Death is a horrible thing.
Death is not confined by reason, nor is it restricted by time. Death is not defined by race, gender, sexuality, or religion. It is consistent, ultimate, and forthcoming.
But death is also beautiful thing.
Death gives each life meaning. Without death, a life would not be remembered; it would simply continue to exist. Memories that last generations would not be necessary. Together, life creates opportunity to impact, and death gives us a chance to remember that impact forever.
The life of Kobe was an opportunity to change a generation of basketball, to inspire young children to work with the Mamba Mentality, and to show others what it really means to love your family.
This abrupt end to his life is a rude awakening that death is not avoidable, even for a legendary icon. It’s a reminder that we should work towards achieving the good in our life, whatever it may be. It’s a calling to love unconditionally, to live fully, to laugh constantly, and to listen intently with the people in your life.
The life of Gigi was the opportunity to impact young women everywhere, to love your craft and to work harder than everyone else to achieve greatness. Countless young girls will now play basketball in her name.
While taken too soon, those nine men and women on that plane each served a life with purpose, emphasized more fully by the fate we will all receive: death.
Kobe’s life is filled with so many memorable moments that are now being shared across social media. The stories of his motivation, leadership, passion, and determination both on and off the court are endless. But today, he inspires once more: the gift of life, held so preciously in check by the force of death, cannot be squandered.
On Episode 35 of the NTTB podcast, we discuss the following topics:
On Episode 34 of the NTTB podcast, we discuss the following topics:
