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Steve Jobs

03/08/08

@ Stanford

Remembering that I'll be dead soon is the most important tool I've encountered for making big life choices, as it helps me focus on what truly matters.

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Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address

@ Stanford

Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address

03/08/08

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Jack Dorsey

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Contemplating mortality helps prioritize what truly matters in life, reminding us to focus on meaningful experiences and relationships.

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Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor

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Understanding death and contemplating it can be incredibly useful, helping us to live more fully in the present.

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Alex Hormozi

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I think about death often because it influences how I see time and the actions I'm willing to take despite others' judgments.

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Life's preciousness is highlighted by the daily reminders of mortality, urging us to reflect on our priorities and connections.

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Jordan Peterson

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Facing death regularly can motivate individuals to act with urgency and purpose in their lives.

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Jordan Peterson

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The idea of death should be a constant reminder to live meaningfully and avoid complacency.

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Michio Kaku

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Every waking moment, we are subconsciously aware of our mortality, which influences our decisions and gives urgency to our lives.

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Steve Jobs

03/08/08

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When I was 17, I read a quote that said, "If you live each day as if it were your last, someday you'll most certainly be right." This has guided me for 33 years.

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Jeff Bezos

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As I've aged, my fear of death has diminished; I focus more on maintaining my health and being present for my family and friends.