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What does it mean?
He predicts he will not live a long life.
In plain terms
I know I will not reach old age.
What can you take from it?
Accept the reality of your own mortality.

Where it applies

  • health discussions
  • career planning
  • interviews

Putting it to work

  • planning estate
  • writing legacy
  • living fully

Questions to consider

  • What if you knew your end date?
  • How do you live knowing death?

Another view

It can be demoralizing to focus on a short lifespan.

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