Accept the inevitability of death as motivation to live fully from "summary" of The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson
Most of us avoid thinking about death. It's a scary, uncomfortable subject that we'd rather push to the back of our minds. We distract ourselves with work, with TV, with social media - anything to keep from facing the reality of our own mortality. But here's the thing: death is inevitable. It's the one thing we can all count on happening at some point. So instead of running from it, we should embrace it. Accepting death as a fact of life can actually be incredibly liberating. When we acknowledge that our time on this earth is limited, it can serve as a powerful motivator to live life to the fullest. Knowing that our days are numbered can push us to stop wasting time on things that don't truly matter and start focusing on what brings us joy and fulfillment. It can help us prioritize our relationships, pursue our passions, and make the most of every moment. When we avoid thinking about death, we also avoid thinkin...
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