I ask myself this question all the time. It helps me focus on what’s important and to try and live the best life possible.
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Some people are uncomfortable talking about death, and i understand that. it’s scary to think that one day life as we know it will end. especially when we’re unsure of what, if anything, comes next.
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But knowing that one day this will all end should motivate us to spend our time wisely and make the most of the time we have.
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I believe that death defines life. Just like happiness defines sadness and pain defines pleasure. Death is one of life’s great contrasts, if not the greatest. Regardless, i believe we can all agree that:
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[1] we all have limited time in life
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[2] none of us know how much time we have
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[3] we’re never getting our time back, and
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[4] regardless of our beliefs, no one has any evidence of what actually happens when we go.
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So then, it’s up to each us to decide how to spend our limited and uncertain amount of time in life.
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For some, it’s scary to truly accept our mortality. but on the flip side, it’s kinda beautiful to consider. it helps you realize that time is a gift and we should spend our time wisely, doing things we love with the people we love, and making the most out of the time we have. that’s a life well lived.
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So, with this in mind, what do i want to do before i die?
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I want to experience as much as possible. see as much of the world as i can. Try new things. Discover new music, new places, and new cultures. Eat everything imaginable. Chase after big goals and not be afraid to fail. Read interesting books. Write about what iIve learned. give back in a meaningful way. Inspire others. meet like-minded people. Have a pet monkey. Become a pro wrestler. Make my parents proud. Make myself proud. Go on adventures. Explore the world.
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That’s what i want to do before i die. I want make the most of my time and come to the end of life with little regrets, Whenever that may be.
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So, what i want to know is this:
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What do you want to do before you die?