Everyone in Elsewhere faces a major change by living their lives backwards; Since Elsewhere is a home for the afterlife. Young Elizabeth Hall, the main character, is very discouraged by the change and finds herself helpless. She is often near giving up multiple times, but she stays strong with those around her supporting her. She recognizes there will be struggle, as there was back on Earth, and she powers through it with the surrounding determination from those around her.
In our society today, Elsewhere can help teach the fundamental lesson of recognizing the positives