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What does it mean?
The speaker desires a joyful end to life and no return to it.
In plain terms
I want my death to be happy and I don't want to come back.
What can you take from it?
Seek fulfillment in this life so death brings peace.

Where it applies

  • end of life reflections
  • terminal illness
  • personal philosophy

Putting it to work

  • cultivate joy now
  • reflect on legacy

Questions to consider

  • What would make your end joyful?
  • Why might you want to return?

Another view

It ignores the value of returning to help others.

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