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What does it mean?
Life is finite and unpredictable, so we should recognize our limited time and act meaningfully now.
In plain terms
You won't have forever, so use your time wisely.
What can you take from it?
Prioritize what matters because time is short.

Where it applies

  • personal reflection
  • career decisions
  • end of life planning

Putting it to work

  • set priorities
  • take action
  • reduce procrastination

Questions to consider

  • What would you do if you had less time?
  • How do you define a life well spent?

Another view

Not everyone feels time is short or faces imminent endings.

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