Goodall's Goodbye

 

Goodall in 2015
(Public Domain)

The word “good,” found within both “Goodall” and “goodbye,” was originally associated with the word “God.”  It’s no wonder then that Jane Goodall’s goodbye to the world was filled with blessings and wisdom.

Goodall’s fond farewell was recorded several months before her actual death, under the strict condition that it only be released after her passing. Here are some excerpts that bear repeating, especially when times are tough and faith is weakened:

I want to make sure that you all understand that each and every one of you has a role to play… your life matters, and you are here for a reason… every single day you live, you make a difference in the world.  And you get to choose the difference that you make.

Don’t lose hope.  If you lose hope, you become apathetic and do nothing…  And if you want to save what is still beautiful in the world… then think about the actions you take each day.  Because, multiplied a million, a billion times, even small actions will make for great change.

I just hope that you understand that this life on Planet Earth isn’t the end.  I believe, and now I know, that there is life beyond death.  That consciousness survives…

Amen, Dame Jane!

Resources

https://janegoodall.ca/our-stories/dr-jane-goodall-leaves-behind-her-last-words/