— A Powerful Reflection by Iwuala Nnamdi Paulcy**
Death is a path every human must walk, yet many live as though it is a distant myth. In this deeply personal and reflective piece, Iwuala Nnamdi Paulcy shares a moving story about survival, preparation, family, and the inevitability of life’s final chapter.
He begins by recalling a painful moment when a doctor in Owerri told him his chances of survival were slim if his medical situation wasn't managed urgently. Hearing this shook him to his core. Suddenly, life’s priorities—his dreams, his wife, his children, his family—became painfully clear.
When improvement didn’t come, he had to leave for Abuja for a surgery he dreaded. But in the midst of fear, something beautiful happened: he bonded deeply with his son.
During these moments, believing he might have little time left, he taught his son vital life lessons:
- The do’s and don’ts of life
- His mistakes and achievements
- When to take risks and when to hold back
- Moderation, gratitude, contentment
- The power of saying “Please,” “Thank you,” and “I’m sorry.”
On the morning of his surgery, he took an emotional step—passing on his digital and financial life to his son. He handed over passwords to his phones, social media accounts, and bank apps. He gave him a list of debts owed to him, and those he owed. He mentioned people who were kind to him, and those who wronged him—whether with reason or without.
His son cried quietly as he wrote, and when asked why, he said, “But you’re not going to die.”
Paulcy’s response was profound:
“I never said I was dying. But one must prepare himself towards death, because it’s inevitable.”
He was wheeled into surgery smiling, knowing that even if death had come, he had prepared his son. But he survived — and his gratitude for life deepened.
Yesterday’s reflections reminded him of life’s cycle:
We forget, we hate, we love, we break, we amend, we forgive, we move on…
Life is a vicious cycle, and we will all pass through it.
No one will go out smiling — no one, not even you.
A heartfelt reminder to live consciously, humbly, and gratefully.
Written by: Iwuala Nnamdi Paulcy
Published by REPORTNAIJA
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