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What does it mean?
Even in death, one should act with vigor and intensity.
In plain terms
Live fully even when dying.
What can you take from it?
Give your all to the end.

Where it applies

  • end of life
  • final act
  • performance

Putting it to work

  • leave nothing unsaid
  • finish strong

Questions to consider

  • How do you want to be remembered?
  • Are you living fully now?

Another view

Death often limits physical capacity.

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