First, so sorry for the mulitple losses that led to such a topic. This is a well laid out, thought-provoking invitation to think about how we value relationships and time.
This is great Eric. Life has so much more meaning when you are building something for the future. Dwelling on a potential imminent death isn't going to help you create a better future.
However, the Stoic in mean sees death more as a way to build perspective. It enables us to value what we have now, and appreciate this moment.
Absolutely loved everything about this issue Eric, from the title on down. The spiky point of view on the "live like it's your last day" advice really resonates, along with living like it's your first. A brilliant reframe. I'm taking the invitation to start my day on the "go" square and sail around the board today without dread. I'm playing my "stay out of jail for free" card. Thanks!
First, so sorry for the mulitple losses that led to such a topic. This is a well laid out, thought-provoking invitation to think about how we value relationships and time.
This is great Eric. Life has so much more meaning when you are building something for the future. Dwelling on a potential imminent death isn't going to help you create a better future.
However, the Stoic in mean sees death more as a way to build perspective. It enables us to value what we have now, and appreciate this moment.
Absolutely loved everything about this issue Eric, from the title on down. The spiky point of view on the "live like it's your last day" advice really resonates, along with living like it's your first. A brilliant reframe. I'm taking the invitation to start my day on the "go" square and sail around the board today without dread. I'm playing my "stay out of jail for free" card. Thanks!