Death is our eternal companion. It is always to our left, an arm's length behind us. Death is the only wise adviser that a warrior has. Whenever he feels that everything is going wrong and he's about to be annihilated, he can turn to his death and ask if that is so. His death will tell him that he is wrong, that nothing really matters outside its touch. His death will tell him, 'I haven't touched you yet.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Death acts as a constant advisor that reminds you nothing matters unless it touches you.
- In plain terms
- Keep death close in mind to know what truly matters.
- What can you take from it?
- Use awareness of death to filter out trivial worries.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What would death tell you about your worries?
- When did a hard truth help you?
Another view
This view might seem morbid to some cultures or individuals.
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