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Part Four: Harmony Within the Family Therefore, it is crucial that we learn how to care for those whom we love when they are sick. Caring for our relatives happens on two levels: physically and mentally. Learning how to properly care for our loved ones will teach us how to care for their minds while they are fighting with pain. By showing our children how to take care of those in poor health, we also show them how able to care for us in the future. How, then, should we care for people we love when they are critically ill? We need to care for them both physically (finding the best doctors who can provide proper treatment according to our financial situation) and mentally (determining their psychological needs, encouraging them to focus on their prior good deeds, reminding them that they are loved, etc.). What brings us to these places? Like attracts like! Sugati and Duggati are destinations where those who pass away must face the consequences of their actions on Earth. The final destination depends on the individual's state of mind in their last moment, which could be clouded or clear. This is referred to as "The War of Existence", the precarious battle of going to sugati or duggati. (See heaven and hell in glossary) Regardless of the results of any medical treatment, we must care for our beloved ones mental state so that his or her mind is clear and content at all times. This will give them hope and courage to fight their ailments with dignity and strength. There are, of course, various ways in which we can give them patience and courage: Family Day By Day 101 Caring for Critically Ill Relatives