Bonita Ackerman du Preez
Bonita Ackerman du Preez
#50 How Facing Mortality Can Help You Live a More Purposeful Life
#50 How Facing Mortality Can Help You Live a More Purposeful Life
#50 How Facing Mortality Can Help You Live a More Purposeful Life
Sunday 4th May 2025
Explore how facing mortality can motivate you to live a more purposeful life with insights from trauma recovery expert Bonita Ackerman du Preez.
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Bonita Ackerman du Preez
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Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Facing mortality can motivate you to live more deliberately.
- Mortality awareness increases with age and life changes.
- Fear often grows due to physical decline and loss.
- Focus on present opportunities instead of past regrets.
- Even successful people seek help; you're not alone.
"Knowing that life is finite can encourage us to take those steps we never thought we could"
In a world where life's unpredictability can often leave us feeling anxious and stressed, the latest episode of The Trauma Recovery School podcast takes a deep dive into the concept of mortality and how it can actually serve as a powerful motivator for living a more purposeful life. Hosted by the insightful Bonita Ackerman du Preez, an award-winning master trauma recovery therapist, this episode explores the often-taboo topic of facing our own mortality.
Bonita delves into why thoughts of mortality become more prevalent as we age, particularly during times of stress, anxiety, or significant life changes. She suggests that instead of fearing the inevitable, acknowledging our mortality can actually propel us towards living with intention and urgency. It's like having a wake-up call to reassess what truly matters in life, fostering deeper relationships and encouraging us to seize opportunities we might otherwise overlook.
The episode also addresses common questions about why fear seems to increase with age. Bonita explains that physical decline and the loss of loved ones can heighten our awareness of mortality, but she argues that dwelling on past regrets only fuels anxiety. Instead, she encourages listeners to focus on the present and future, shedding negative behaviours and embracing life's finite nature as a chance to live fully.
Bonita's engaging storytelling and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone grappling with anxiety or seeking to live more intentionally. Her compassionate approach reminds us that even the most successful people have sought help along their journeys. So, if you're ready to turn the fear of mortality into a catalyst for positive change, this episode is your guide.