366 Book - January 11

January 11 - Buy the Book

We are all going to die. Nobody gets out of here alive. We can make money, pride ourselves on our accomplishments, plan for the future, regret the past, etc. But you are going to die. There is no other certainty that matters today. Each second, minute, hour, and day belongs to Death. The Stoics turned this into a positive idea, creating a sense of urgency with what matters most in your life. The idea is termed “Memento Mori” or “Remember Death.” Use this mantra as you do the work you know you’re supposed to do. When you feel like sitting on the couch naked, eating bonbons, remember that you are giving that time to Death, too.

Reflections

How much time have you already given to Death? All the years of drinking, using, debauchery, and shenanigans. Are you living each day with the knowledge and understanding that you are dying? What did you leave on the plate today that you should have done?

Daily Challenge

Been lingering on saying sorry to someone? Still, have some amends you know you should be making? How long has it been? Don’t let the time run out. Please write it down, find that person, and tell them how you really feel. Remember Death.

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