Kappy was probably in and out of the cult, and had a history of misdeeds.

But something about his story feels like an important lesson for us all.

Self-sabotage is as bad as hurting others.

What is the power of repentance? I don't know. Wasn't powerful enough to save his life in this incarnation, but maybe it helps him in the next one.

Be as loving and caring of yourself as you would be of others. Be as loving and caring of others as you would be of yourself.

It's not easy when we've been taught to be otherwise.