DEATH WALKER - Only When We Recognise That We're Going To Die, That We Can Truly Start To Live

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'Death Walker. I love the name, it sounds like a heavy metal band...' - Aralyn Doiron
Aralyn trained to be a Death Walker, which is someone who values death, and who values life.
We have become so separated from death. Yet it is only when we recognise that we're going to die, that we can truly start to live!
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Who is Reflections of Life? We are Justine and Michael (previously known as Green Renaissance). We use our passion for filmmaking and our love of storytelling, to remind our audience of one simple truth - that we are all human. The more that we understand and believe in this interconnectedness, the more we will treat ourselves, one another, and planet earth with a greater sense of compassion.
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Equipment used - Sony A7 MKIII
Music sourced from ArtList - bit.ly/2KfrAt2
Rebirth - by Ziv Moran
Go Softly, Go Lightly, Go Bold - by The SoundKeeper
Birth and Death of a Dream - by Philip Daniel Zach
Expand - by Michael Vignola
Us - by Fjodor
Sound mix by Tamryn Breakey and Stef Albertyn

[@GrandmaEllen]

"I'd like to leave behind a trail of light." Yes.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad you enjoyed this message. 💚

[@winnerkimjinusolodebutaug2786]

“How do you want to be remembered? I don’t need monuments and I don’t need glorification. I would like to know that I used my life well. I’d like to know that I did no harm.” ❤️

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[@bdell519]

Thank you. Ive been a Hospice murse, so have experienced the beautifully painful thing called death Thank you. Your words are wisdom 😊

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome, nice to know that her message resonated much with you. Sending much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@NoNopeAndNo]

Such a calming voice. My thoughts: Most people work extra long hours just to gather more assets attempting to satisfy a void in their lives. Most people push Extremely hard to find ways to live longer, yet in the end they all realise they forgot to simply LIVE Life. Give me ONE memorable day of Living Life & I will pass on the ONE THOUSAND days of Existing. Thanks for the video team 🤗

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@MIke J - Beautifully captured when you say ... Give me one memorable day... !

[@arsalanz2214]

Sometimes trying to live, we stand still waving goodbye to life.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@Arsalan Z - Powerful words - thanks for sharing x

[@thewendyjasper]

You have definitely left a trail of light in my life! So inspiring.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

What a beautiful thing to say :)

[@ARA-ee9yr]

It‘s like a trail in my heart. A light that feels open for me. :) I admire your words Wendy.🍃🌍

[@mslicioussassylips]

I love this lady. She is so in tune with life. I love all of these video's. I am spending hours watching each and every one of them.

[@LevityLia]

Starting with the death of my mother when I was 3, and many others since then I can now, finally, look back and see so very clearly what a blessing this awareness of our mortality is. I truly cherish every day. Not in fear or worry, but in celebration of *life*. I cherish every person in my life. Even the unpleasant ones seem here to teach me something. Being aware and accepting of death makes life so much richer and sweeter. And now at this late date (I'm 70) I've a few friends who are sure they died briefly and came back. Every one of them say it's beautiful and we shouldn't waste a second fearing it. Yet another reason to celebrate.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Interesting thoughts, thank you for sharing. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@SomaSensing]

This touched me deeply. Living with dying in mind, allows us to live in the moment. I hope and pray that I can leave a trail of light behind. Words of wisdom like this can only emerge from wholeness.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@SomaSensing - It's great to see you digging back into our archives, watching the older stories and savouring the messages. Hope that you're enjoying this sunshine before the storm rolls in here to the Overberg later this week :) x

[@bbqmamag8287]

Love this woman and her message....a trail of light....indeed🥰

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[@emeraldcoastgardensfl7323]

What a wonderful film. I feel like I have been treated to a master class on living. As filmmakers, you all are definitely leaving a trail of light ❤️🌄. Thank you.

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[@genesisthepoet815]

Thank God for people like her who own their purpose in order to serve others, even if most may not understand

[@nikkiboss9957]

What a wonderful snippet of you! You have a beautiful gentle warm and caring vibe Lyn! It’s awesome! I want to hug you right now! Xxx

[@deannne]

I'm not sure how you do it, but most if not all your videos each feel like delicious invitations to play and I love receiving them! 🌈

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Deanne - that is such a beautiful thing to say about our films. THANK YOU for taking the time to watch them, to appreciate the message that each character shares, and to share your thoughts with us. We've got so much more to come - so many wonderful people to share xxx

[@shivamlokhande9590]

I just cried, what a life changing advice. everytime I see such videos I go into depth of life. You guys are changing people. what else can be noble than that. I am glad I am part of this community😁. thankyou so much.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@Shivam Lokhande - And we're so glad to have you here with us too. xxx

[@earthlighteleven]

Beautifully done Aralyn - and kudos to the film makers - they do it so well!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for that beautiful compliment about our film Martine. We're doing loads more filming and editing in our spare time, so that we can keep sharing these short stories of inspiration. Keep tuned in for more to come :)

[@heatheramos9361]

Really like her....well done! x

[@barbheeney6990]

I love these videos. Such wisdom , depth. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@jadoncal]

So true, thank you for this! We MUST LIVE!!!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad that you enjoyed Aralyn's story Jadon!

[@alinaadamut]

Wow! This was beyond beautiful, thank you!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome Alina. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@veroniqueBonjour]

Loving, inspiring, peaceful, joyful. Thank you!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome Veronique. We are glad the video was meaningful. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@kaleidoscopelighttherapy]

wow, beautifully filmed you guys, well done!... and such profound subject matter. I was with my mom when she passed over. it was so special. I can see myself doing this with others. I agree we need to get more comfortable with death. it is part of life. they go hand in hand. Please post details on how we can connect with Aralyn Doiron... thank you

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for the special note of appreciation Lara. Sorry to hear about your moms passing, yet so special that you could share those final moments together with her. Drop me an email at [e-mail], and I'll put you in touch with Aralyn directly :)

[@alexapauls6500]

Wonderful woman, so much light and love💜

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@Alexa Pauls - Thanks for taking the time to enjoy her story x

[@naturewoman1274]

I was with both my aunty and mother when they passed on what a privilege there has to be an afterlife

[@mipatataquierido]

I dont know what really dealth walker does but she is a very good life walker / mentor / buddy. I love to chat with her, can be so enlightened.

[@vangielee7929]

awwww. I love this profound message.

[@ManuelaChristina1]

I know what happens. We go home where we come from ❤we are energy in this human body. I have experience it in my coma last year

[@ReflectionsofLife]

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[@anjou6497]

"Leave behind a trail of light..." how beautiful. 🧡🌈🌟

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you liked it. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@anjou6497]

@@ReflectionsofLife she reminds me of a dear friend , she looks like her and they way she thinks & speaks. My friend does seem to leave a trail of light , and I believe she always will. 🧡🍁🍂🍃🌈

[@lindastorey5194]

I couldn't agree more. Once you have allowed yourself to think about it life is more enjoyable.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are pleased you enjoyed the video Linda. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@mediacaolegal7586]

There is also this obsession about being scared of death as if you can run away from it, or avoid it, if you lock yourself down, or walk every day worried and in fear of dying. Then my friend, it's not that you are saving your life or preventing death, you are simply not LIVING. Death is part of Life. It WILL get you whether you like it or not, whenever. I loved this film, this woman and the message; couldn't be more relevant today. Thank you.

[@jasmincreutzburg6244]

So beautiful and powerful and resonant!! Such a beautiful lady !!! 🩵🩵🩵

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[@ninidagul805]

I would want to know when I will die. What I would do differently? I will be less scared. Less scared of doing things, less scared of the places outside my comfort zone, less scared of getting to know people. And maybe less scared of what other people might think of me. I am also a believer of expressing yourself. I am glad that I told people how I felt about them. Sometimes, those seemingly simple comments stick to the person's memory longer than we think, and they have the potential to make their day, or change their perspective about themselves. It's always lovely to see your videos! Thank you for doing what you do with so much love in it. I hope you guys are having a great day! ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

And after reading your beautiful message, our day just become even brighter :) Thanks for always taking the time to appreciate, absorb and reflect on each of our films, and for sharing your thoughts with us. It means so much to have you as part of our community. And keep expressing, keep sharing. Those often seemingly 'insignificant' words can often have such a big impact. xx

[@litelightli2848]

very true 💔💔💔

[@susanhardy2689]

This video made me think about life and how I’m living it and my feelings that I need to say out- loud to the people I love I liked it very much xx

[@margaretek5350]

Thank you 🙏 for this beautiful message! Awesome 👏🙏🙏🙏💛💛💛✨💫✨

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So happy you enjoyed it so much. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@staciejean]

I need to listen to this once a week! Thank you for such a beautiful NEEDED perspective on the "D"word Ha! !🌠

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@Stacie H - So glad that Aralyn's story resonates so deeply with you x

[@susannestibi7577]

Thanks for your inspiring and beautiful movies!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome Susanne, we are glad you enjoy them. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@gypsierosejane3827]

I have always thought a life should be celebrated when a person dies it is only sad because we don't show that person who we are. I agree with her 100% & think the same 👋💜

[@highspiritsfarm781]

Beautiful and thoughtful. Thank you for the trail of light. 💕

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for taking the time to watch Aralyn's story, and for sharing your thoughts. We've got more stories to share - so keep tuned in for a new film out every Wednesday xx

[@randyvining8101]

such a beautiful person. We need more people like this.

[@paulinawaas9204]

Profound! Thank you for remind us about what really life it.... terminal so let's make it be part of us!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Yes, definitely 'food for thought'.💚

[@dnjmcdonald1506]

You’re beautiful. Your thoughts have opened up new ones. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome, we are glad that you found the message she shared meaningful. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@juliawitts7270]

Love Aralyn’s philosophy and her art. ♥️

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[@mylightofsunrise]

Death walker... what a generous soul

[@thanhson1401]

How could almost every word this woman says in the film so wise you could tattoo them on without second guessing?

[@petertobey603]

Trail of light. Presence of life. That others may follow.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Beautilf, thank you Peter. Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dziszajagieo2972]

Thank you so much for this video. I feel extremely inspired and embraced by truth that was spoken by Aralyn. I am also very interested in death and think about it a lot. It is absolutely beautiful to associate with such a light-filled soul even though the audiovisual media :) Much love & gratitude!

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[@tyronebull8466]

Leaving a trail of light… My child leaves a glitter trail of happiness behind her wherever she goes… I hope that I can follow her trail of light when I go. It’s made me so happy to think of it that way Thank you

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome - that is really beautiful!💚

[@colemana1514]

I love this.............and find I have been practising this for some time now making each day a testament to who "I" am............

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Great, we are glad you enjoyed the video. Wonderful that you made the same experiences. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@dennishollinghurst7220]

This video hits home in so many ways. Death is simply part of the circle of life just as impermanence of all things is reality. The past has gone and cannot be changed, whilst the future may not come so live life in the now. Be as kind and compassionate as possible to all things and try to exist in harmony with all other sentient beings. Tell those you love of your love and don't be afraid of human contact.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We are glad this video spoke to you deeply. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, what the message meant to you. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jljohnson1949]

leaving a trail of light has me grinning broadly!!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for watching this video Janice.💚

[@carpediem8946]

Awareness never dies, it transforms. Energie never fade 🙏 life and death are one

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[@charlesdettman8062]

Beautiful!

[@spmoran4703]

In I many culture there are philosophies that meditate on death , this is healthy . I have experienced the death of many beloved people , and I miss those people , but it as made me accept that I am going to die . So, I live .

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Yes, live every day to the fullest. Warm wishes, Justin and Michael.💚

[@guybuysse7]

So beautiful ‘death walker ‘ 🙏❤️🍀

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad this spoke to you Guy. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@paolaflebus7136]

Per ora hai lasciato bellissime emozioni in chi ha guardato questo video....per me è così! Una persona con cui sarebbe bello scambiare più di quattro chiacchiere ;-)

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[@lisalamorey3453]

Lovely!

[@naveenkaushikgodsmasterpie7992]

Fantastic work team 🙂🐼🙂. Live full die empty ❤

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks so much. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@bernicescanlon6137]

What a beautiful lady she is so talented brilliant video thank you

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are so welcome, thank you for watching. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@charlesevans133]

Grace can be seen in the givening of life.

[@user-qp6vg9ho8u]

Everything happens in our lives for a reason. I believe we are here to find out why 🙏

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[@paperprincess1050]

What a lovely girl, yes, to be grace at the end...💖

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you, we are glad you liked the video. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@peter3333able]

I Am with you not Dead yet it's funny in some ways or maybe not funny I was livening. In in India. For a long time . My younger Brother came I'l he had only 6 wks to live so I came back home to look after him asked him what was he going to do do if going to hospital or a home in front of the Doctor his reply was I am not going fucking anywhere you are going to look after me till the end . The Doctor said that's fucking good . So my little Brother that I loved I was there to the end & I will always remember the smile on his face when he took his last Breath . So to you all every day counts while wee are here make the most of all your life . Love & happiness to all Peter Scotland & remember to Dance in the light till the end . Pleas pass this on to last watched vid o & thanks for what ya Do Peter xxx

[@kimulm0619]

The word DEATH ,,,has been dubbed a scary word in first place by design,to keep human/light beings in a state of fear.Its just a transition to the light from which we came.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for sharing these thoughts Kim. Life and death belong very much together. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jcismyall]

We are spirit beings in these earthly vessels. We are eternal spiritually.

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Well said.💚

[@robertashaffer3950]

Wow.....thought provoking big time 🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So happy this spoke to you, Roberta. Much love, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ruthielamarr]

I watched this video long time ago, then later on I changed phone " downloaded there" lost it,so I've been looking for this video ever since

[@ReflectionsofLife]

So glad you found it again. 🙂 Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@3817bm19]

Wauw, thank you!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

You are welcome Niels. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael.💚

[@charlesevans133]

Grace can be seen in the ordering of the universe.

[@augustinekopa6560]

Love this so amazing and being a kiwi I resonate with this so much

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Wonderful to hear 💚

[@aliciayague7587]

thankssss,wonderful.💛

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Our pleasure! So happy you enjoyed it, Alicia. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@amandasymon4363]

Powerful and beautiful 🙏

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad it spoke to you, Amanda. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@paulaclarke8802]

Death is an illution, your consciousness goes to another plane xxx

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for sharing your views with us Paula! Hugs to you. Justine and Michael 💚

[@donnaknepper3821]

I love her❤️thank you

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@janaelafleur5659]

Thanks!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

We appreciate your contribution Janae, thank you. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@larrysherk]

This is a lot easier for us believers in reincarnation. Life in circles, coming and going …

[@Yaya7773]

Friends there is no time to ponder mistakes nor to polish trophies!! Live with purpose! Make every day count!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Interesting words, thank you. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@heatheramos9361]

Great! this is one reason why I am dead(pun) against Euthanasia...dying should be a part of living....feel strongly about this!

[@7UBuntu7]

Every situation in life is temporary so true

[@ReflectionsofLife]

It really is. Thanks for watching. Have a beautiful weekend. Best wishes, Michael & Justine

[@trimansehgal4925]

What a beauty

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[@bredaspacapan6118]

Great video! 🍀

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks so much, we are glad you liked it. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jeremy1350]

I became a "Death Walker" at the age of 25. When the Aids crisis came to my community in South Florida. The straights ran away screaming bloody murder. When I got my diagnosis at age 26, I knew the day I was supposed to die. Clearly. When it came and went, my mentor and I sat together and he said, Hey, that wasn't so bad was it? My death date came around two more cycles, before it got bored of me defying it. My mentor died last May 2023. He was all I had when I was dying. When the straights turned into SAVAGES AND ANIMALS and ridiculed us and condemned us, kicked us to the curb and denied us burial rites, I (We) my community, buried over 200 men. When you walk someone with AIDS into death, you are forever changed inside. And nobody will ever know the horrors we saw, and how that affected us in ways you cannot fathom, and also, the love we shared between us. Good for us, sad for them. 30 years have now passed, and death has not come knocking again. I guess it gave up the ghost !! ha ha People don't talk about death nor want to either. Then when it comes into their lives and homes, they are so traumatized by it. And I think to myself, gee, had you got involved in the game when you could have, this would not seem so bad, really !! Then they need therapy for the rest of their lives because mummy or daddy or even worse, one of their children are dead. Spend twenty weeks in a survivors of suicide support group and tell me, by the end of it, you don't want to kill yourself too !! I've been on the shitty end of the stick my whole life, with people abandoning me, during some of the worst times in my life, including my impending death. I speak of all my family, friends and men whom I might have been involved with. So I don't have much pity or concern for others, because nobody really cares about me at this stage of the game. I am pretty jaded with people - if death came for me tomorrow, there'd be nobody to mourn me. Nobody is gonna walk me to the "Proverbial Door." At least I know what it looks like, and I have studied enough to know what is on the other side, and who will be waiting once I cross the great divide. And Won't that be a Good Day !!

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing your experiences, thoughts and views. Kind wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@elliewithg]

Life is beautiful because it ends. ✨

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing this thought, glad her message resonated with you. Warmest wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks for this comment, that rings so true. When we recognise and accept that life comes to an end, we step into a new appreciation for all that surrounds us. Sending hugs. Justine and Michael. x

[@aujkalenic4203]

Oh eternity is forever.....if we could see the beauty of the whole earth as a wonderful Gift from Our CREATOR, wow wow what love from He Who Is,Who Was and Who always shall Be. .Never abandoned, purely loved by He Who Is Love..... ponderings supply great Food for the hungrey....yummy!

[@Sherry1092]

Grace ❤

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[@karenw8929]

I'm a Death Walker too - I'd like to know this woman.

[@annieparkinson1610]

The link you sent me did not work.😒

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Hi again Annie. It wasn't a link - it's an email address. So if you drop us a note, we'll put you in touch with Aralyn directly :)

[@annieparkinson1610]

Who is this beautiful spirit? Is there a way to get in touch with her to have more conversations?

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Sure Annie - please drop us an email - [e-mail] and we will put you in touch with this beautiful lady.

[@roachellgrittens5141]

I am smiling wow beautiful

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[@annamariadeschepper6346]

Beauty ⚘💖

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video AnnaMaria. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@jrfaspirant]

Nature I want to live and die in

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[@vernasinclair2318]

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[@virenderyadav707]

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[@jonathanventura4921]

In a good way

[@ReflectionsofLife]

@Jonathan Ventura - YES, spending time chatting with Aralyn definitely made us think differently about death...

[@SoulSips]

❤🙏😇

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Glad you liked the video. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@louetputter180]

2 be aware of yr life

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for watching. Warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@vidasagharlou4895]

I went all the way to England to be with my mother when she was dying after her death bcz of her religion I washed her body and wrapped her in white cloth I was never this peaceful in my life

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you for sharing your experience Vida, so deep and touching. Glad that act brought you peace. Warm hugs, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@philippevalaeys5200]

Merci !

[@ReflectionsofLife]

Thank you so much Philippe, we appreciate your support and contribution towards our project very much. We send you warm wishes, Justine and Michael. 💚

[@tonyrayjames3526]

Memento Mori

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[@ramdhanisalam7628]

i think you must read al quran

[@kamikazitsunami]

If the Quran helps you so much why are you following the channel? Religions and all belief systems are a prison of the mind.

[@cristinaalmada1453]

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