just the other day, i was looking through to see what books i have.
there's this one book, my favorite one,
tuesdays with morrie by mitch albom.
it was a great book, very touching, truly inspiring.
then it struck my mind that maybe i could go see how this morrie looked like.
and so, i went to youtube.
ted koppel actually interviewed morrie schwartz sometime before his death.

i think everyone should read the book or watch the interview.
morrie schwartz is generous enough to share what he has learnt in life,
his thoughts on death and all.
here it is:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcnL2o385Gw

statements that he offered that may/may not be there with you:
- talk about it; dont hide in a corner or try to conceal it because all it does
is destroy your self-esteem. it is very important to keep that self-esteem.
- accept it; this is you.
- keep an open heart; open it up further n further n further until you encompass
as much as you can with your love.
- be alert and aware in the things that really interests you and go for it,
be involved.
- be compassionate; to yourself, to other people.
- treat yourself gently; be kind to yourself.

and the three basic traits he thinks is the most important are:
- be compassionate
-be loving
- take responsibility
to yourself and others.

"Sometimes you cannot believe what you see, you have to believe what you feel.
And if you are ever going to have other people trust you,
you must feel that you can trust them, too--even when you're in the dark.
Even when you're falling. "

"Love is when you are as concerned about someone else's situation
as you are about your own."

"Don't let go too soon but don't hang on too long. Find a balance."

i just wanna be
alone tonight
i just wanna take
a little breather