Why do we seek to prolong life? This calm yet provocative question came from a close friend whose parent, at over 80, had just undergone a costly self-funded treatment that amounted to half a million dollars. He wondered why humans can’t simply live out their natural lifespan and pass peacefully when the time comes like…
In the context of recent economic turbulence, many individuals are feeling a sense of uncertainty, drawing parallels to the fears experienced during the Great Depression. A compelling resource that I read recently offers insight into this period is “The Great Depression: A Diary” by Benjamin Roth which chronicles the struggles faced by those living through…