Purposeful Living

Purposeful Living

Ruminations on an “Open Ended Life”

I'll also admit that in spite of my comfort in talking about death and dying, when faced with a potentially deadly situation, I got a big, cold slap upside the head by the Universe and was reduced to a trembling puddle of fear.

Cathy WurzerJanuary 16, 2020

Purposeful Living

A toast to 2019!

While our name might reflect conclusion or resolution, 2019 was a mix of that and lots of bright beginnings for the End in Mind Project. 2019 marked the launch of End in Mind as a 501c3, not-for-profit organization with a spiffy new logo and moniker PLUS both are trademarked! We…

Cathy WurzerDecember 31, 2019

End of Life Wisdom Purposeful Living

“The Beatles had it right…”

End in Mind is dedicated to igniting conversations about what matters in living and dying. We've talked to many people who've been handed a terminal health diagnosis. They tell us they quickly learned what was most important to them as they faced the end of their lives. The rest of…

Cathy WurzerOctober 22, 2019

Artful Living and Dying Purposeful Living

It’s About Time

I've been thinking a lot about time and what feels like a constant lack of it in my life. There is a lot to juggle between professional and personal obligations and projects not to mention navigating the usual pressures and stresses of life. I've been irritated and anxious of late,…

Cathy WurzerSeptember 25, 2019

Guest Blogs Purposeful Living

The Gift of Gratitude

“Wonderful work, dear lady!” the email from a past client’s family read. “Words cannot describe how grateful we are for the support you have given our family. Never doubt the importance of what you do. Thank you, thank you, thank you!” In my files at home, I keep a folder…

Christy Moe-MarekAugust 6, 2019

Guest Blogs Purposeful Living

A Purposeful Life by Father Timothy Backous O.S.B

Cathy's note: My Dad attended St. John's University in Collegeville, Minnesota and was quite proud of the education he received at that central Minnesota institution. A member of the St. John's alumni lunch group sent me this beautiful essay that reflects what End in Mind is all about. This is…

Cathy WurzerApril 19, 2019

End of Life Wisdom Guest Blogs Purposeful Living

The End in Mind

It’s probably rare to find a staff meeting where the conversation turns to death and exploring how many hours and days each of us has left on earth. In my work, this isn’t out of the ordinary – let me explain. I am the Executive Director of a new non-profit…