Only on the edge of the grave can man conclude anything.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- People often only make final decisions or accept truths when facing death.
- In plain terms
- You only decide what really matters when you are dying.
- What can you take from it?
- Clarify priorities before it is too late.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What must you decide now?
- Why wait?
Another view
Death is not the only time for clarity.
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