Brittany Maynard's Death

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The following comment is from Janet Morana from Priests For Life about the “choice” Ms. Maynard made and carried out over the weekend.

“We are saddened by the fact that this young woman gave up hope, and now our concern is for other people with terminal illnesses who may contemplate following her example,” Janet Morana, executive director of the group Priests for Life, said in a statement after Maynard’s death. “Our prayer is that these people will find the courage to live every day to the fullest until God calls them home. Brittany’s death was not a victory for a political cause. It was a tragedy, hastened by despair and aided by the culture of death invading our country.”

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I can only say this: Eternal rest grant unto her O Lord, and let Your perpetual light shine upon her. May she rest in peace.

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Here are the words of truth, " Brittany’s death was **not **a victory for a political cause. It was a tragedy, hastened by despair and aided by the culture of death invading our country."

I used to volunteer in a hospice and I can state that those who suffered until the end did so with dignity and strength of character and hope in their heart. Most especially those who wanted spiritual counseling at the end. It is unfortunate that this woman will probably become the poster child of anyone wishing to terminate their life. Another trailblazer for the new society that advocates we should be masters of our own destiny. It is, sadly, a loss of faith which denies the fact that “The Lord is Lord of my life and Lord of my death.”
 
Doctors today do not do as doctors of yesterday.
Yesterday: “Here is a prescription - take it twice a day for a month”
Today: “Would you be interested in a prescription to take twice a day for a month? it is your decision”

Her doctor, practicing “modern medicine” (let the patient decide so they will accept the cost with the insurance company), her doctor practiced euthanasia, yet it is not a “good death” - that is dying when God takes you and you accepting what God does to you. This was Killing, not Good Killing. The patient was being a modern patient of the doctor practicing modern medicine.
 
Tigg said:
Here are the words of truth, " Brittany’s death was **not **a victory for a political cause. It was a tragedy, hastened by despair and aided by the culture of death invading our country."

I used to volunteer in a hospice and I can state that those who suffered until the end did so with dignity and strength of character and hope in their heart. Most especially those who wanted spiritual counseling at the end. It is unfortunate that this woman will probably become the poster child of anyone wishing to terminate their life. Another trailblazer for the new society that advocates we should be masters of our own destiny. It is, sadly, a loss of faith which denies the fact that “The Lord is Lord of my life and Lord of my death.”
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Well said,my thoughts exactly!😦
 
How sad for her that she chose to be the face of darkness, hopelessness and death. She could have chosen hope, dignity, bravery and light. Her decision may lead others to follow her into the darkness, and will increase, for some, the ever- more prominent belief that only some lives are worth living. Her action refuses to acknowledge the sanctity of live, or even a trust in the loving presence of God. She is truly a sad and pitiful soul. Prayers for her soul and condolences to her family.
 
Another sad example of the fact that in our current society, the word that’s missing from the ultimate politically-correct phrase, “right to choose,” is the word “death.” And yet the media perpetuates the idea that in suicide there is dignity.
 
John_Martin said:
Doctors today do not do as doctors of yesterday.
Yesterday: “Here is a prescription - take it twice a day for a month”
Today: “Would you be interested in a prescription to take twice a day for a month? it is your decision”

Her doctor, practicing “modern medicine” (let the patient decide so they will accept the cost with the insurance company), her doctor practiced euthanasia, yet it is not a “good death” - that is dying when God takes you and you accepting what God does to you. This was Killing, not Good Killing. The patient was being a modern patient of the doctor practicing modern medicine.
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Patients being involved in their care, and deciding on whether or not to take a prescription (or agreeing to any treatment/procedure) after weighing benefits vs. risks is not relevant to this discussion. Patients should always know what they are taking, why they are taking it, and what side effects to expect — and be able to decide whether or not they will take a particular medication or treatment at all. That has nothing to do with “death panels” or euthanasia. That has to do with patients taking an active role in their healthcare rather than just swallowing a pill twice a day for a month.
 
I feel desperately sorry for her and her family. It must be so hard to be cut down by such an awful and devastating illness when you are young, beautiful and recently-married. I read that she had a major seizure after she returned from her very recent trip to the Grand Canyon, which may have been the deciding factor for her.

I have been with many people at the end of their lives, as I used to work as a nurse. This includes my own mum, who was disabled with heart failure, had recently been widowed but was still so desperate to live a little longer. I can’t judge this young woman, as I have no idea how I would feel in her shoes. However, I’m sorry she felt she had to take this step.
 
John_Martin said:
Doctors today do not do as doctors of yesterday.
Yesterday: “Here is a prescription - take it twice a day for a month”
Today: “Would you be interested in a prescription to take twice a day for a month? it is your decision”
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First, I object to euthansia. It’s wrong.

Second, however, it has always been acceptable for people to decline medical care. I’m pretty sure it’s in the CCC.
 
Can anybody blame her? Would not any normal person try and escape such pain and suffering that we knew was forthcoming, especially if they were an Atheist?

LOVE! ❤️
 
Robert_Sock said:
Can anybody blame her? Would not any normal person try and escape such pain and suffering that we knew was forthcoming, especially if they were an Atheist?

LOVE! ❤️
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Her faith or lack thereof was never mentioned,however,your point is well founded.
 
If I were not a Catholic or some other faith that disapproved taking one’s own life, I would be greatly tempted. By this I’m not saying she was right, but then I don’t know what she believed.

I think the tragedy of this is that she was not Catholic and then suffer thru to the end for the sake of her savior. For this could well have paid for her purgatory as well as others. And it seems to be a common feeling that nothing in this life that we suffer would ever equal that of purgatory. The golden end is really a reward to those who understand it properly, and can be a wonderful blessing and last opportunity before going home.

May the gentle savior give her peace.
 
Very sad. I can’t believe this assisted suicide is legal. Horrible.
 
First of all, it’s no one’s job here to judge this poor woman. You have no idea what she went through in her final months or how frightening and painful her condition was. It was her life, not yours. She did not commit suicide is the normal sense of the word. She hastened the inevitable in order to end her suffering sooner. She was not going to be healed. She had a terminal illness. But to all who have the gall to condemn her decision, let me ask: What would have been gained by prolonging her suffering? How would it have benefitted her? Why is it your business? How would her living another few weeks or months in pain and misery have benefitted you?

It wouldn’t have. It’s not up to you to judge, so come down from the high horse. You’re not gods, you’re not Brittany Maynard, and you’re not her family members.
 
Robert_Sock said:
Can anybody blame her? Would not any normal person try and escape such pain and suffering that we knew was forthcoming, especially if they were an Atheist?

LOVE! ❤️
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Murder, including of oneself, is never a solution, even for an atheist.
 
Et_Cetera said:
First of all, it’s no one’s job here to judge this poor woman. You have no idea what she went through in her final months or how frightening and painful her condition was. It was her life, not yours. She did not commit suicide is the normal sense of the word. She hastened the inevitable in order to end her suffering sooner. She was not going to be healed. She had a terminal illness. But to all who have the gall to condemn her decision, let me ask: What would have been gained by prolonging her suffering? How would it have benefitted her? Why is it your business? How would her living another few weeks or months in pain and misery have benefitted you?

It wouldn’t have. It’s not up to you to judge, so come down from the high horse. You’re not gods, you’re not Brittany Maynard, and you’re not her family members.
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First off let’s clear up some theology. Judging an action and judging a soul are different. It is our duty to condem immoral action but we can’t judge the state of her soul. Secondly you may not terminate a life even if it’s terminal (technically we are all dying) you may however give them heavy pain killers even if it may shorten there life slightly as long as the intent is not to kill them. It all comes down to intention. Reducing suffering with heavy morphine and intentionally ending a life are much different. Also your response is nothing new. I hear it all the time “what would you do” “it was her life”. As a catholic I believe that this is not MY life to own but was granted to my by The Lord and I am a steward of it not an owner meaning I must respect and care for life because it is a gift. I also believe that if you offer up your suffering and join them with Christ you may be given considerable grace by The Lord. I can not speak for this women’s faith and I am not judging her soul or speculating on it’s destination but I do condem the act of euthanisa. It is a hard thing to discuss however because of how high emotions can run. I keep her and her family in my prayers.
 
LoganBice said:
First off let’s clear up some theology. Judging an action and judging a soul are different. It is our duty to condem immoral action but we can’t judge the state of her soul. Secondly you may not terminate a life even if it’s terminal (technically we are all dying) you may however give them heavy pain killers even if it may shorten there life slightly as long as the intent is not to kill them. It all comes down to intention. Reducing suffering with heavy morphine and intentionally ending a life are much different. Also your response is nothing new. I hear it all the time “what would you do” “it was her life”. As a catholic I believe that this is not MY life to own but was granted to my by The Lord and I am a steward of it not an owner meaning I must respect and care for life because it is a gift. I also believe that if you offer up your suffering and join them with Christ you may be given considerable grace by The Lord. I can not speak for this women’s faith and I am not judging her soul or speculating on it’s destination but I do condem the act of euthanisa. It is a hard thing to discuss however because of how high emotions can run. I keep her and her family in my prayers.
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I agree with you on the concept of redemptive suffering and grace. That is because I am a Christian.

However how would you convince an atheist on the concept of suffering being good?
 
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