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What does it mean?
This expresses a desire to live a natural life span without artificial extension.
In plain terms
I want to live until I naturally die and not longer.
What can you take from it?
Accepting natural limits brings peace.

Where it applies

  • end of life planning
  • philosophical reflection
  • health decisions

Putting it to work

  • focus on quality of life
  • avoid unnecessary interventions

Questions to consider

  • What defines a good life?
  • How do you feel about aging?

Another view

It ignores medical advances that can improve quality of life.

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