by Mark Pitstick MA, DC

My e-books, ​audio books, audio programs, documentary film, radio shows, articles, and ‘Greater Reality Healing, Living & Helping Program’ are ​all FREE at SoulProof.com.  In lieu of payment, I ask that you fully use the products, share them, and help others as you feel called.

This evidence-based information and holistic resources will help you . . .

  1. Adopt a more accurate worldview based on contemporary understandings about ‘the big picture of life’ and live accordingly – whatever that means for you. (see article #19 ‘The Great News’ about the Nature of Reality at SoulProof.com)
  2. Experience shorter and lightened grieving after loved ones change worlds and other big changes that seem like losses.
  3. Fine-tune yourself physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually so you have the vitality to handle life’s demands AND share your greatest gifts / soul’s missions.
  4. Become more aware of, benefit from, and share life’s silver linings that always accompany opportunities masquerading as adversity. 
  5. Create the greatest life YOU have envisioned. (The term ‘YOU’ refers to your higher self / eternal consciousness / soul)
  6. Fulfill your highest purposes for being on earth and help make our world a better place. This is now practically possible as discussed in article #125 Eight Developments for Widespread Conscious Living Now. As enough people do this, widespread personal and planetary change will naturally unfold.

To learn more about how you achieve these lofty goals, read the following articles at SoulProof.com/ArticlesAND watch videos at SoulProof.com/Greater Reality Program.  

My ‘Deathbed’ Words for You and Your Loved Ones

On 9/1/25, I awakened at 3 AM with this question in my head: ‘If you had only one week to live on earth, what would you briefly want to share with others?’ 

Don’t worry, my current earthly body isn’t dying soon – at least as far as I know.  But I’ve learned to listen to and follow up on those middle-of-the-night messages.  (Notice my language: I didn’t say ‘I’m not dying soon’ since our real selves can’t die, but our earthly bodies do.)

That morning, my daughter Rae sent a video clip of Kurt Cobain saying: “I’ve always felt too complicated . . . I’m too sensitive.  I wish sometimes that I could just enjoy the simple things in life and forget everything else.”  The ‘everything’ else was all the sadness, pain, and complexity he understandably saw in our world and himself.  The apparent suicide note found by his body included the sentence: “It’s better to burn out than to fade away.”

My daughter commented “It’s a weird world to navigate in.”  I fully understand her view and shared it in my youth.  However, after being on planet earth for 72 years, I now say: “It’s a perfect world; our job is to see the big picture of life more clearly and live accordingly.’    

In his song Put Your Lights On, Carlos Santana wrote: “There’s an angel with a hand on my head; she says I’ve got nothing to fear.  She says, ‘You shine like stars, you shine like stars, and then you fade away.'”  I’ve listened to Santana since I was sixteen years old and love his music.  However, I wouldn’t use the words ‘fade away’ since that suggests an end or diminishment.  I would say ‘And then you shine elsewhere’.  (‘And then you change worlds’ or ‘And then you go back Home’ would also do nicely.)

I start this article with these quotes because so many young people are looking for sensible and evidence-based answers to life’s biggest questions.  Suicide is now the #2 cause of death for ages 15 – 35; health care providers and parents are obviously not providing what young people need to be happy, healthy, peaceful, aware, and on purpose.  Many adults, even lots of health care professionals, aren’t that way either so how can they show the way? 

With the vision of helping people of all ages physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually – and thereby helping our planet – let’s begin.  Doing this can be simpler, quicker, and more fun and fulfilling than you might imagine.    

Note #1: All articles listed are free at SoulProof.com/Articles.  E-books and audio programs that I recommend are also free at SoulProof.com/Shop. 

Note #2: Readers, especially younger people, might be tempted to reject my words out-of-hand and say: ‘He’s just some old random dude.  What does he know?’  Before you do that, you may want to read my bio at SoulProof.com/About Dr. Mark Pitstick.   
 

My ‘Deathbed Words’ for You and Your Loved Ones . . .

1. Learn who you really are
Many people think they are just the body that they see in the mirror. Since that’s likely all you can sense about yourself, that might seem logical except for one small detail: your brain and five senses perceive much less than 1% of what really exists. Your earthly journey will make much more sense when you expand your perceptions and remember you are a wise, special, and powerful being of energy / life-force / consciousness / soul.  ‘Know Thyself’ was inscribed on the ancient Greek temple at Delphi for good reasons.

To learn more your true nature, read articles #15 The Nature of Humans and #118 Who and What Are You Really?  Also use my Ask Your Soul, Angels, and The Light audio program (article #71) to experience a higher level of awareness from which you can better remember that you are much more than just a body.  My book Soul Proof also helps in this regard. 

2. Know Who walks beside you always

I understand why many people reject any notion of a Higher Power and angelic assistance.  In general, religions – especially funnymentalist denominations – have done a bad job of teaching people about life, death, and the afterlife.  Incredibly, some people still envision The Divine as a big guy in the sky who judges, condemns, and smites as He unilaterally pleases. 

I like the acronym ‘G.O.D. that stands for the Guiding, Organizing, and Designing Intelligence and Power behind all life.  This term creates a bridge from erroneous views of ‘God’ to more accurate ones of the Creator and Sustainer of All That Exists.  Native Americans wisely considered every day to be a walk in the woods with Great Spirit.  I encourage you to develop a personal relationship with The Light and your spiritual support team of angels, guides, and master teachers. 

Many near-death experiencers and others with spiritually transformative experiences report that we each are one with The One and part of Source Energy right now.  I agree. 

To learn more about Creative Intelligence and higher energy assistance, read articles #13 What Is G.O.D. Like? and #73 Angels and Higher Energy Assistance.  Articles #15 Heaven and Hell . . . What Are They Really? and #78 Why Did God Take My Loved One? address the most common misunderstandings that block wanting a relationship with the Ground of All Being.  Also use the audio program described under #1 to better communicate with them.  

3. Identify and fulfill your reasons for being on earth now
Much clinical evidence and many firsthand experiences indicate that you and all people have specific reasons for being here. You have special gifts to share that reflect your soul’s highest purposes. When you share those talents, even somewhat, your life feels more meaningful and fulfilling.  When you don’t, you may feel creative discontent, existential angst, boredom, or even depression. 

You deserve to feel happy, peaceful, and fulfilled; serving others with your talents is one of the most powerful ways to achieve that.  The world needs your greatest gifts; challenges in our world will quickly be solved as more people do what they came here to do as impeccably as possible. 

To learn more, read article #21 Identify and Fulfill Your Soul’s Highest Purposes, #80 Why Are You on Earth Now? and use the related audio program.   For a more in-depth look into this topic, read article #119 Greater Reality Helping Others and Our World, and watch the three videos at Greater Reality Helping. 

4. Create the greatest life YOU have envisioned
The term ‘YOU’ refers to your higher self / soul; the life it wants to have may not be what your myopic and self-centered human brain and body want. This earthly experience is just a blink of an eye in the span of forever whereas soul growth is an eternal benefit so it’s easily worth the price of struggling and suffering. I’m well aware that many people have suffered greatly since I’ve worked with tens of thousands of them over the last 50+ years.  However, most people can have a great life while completing earth-school. 

To learn more, read articles #112 Creating the Greatest Life YOU Have Envisioned: Part 1, #124 for Part 2, and #74 Is Your Life Unfolding Perfectly?   Also use the audio program Enjoy Your Greatest Life Technique. 

5. Care for the temple of your soul
It’s very difficult to handle life’s demands and fulfill your soul’s mission when you are chronically tired, depressed, anxious, and/or ill. Fortunately, your body is remarkably aware and self-healing IF you take care of it like the precious vehicle it is. Yes, you are much more than this body but it’s very important for this earthly journey.  Experts like Bernie Siegel MD and Deepak Chopra MD estimate that nearly 90% of common maladies can be prevented when you love yourself enough to optimally care for your body. 

When bodily feedback symptoms occur, use safe, affordable, natural, and effective natural health care approaches whenever possible.  Those include nutrition-based healing, acupuncture, chiropractic, deep tissue massage, and integrative medical care.  Prescription drugs and surgery may be needed for crises and emergencies, but they don’t address the underlying causes of most common health problems.  Unfortunately, current laws and insurance policies usually cover invasive measures but not natural care.  Contact your lawmakers and take other steps to turn that around. 

To learn more, read article #12 Optimal Self Care, #26 Holistic Solutions for ‘Mental’ Symptoms, #32 Nutrition Based Healing, #87 Natural Health Care, and #88 Whole Food Way of Eating and Supplements.  My book Radiant Wellness is a holistic guide for having the best possible earthly experience.   The Ask Your Soul, Angels, and The Light audio program helps you gain wise input from those levels of awareness.   

6. Listen to your inner knowing
Your soul, along with wise input from your spiritual support team and The Light, provides real-time guidance and assistance. The big question is . . . are you listening? This cosmic feedback has been described as ‘the still small voice within’.  For me, it’s short and clear input that arrives just a moment before my brain’s ‘know-it-all analysis’ kicks in.  Looking back at big forks in my life, I recall hearing that ‘voice of spirit’; when I listened, things turned out well.  When I didn’t, not so much. 

When going through life, it’s good to listen to your parents, relatives, elders, teachers, and others who have your best interests at heart.  It’s also wise to learn from history and established wisdom sources such as religious / spiritual centers whose teachings resonate for you.  But also remember to listen to your inner voiceor, as the musician Sting put it, ‘Let your soul be your pilot.’  Two powerful ways to do this are prayer (to talk with G.O.D.) and meditation (to listen). 

To learn more, read articles #20 Discerning Your Inner Wisdom, #51 Meditation, Yoga, and Relaxation, and #89 Prayer.  In addition to the ‘Ask Your Soul’ audio program, my Holistic Breathing Technique as described in article #70 is an excellent way to increase your clarity.  Most people have layers of blocks created by past wounds, erroneous teachings, and needless fears.  Releasing these helps you remember what your timeless self knows quite well.

7. Search widely for answers that make sense to you
We live in an exciting time when much information is easily and quickly accessible. (Be aware since some religious and political rulers are more focused on money and power than providing evidence-based information.) I’ve diligently searched for over 50 years to find a sensible path in religion, health care, psychology, and optimal living.  With humility, my website SoulProof.com is a great place to extend your search.  I quote and credit many diverse teachers upon whose shoulders I stand.   

To learn more, use the free articles, books, audio programs, documentary film, and radio shows – especially those that are relevant to your interests and needs. 

My book Ask the Soul Doctor answers the most commonly asked questions I’ve received about life, death, and afterlife.

There you have it . . . my ‘deathbed’ words of wisdom for you and your loved ones.  Those seven keys will take you a long way toward:

* healing from all wounds and what seem like losses from a limited human perspective

* creating the greatest life YOU have envisioned

* helping others and our world

Thank you for sharing this with others and shining as brightly as possible. 

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Thank you for telling others about this article!  Your life, and that of others around you, will be more enriched when you:  

  1. read the article again so you really know it.
     
  2. discuss with close family and friends to more deeply internalize it.
     
  3. take action steps that seem right for you.
     
  4. share it with others via social media, discussion groups, and other ways.

Hugs, love, blessings, and let it shine!
Mark

Mark Pitstick MA, DC

– a​uthor, lecturer, c​ounselor, and holistic chiropractic physician 

– spokesperson, researcher, and strategic planner for SoulPhone Project

– ​founder of ‘Greater Reality Healing, Living & Helping Program’

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University-based research has now scientifically proven that life continues after bodily death.  The SoulPhone Project will enable communication with postmaterial (so-called “deceased”) loved ones and luminaries who want to help us heal our world. How does this project, The Great News, and The 8 Developments affect the way you live and treat others and our planet?  (To learn more, see articles #35, 19, and 125 at SoulProof.com/Articles)

Dr. Pitstick is a master’s clinical psychologist, holistic chiropractic physician, and clinical nutritionist.  He has also helped others in pastoral counseling and suicide prevention / education settings.  His goal is to help you know and show that this earthly experience is a totally safe, meaningful, and magnificent adventure amidst eternity. 

To learn more about the Greater Reality Healing, Living, and Helping Program, visit the ‘Greater Reality Programs’ top tab at SoulProof.com and SoulPhone.org.  Also see  articles #19, 72, 82, 119, and 125 at SoulProof.com/Articles.

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Note: This article is intended as a reference source, not to replace professional treatment for physical, emotional, or mental problems.  The author disclaims any liability arising directly or indirectly from the voluntary use of action steps discussed in article. 

Dr. Pitstick created this article while ‘wearing the hat’ of a clinician, counselor, and educator.  His statements are based upon some scientific research; much clinical and experiential evidence; his personal experiences; and best current understandings.  This article does not reflect his role in the SoulPhone Project since that requires scientific data for all statements.