This week I learned from a friend that one of our mutual friends was recently diagnosed with cancer. I immediately called my friend to offer sympathy and support but felt like I'd already let him down by being so out of touch that I had to hear second hand about his diagnosis.
This guy is so unselfish, kind, and caring; the type of person we need more of in this world. I hope he takes me up on my offer to help but he is a giver so I'm not expecting him to ask. Obviously, staying in touch with him wouldn't have prevented his cancer, but promising to stay in touch going forward and offering to help seems a pathetic gesture. On the plus side, my friend is a strong, positive personality which can only help him; can't help but wonder whether my positive thoughts through meditation can help him?
We spoke about his medical options (none of which are very optimistic) and the decisions he faces. Based on my recent medical diagnosis (pales in comparison to cancer) and my subsequent decisions, I told him that when the time came, he would know what decision to make.
Stories like this further reinforce my belief about living in the Here and Now. It is never too late to live in and enjoy the present.
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