Life is a very short journey, and even though you might feel like you have all the time in the world, it will be over in the blink of an eye. If you want to make the most of your life, then read on to know the powerful life advice from a dying man; his advice will truly change the way you see life.
“I am only 24 years old, yet I have actually already chosen my last tie. It’s the one that I will wear at my funeral a few months from now. It may not match my suit, but I think it’s perfect for the occasion.
The cancer diagnosis came too late to give me at least a tenuous hope for long life, but I realized that the most important thing about death is to ensure that you leave this world a little better than it was before you existed with your contributions. The way I’ve lived my life so far, my existence or more precisely the loss of it, will not matter because I have lived without doing anything impactful.
Before, there were so many things that occupied my mind. When I learned how much time I had left, however, it became clear which things are really important. So, I am writing to you for a selfish reason.
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I want to give meaning to my life by sharing with you what I have realized:
- Don’t waste your time on work that you don’t enjoy. It is obvious that you cannot succeed in something that you don’t like. Patience, passion, and dedication come easily only when you love what you do.
- It’s stupid to be afraid of others’ opinions. Fear weakens and paralyzes you. If you let it, it can grow worse and worse every day until there is nothing left of you, but a shell of yourself. Listen to your inner voice and go with it. Some people may call you crazy, but some may even think you‘re a legend.
- Take control of your life Take full responsibility for the things that happen to you. Limit bad habits and try to lead a healthier life. Find a sport that makes you happy. Most of all, don’t procrastinate. Let your life be shaped by the decisions you made, not by the ones you didn’t.
- Appreciate the people around you. Your friends and relatives will always be an infinite source of strength and love. That is why you shouldn’t take them for granted.
It is difficult for me to fully express my feelings about the importance of these simple realizations, but I hope that you will listen to someone who has experienced how valuable time is.
I’m not upset because I understand that the last days of my life have become meaningful. I only regret that I will not be able to see a lot of cool stuff that should happen soon like the creation of AI, or Elon Musk’s next awesome project. I also hope that the war in Syria and Ukraine will end soon.
We care so much about the health and integrity of our body that until death, we don’t notice that the body is nothing more than a box – a parcel for delivering our personality, thoughts, beliefs, and intentions to this world. If there is nothing in this box that can change the world, then it doesn’t matter if it disappears. I believe that we all have potential, but it also takes a lot of courage to realize it.
You can float through a life created by circumstances, missing day after day, hour after hour. Or, you can fight for what you believe in and write the great story of your life. I hope you will make the right choice.
Leave a mark in this world. Have a meaningful life, whatever definition it has for you. Go towards it. The place we are leaving is a beautiful playground, where everything is possible. Yet, we are not here forever. Our life is a short spark in this beautiful little planet that flies with incredible speed to the endless darkness of the unknown universe. So, enjoy your time here with passion. Make it interesting. Make it count!
Thank you!”
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Thank you so much for sharing your story. It has taken me over 60 years to realize some of these things. I wasted way too much time, but still with the Lords help, I guess I did something right. I have raised an amazing daughter, she is the brightest light in my life. When I lost my husband, her Dad, she was only 8 years old. She was and still is my reason to live. She loves me unconditionally.
I want to thank you for sharing your time to help me, and others.
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Thank you for sharing with you thoughts on life. You are truly an old soul.
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Thank You ♡♡♡
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Thank you for Sharing, may your God be with you.
Words so true and inspirational x
So much wisdom at such a young age, thank you for sharing with us. May God have a special place for you.
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Don’t think nonsense,
Beautiful
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Enjoy your life ….make each day count …..wise words
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thank you for sharing your wisdom
Sad…keep own and special. Know that forever you are loved..
Oh my gosh…. this article truly puts life into perspective… a very good reminder…. my heart goes out to this young 24 yr old man… <3
Beautiful letter thank you so much, for sharing.
Beautiful ❤️ thank you
Bhai. . Its not me sayingDis 😛 Saurabh Sharma
words spoken by an old soul who has already died a thousand deaths….yet powerful and meaningful as like a first birth. Thank you for the insight.
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