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What does it mean?
Marriage and death are two major life events that often feel inevitable.
In plain terms
You cannot escape big life milestones.
What can you take from it?
Accept that some life events are unavoidable.

Where it applies

  • major life choices
  • existential reflection

Putting it to work

  • accepting change
  • planning for the future

Questions to consider

  • What events feel inevitable to you?
  • How do you prepare for life changes?

Another view

People do have agency to change their life paths.

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