The right to die
People are now openly talking about euthanasia and booking themselves into Dignitas. This topic has always been debated, as it sits uncomfortably with people's morality. But if Jesus is about love and sacrifice, surely (if properly controlled) it's the most Christian thing to do.
The beauty of being a free nation and a liberal is choice. Everyone has the ability to choose, from what sandwich to eat at lunch to whether they have the right to die.
After long battles against debilitating diseases, a lot of people who need care 24/7 not only lose their independence and quality of life, they lose their dignity. They go from being powerhouses to being unable to wipe their own bottoms. It's a terrible existence for them and their families, who are burdened with care and the painful ordeal of watching someone you love deteriorate into someone you don't recognise.
While this person is still in sound mind, why shouldn't they legally draw up their wishes in case their condition gets to a certain level which is shared with friends, family and medical professionals.
This would be less of a strain on finances, care workers, family and emotion. It gives everyone in question an easier time, dignity and better memories of a loved one during the most harrowing times.
If a woman is allowed to chose whether to carry a child, as it directly affects her. Then a person should be allowed to choose, as it directly affects them personally. If authorities are allowed to end a life based on evidence presented and a court judgement, then why can't someone make that decision for themselves based on personal circumstances.
The only thing that stops this is our interpretation of religion. A person's individual choice isn't playing god, as it will be agreed and affects the life of the decision maker only.
First published 04/07/2015
The beauty of being a free nation and a liberal is choice. Everyone has the ability to choose, from what sandwich to eat at lunch to whether they have the right to die.
After long battles against debilitating diseases, a lot of people who need care 24/7 not only lose their independence and quality of life, they lose their dignity. They go from being powerhouses to being unable to wipe their own bottoms. It's a terrible existence for them and their families, who are burdened with care and the painful ordeal of watching someone you love deteriorate into someone you don't recognise.
While this person is still in sound mind, why shouldn't they legally draw up their wishes in case their condition gets to a certain level which is shared with friends, family and medical professionals.
This would be less of a strain on finances, care workers, family and emotion. It gives everyone in question an easier time, dignity and better memories of a loved one during the most harrowing times.
If a woman is allowed to chose whether to carry a child, as it directly affects her. Then a person should be allowed to choose, as it directly affects them personally. If authorities are allowed to end a life based on evidence presented and a court judgement, then why can't someone make that decision for themselves based on personal circumstances.
The only thing that stops this is our interpretation of religion. A person's individual choice isn't playing god, as it will be agreed and affects the life of the decision maker only.
First published 04/07/2015
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