. amazing and wonderful video full of surprises. thank you so much.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for sharing these words, may you find a place where you feel at peace and know that you will reunite again with your furry friend. So glad you enjoyed the video. We send you warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @7style0
    @7style0 2 года назад

    "Enlightening realm story of love, I'm sorry for the past away of your love one. You're amazing mother to your lovely children and beautiful amazing woman of grace Amen 🙏

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it Elaine. Justine and Michael.💚

  • @anastasiafilimonova9136
    @anastasiafilimonova9136 5 месяцев назад

    What a wise, kind, beautiful mama with such a big heart... I wish I could hug this woman. I only dream to have such a friend. I'm applauding to such a personality. Love, from Ukraine

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  5 месяцев назад +1

      We thank you for your kind message, such touching words. Sending much love from South Africa, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @rul4522
    @rul4522 2 года назад +4

    To me she is fortunate to be able to feel her pain. Blessing.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Kind wishes to you G.E., thank you for watching. 💚

  • @Dee-iw6up
    @Dee-iw6up 2 года назад

    Another beautiful soul. I have only ever wanted the very same things for my own children. It is their lives, to live as they wish. 👏🐨

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you Deidre. We are glad this video resonated with you, that you had the same outlook. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @janewild9150
    @janewild9150 2 года назад

    I am a grandma…and I can tell you that your grandma is there with you and your babies! No regrets…we gmas know things…and we adore you forever..God Bless you..❤️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for this kind message Jane. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @nandspeartree7263
    @nandspeartree7263 2 года назад

    Beautiful, I aspire to have this beautiful woman's philosophy of life, what an inspiration and a reminder to be grateful to be alive and to live life in the moment 🌹🤗❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Glad you enjoyed the video Nands. Wonderful that Grace could inspire you. 💚

  • @henklooose2372
    @henklooose2372 2 года назад +3

    Great video, great woman, great soul.

  • @dakshpreetkaur2248
    @dakshpreetkaur2248 2 года назад +6

    There's some power in her words that connects me and pushes me to do whatever people think i can't....such a powerful soul she has lots of love 💚

  • @fsr1391
    @fsr1391 2 года назад

    Grace, you”re a lovely person and speak beautifully.
    I’m a grandma, sending you love, blessings and strength in raising your children.
    Have fun with the kids and
    thank you for inspiring me to start exercising again!!!!!!!!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you so much for the kind message. So wonderful that Grace inspired you to become more active again. Warm wishes to you, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @Astridos78
    @Astridos78 Год назад

    Grandmothers are a special kind ♥ I believe that everytime you think of her, she's visiting you. Cherish those moments ♥ Beautiful woman, beautiful spirit, beautiful energy ♥

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад +1

      Such kind words, thank you. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @davidberry5015
    @davidberry5015 2 года назад

    She is a wonderful person. That is the greatest gift we can give our family who have passed. We honor their name by doing the best we can and by being happy. Love every day. Great film!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for watching, we are glad you enjoyed the video David. 💚

  • @rajatagarwal4436
    @rajatagarwal4436 2 года назад +6

    I am thankful to you for making this documentary, it really gave happiness to my soul, energy to my body and smile to my face 🌈🌈

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Wonderful Rajat, may you be energized for a long long time. We are happy that we could share this story with you. 💚

  • @nathaliecanada4009
    @nathaliecanada4009 2 года назад

    A happy life is a well-balanced life. This is so well said. What a nice say to teach your children by not putting pressure on them and let them follow their own path.

  • @LoriSavingWild
    @LoriSavingWild 2 года назад

    What a wise, beautiful, wonderful Woman you are Grace. "Open the present of life we are all given, and live it". Wow.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Glad you enjoyed Grace's message Lori. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @kumn7694
    @kumn7694 2 года назад

    These are the people who break generational curses... no child should love to please their parents. They should live for themselves... much love ❤

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for watching and sharing these thoughts Kum. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @guineverebachelor6089
    @guineverebachelor6089 2 года назад +1

    Mpoki Grace is so very inspiring with her positivity. She has suffered pain at the loss of her grandmother but has risen above her grief. So many parents can learn from her in the way she wants her children to live their own dreams without her imposing her ideas on them. I love what she says about living for the moment; for some reason it sounds so impactful coming from her even though it is a message bee have all heard so often. I’m even insured by her ‘extraordinary’ exercise routine! The excellent editing and soundtrack just add to another beautiful video.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank for sharing this message with us Guinevere, also the encouraging words about our work. We appreciate it. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

    • @guineverebachelor6089
      @guineverebachelor6089 2 года назад

      @@ReflectionsofLife 🥰

  • @herminiaamado1917
    @herminiaamado1917 2 года назад

    Bella Mujer . Expresa su amor desde el Corazón, apresar de su Fragilidad. Bendiciones para ti y tu familia. Desde Bogotá Colombia 👏🇨🇴

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for the kind words Herminia. We are glad you enjoyed the video with Grace. Sending warm wishes to you in Columbia, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @vernasinclair2318
    @vernasinclair2318 2 года назад +3

    Thank you! Thank you ever so much!💚👍

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      You are welcome. So glad we could share the video Verna. 💚

  • @airamjasi3513
    @airamjasi3513 2 года назад +1

    Namaste 🙏 Seelenfrieden for dich liebe Seelenschwester.... aus Deutschland.... thank you.... 🎈🌈🌺

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for watching Airam. We send warm hugs to you in Germany. Justine and Michael.💚

    • @tanjap2002
      @tanjap2002 2 года назад

      Danke für die schöne Nachricht. Herzliche Grüsse. 🙂

  • @seemycurls
    @seemycurls 2 года назад

    Awww, what an in INSPIRATIONAL woman 💪🏾👌🏾👏🏾. Love her spirit 😊. Thanks so much for sharing.

  • @tribebuddha
    @tribebuddha 2 года назад +2

    This. Is. The. Revolution.

  • @michellec2899
    @michellec2899 2 года назад

    Grace don’t forget your✨✨ NANA ✨✨is with you, and your children.🙏😌blessings lovely lady🌹🌺🌸🇬🇧🇨🇦🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊M

  • @kashifshehzad2328
    @kashifshehzad2328 2 года назад +2

    She truly reflects the real meaning of her name by living life gracefully both in happiness and sorrow.

  • @debbiedeveau6924
    @debbiedeveau6924 2 года назад

    If you have a view like that.. exercise is fun! I love working out need to start again! Thank you for the motivation! Your daughter is beautiful! 😉😘 your going to make me 😢 cry... death is so hard our heart shut down. I Love the Mountain it's so beautiful 😍 💕 Your heart is so beautiful! ♥ I'm grateful to wake up today and to watch your video! Thank you for the reminder! God Bless you! Update yesterday was my first day back I forgot how much my body loves it thank you for all you do and who you are Sister such a beautiful soul ❤ 💗 💖

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing this lovely message Debbie. Nice that this video was an inspiration and motivation. Enjoy exercising and life every day. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @yusufbych6308
    @yusufbych6308 2 года назад

    I 100% agree. Me too- using exercises like a medicine every day-it makes me happy and makes a strong body and soul- and I never get too old to cry when it is needed- never lose hope, stay strong be happy- May the Force be with us all.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Nice that you could identify with Grace's story Yusuf. Enjoy exercising and life every day. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @mena48
    @mena48 2 года назад +3

    Extraordinarily wise, compassionate, courageous and beautiful in every way Mpoki Grace. You turned grief into good-grief and joyful wisdom for you children's lives. Wow! Thank you. And deep bow to the enlightened Green Team.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sending us this beautiful message Philomena, we appreciate you kind words so much. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @theloveyourfacegal2773
    @theloveyourfacegal2773 2 года назад

    ❤️ those words " life is a present 🎁 open it up live for today" you take loss hard because you love deep. Nice views thanks for sharing your heart ❤️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      We are glad we could share Grace's story. Thank you for watching Mary. 💚

  • @maskeddreamer3409
    @maskeddreamer3409 2 года назад +9

    What she said about her kids are the exact words I hope I hear from my mom someday. Hopeful. 😊

  • @edwinmudappilai7978
    @edwinmudappilai7978 2 года назад

    Her words are like a cool breeze ....Again thank u green renaissance.....my heart is getting each time wating your videos....❤️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      You are so welcome Edwin. Glad you enjoyed the video 💚

  • @nancykelly9393
    @nancykelly9393 2 года назад +2

    Your videos are so beautiful. The message and the images. And I am always inspired cause you show the beauty of any and every life, if we open our eyes and notice the beauty. Extraordinary beauty of my very ordinary life.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      We appreciate your positive and encouraging comment about our work, thank you Nancy. Glad we can inspire people. 💚

  • @eddytheman1384
    @eddytheman1384 Год назад +2

    Thank you Grace and GR ! Every human being has a unique and priceless story to share. How many stories are out there ? This was one of them ! HPL to all !

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      You are welcome Eddy, thank you for the encouraging words. Glad you enjoy our videos. There are more than 200 videos to date. Sending you warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @tennysoneffie6943
    @tennysoneffie6943 2 года назад +1

    What a beautiful gift this woman is giving to her children.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      We are glad you enjoyed the message Grace shared. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @Galina_Voronina
    @Galina_Voronina 2 года назад

    Замечательный человек, с умным сердцем и добрым умом! Радости вашей семье!

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for these kind words. We send you warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @geetasonea2481
    @geetasonea2481 Год назад

    Grace inspires by her belief. Purifying herself everyday can only reveal the beauty and brightness of the SELF..... Life continues beyond the body and mind.... and loved ones are very much present in your life at all times.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      We are glad you enjoyed her story Geeta. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @petratihelkova1276
    @petratihelkova1276 2 года назад

    Amazing inspiration for a day when I woke up for some reason from crying in my dream …
    Beautiful soul living in beautiful nature ❤️💕🙏…beautiful message ❤️💕🙏

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      We are glad the video could be an inspiration, that you enjoyed the message that Grace shared. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

  • @user-ok2ry3wz5z
    @user-ok2ry3wz5z 2 года назад

    Ваши герои меня восхищают и вдохновляют! Слушая их мне хочется меняться,становиться другой,лучше,Чем я есть.Научиться быть более терпимой к людям,более открытой ,научиться любить безусловной любовью.Как уменьшить ,обезвредить зло на Земле? Искоренять его прежде всего в себе и нести в мир только любовь и добро ! У нас сейчас война и я увидела зло воочию и то,на что оно способно,когда достигает крайнего предела своей концентрации.Это страшно! Такое я видела только в страшных фильмах.Зло не существует само по себе,его творят люди,вернее нелюди.И я понимаю,что нет ничего важнее любви.Мы пришли на эту Землю ,чтобы научиться любить и если мы не сделаем этого у нас нет будущего.Злу может противостоять только ЛЮБОВЬ !!! ДА ЗДРАВСТВУЕТ ЛЮБОВЬ !

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for sharing these deep and beautiful thoughts with us Valentina, especially at this time. May 'love' be stronger than anything else. We send many warm hugs to you from South Africa. Justine and Michael.💚

  • @jalekasapaysen
    @jalekasapaysen Год назад

    It's fascinating to know and feel people who are like me. That's why I love technology. Thank you for sending us the hearts beating with love in the world. I am doing my best to awaken. Let's multiply exist and flow with love. Simply and plainly. ❤️🌱

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  Год назад

      Thank you for this beautiful and kind message. We are glad that we can crate hope and positivity with our videos. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

  • @barbb8117
    @barbb8117 2 года назад +4

    Great “mom” advice. Her grandmother was blessed to have her in her life. So inspiring. Great job! Thank you for sharing.

  • @hattyflame3889
    @hattyflame3889 2 года назад

    Thank you so much x once again for the gift of inspiration 💗 love and light ✨ to all you beautiful souls 🙏💞🌄✨☀️

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      You are so welcome Hatty, so glad we could share this video.💚

  • @thecurioussimran4491
    @thecurioussimran4491 2 года назад +5

    I really like her thoughts for her children that she don't want to impose her thinking on them..she wanted to them to be themselves ❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @cindystechschulte1487
    @cindystechschulte1487 2 года назад

    Fantastic! I was close to my grandmother who lived to 100yrs. Her goal. Hee hee. I cried deeply when u spoke of your loss of grandmother. I understand. When Diggy(my gma) was in nursing home I was able to connect w her once I snapped her out of negative talk. It was like she came back to me in kindness touch and words. Her Impala car and silver set she wanted me to have went to my brother as a wedding gift and the silver to my cousin after family financial crap went down. To assuage guilt I guess. Sometimes when I see it I think of her and I know her true desire. And then I smile because I had time. Time spent w her. No one can take those experiences from me. The things...while nice and beautiful, she had great taste, don't make me smile.

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing your experiences Cindy. Nice that the story was meaningful to you and reminded you of many good memories. 💚

  • @ankitasood11
    @ankitasood11 2 года назад

    I lost my father 11 months back he was 62 years old n left us the way your grandmother left you .he got sick for 5 to 6 days n then .. now wen he is not here i realize many things i should have done for him . He spend his whole life working for the people n everyone knew him from a small child to the older ones . He lived his life the way he wanted to live by helping others n always saying yes to the work anyone told him to do. I pray for him everyday n will always love him. Such a beautiful message you gave that we must live a life that makes us happy. Thank you !

    • @ReflectionsofLife
      @ReflectionsofLife  2 года назад

      Thank you for sharing Ankita, we are sorry to hear about the passing of your father. So wonderful that this video could help you, that it was meaningful. We wish you lots of strength . Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚