I just lost two close relatives who were also friends today. We grew up as kids and they were about a year or two older than me. I’ve always been aware of death and accept it but when stuff like this happens, it’s a really strong reminder of how we’re all moving along in the line towards the end.

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Every day, every second. You’re always moving closer to the exit. It’s a scary thought, so most prefer not to think about it.

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Our death is us joining oblivion. That’s scary to think about until you realize you were in oblivion before you were born. I have no negative view of my non-existence prior to my birth. Death will be just like that so why should I have a problem with it.

Knowing we die someday gives life meaning.

Further, the alternative to death is living forever. Now THAT sounds like hell.

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I find it freeing. It places limits on the responsibilities of a mortal.

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It inspires one to investigate religion, psychedelics and meditation. They say it sheds light on the subject.

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