In this episode of Passing Through Life, Maxime reflects on The Painted Veil by W. Somerset Maugham—a story of betrayal, redemption, and self-discovery set against the haunting backdrop of cholera-stricken China.

Through the quiet transformation of Kitty Fane, we explore what it means to lose everything we once believed in, only to discover something more honest, more human, and ultimately more meaningful. This is a meditation on pride, forgiveness, and the slow, painful grace of becoming someone new.

If you’ve ever looked for peace in the ruins of your own mistakes, or searched for purpose where there seemed to be only silence—this episode is for you.

Join me for 7 minutes of stillness, story, and quiet thought. Let’s pass through the veil together.