In 2019, actor Keanu Reeves was a guest on the late show with Stephen Cooper.

While the segment was to promote the upcoming villain Ted 3 movie, the conversation took a most interesting turn, literally in the last 30 seconds of the program.

What happens when we die?

Stephen Cabare asked in a lighthearted, almost rhetorical note,

to which Keanu, known for being a few words, paused and said,

I know that the ones who love us will miss us.

A most profound thought, proving his reputation as a down-to-earth every day kind of guy

who has perhaps not been tarnished by the glamour of Hollywood.

Before I go further, if I may suggest that content in this episode is intended for ages 10 and higher.

The importance of this conversation is more relevant than it ever has been,

but perhaps the subject matter would be best with the younger ones when you feel it is appropriate,

and in a way, you feel that they would understand.

So if that is the case, and you would rather listen to this at a later time, please do so.

If they are over ten, they may be old enough to be involved in the dialogue, as you'll see in just a bit.

Some details surprised, even me.

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, specifically September 10th,

which is today. This is a special episode.

My intention with Comet Down is to be light, encouraging, hopeful, and to be honest, positive.

We have enough negative things, especially this year.

Though I've always considered myself a blue sky kind of guy, and while this is definitely the case,

my hope is to get into the thick of life with you, to be real, to speak openly about struggles,

to speak openly about setbacks. Only then can we begin to make a difference not only in our lives but the lives of others.

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