Who will cry when you die?
A few weeks ago, I attended a funeral — via Zoom and WhatsApp video.
Our family had just lost a truly great individual. Our mother. My mother-in-law.
As people stepped forward to share memories — her kindness, her laughter, her quiet sacrifices — I noticed something.
People weren't just grieving. They were grateful.
Grateful she existed. Grateful she showed up. Grateful she made them feel seen.
Sitting there, camera on, miles away — I felt it all. And I asked myself a question I couldn't shake:
Who will cry when I die?
Not because of a title. Not because of wealth or status.
But because of love given, lives touched, and moments that truly mattered.
Because the real question isn't about death at all — it's about how we're living right now.
- Are we present for the people we love?
- Are we healing the relationships that need healing?
- Are we leaving people better than we found them?
One day, all that remains will be the stories people tell about how we made them feel.
I'm still sitting with this. I think I will be for a long time. I'd love to hear from you — what does this question stir in you?
Drop a comment. Your reflection might be exactly what someone else needs to read today.
With all the love in my heart,
— Henry Luyombya
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Nosakhare Alex Ihama is a global strategist, executive coach, speaker & author who empowers millions to live with purpose, passion & principles.
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