Facing Mortality with Integrity

Lindeblad's diagnosis of ALS forces him to confront his mortality head-on. He describes the emotional turmoil and the duality of his experience—feeling both despair and a calm acceptance. This acceptance stems from his life lived with integrity, allowing him to face death without regrets. He writes, 'I can calmly take stock and say I’ve done nothing unforgivable, nothing I deeply regret or haven’t been able to put right.' This idea is illustrated through his reflections on his life choices and the peace he finds in knowing he has lived a good life.