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What does it mean?
Cherish each day as if it were your final one, since mortality is inevitable.
In plain terms
Live fully now because death will come eventually.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize what matters today.

Where it applies

  • daily routines
  • family time
  • career choices

Putting it to work

  • set daily intentions
  • express appreciation
  • limit distractions

Questions to consider

  • What would you do differently if today were your last?
  • How do you measure a life well spent?

Another view

Assuming death is near can create anxiety rather than freedom.

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