Two Things To Do Before You Die.
Author: Lance Beggs

Close your eyes for a minute and think about the fact that one
day you are going to die. Does that make you a little
uncomfortable? If it does then you're certainly not alone. For
most of us living in modern society, our own mortality is a
subject that is rarely discussed. Thoughts of our own
inevitable death are easily brushed aside.

"I'm too busy living to worry about that now."

"What's the point in worrying about it? I can't change
anything."

Generally though, these are lies we tell ourselves to protect
us from our fear of the unknown. And while these lies may
appear to work on the surface, deep within your subconscious
they just build on that fear.

Well, enough is enough! It's time to stop lying to yourself.
There is great freedom to be gained by considering and
accepting your own mortality.

Life has a way of making you think about it eventually, whether
through the death or illness of a friend, family member or loved
one, or perhaps through your own life being placed in danger. So
why wait till the last minute when emotions are high and the
fear is intense. Take the time to consider your mortality now,
and come to terms with it.

If you're still not sure then consider this- how do you react
to any other potential interruption to your life? If you were
faced with a potential retrenchment, for example, how would you
react? Most likely you would not just hope the problem goes
away, but would rather take the time to consider what exactly
this situation means to your life. How will this affect you and
your loved ones, and your lifestyle? What options do you have,
and what path will you choose to minimise any negative impact
and maximise any gain in your life?

And yet do we do this when faced with the most inevitable
change of our life, our own death? No! We ignore it and hope
the issue goes away.

Well, no more! Considering and coming to terms with the meaning
of your life, and your death, is essential for your peace of
mind and your happiness.

So if you really want to live, then you need to ask yourself
some questions:

"Am I ok with the fact that I'm going to die?"

"What does this mean to me?"

"Why am I dying?"

"If I died today would I be happy with how I've lived my life?"


There are a million different questions you could ask. Only you
can choose the questions relevant to your own life. And only you
can provide the answers.

So ask yourself these questions. You may not have answers just
yet, but keep asking and considering the question until you are
at peace with your own mortality. Peace of mind is essential for
a happy fulfilling life.

Now, once you're at that stage, you'll find there's a second
thing that you must do before you die. Thankfully though, the
fact that you're comfortable with your life and imminent death
will make this second part really easy.

You must now live your life to the fullest.

I can't tell you how to do that, but once again you can find
the answer through questioning your subconscious.

"What can I do right now to live a fulfilling life?"

"What do I want to do now, more than anything else?"

"How can I contribute to the world?"

There is so much life to be lived. Get out there and enjoy
yourself. Time is ticking by. Don't put off living till
tomorrow, when circumstances may be better. Tomorrow never
comes. Live now.

Skydive, travel, volunteer your time to a charity, watch the
sunrise and sunset, grow a prize winning garden, learn to fly,
learn to scuba dive, meditate, paint, sing, or play an
instrument.

The world is yours. This life is yours. Get out there and live
it! Now!

Before it's too late, make these two things a priority in your
life:

1. Consider and accept your mortality.

2. And live your life to its fullest potential.

Lance Beggs
Copyright 2005 Lance Beggs. All Rights Reserved.


About The Author: Lance Beggs is the author of "How to be Happy
Now". His mission is to help others live a life of meaning, love
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