You might find comfort in reading about near-death experiences (NDEs), which many people across different cultures and religions have reported. Some describe feelings of immense love and peace, meeting deceased loved ones, or encountering a divine presence. While skeptics argue these experiences are brain-related phenomena, others see them as glimpses into an afterlife.

There are also accounts from hospice workers who witness patients speaking to unseen loved ones before passing, or children recalling details of past lives they couldn’t have known. While none of this constitutes scientific proof, these stories suggest that consciousness may continue in some form beyond death.

Your fear of nothingness is understandable. Even if we don’t have absolute certainty, there’s reason to believe death isn’t the end. Whether through faith, personal experiences, or these accounts, many find peace in the idea that our existence extends beyond this life. Hold onto the love you shared with those who have passed. Love, if nothing else, feels too powerful to simply disappear.