This is how short life really is

Omar G.
3 min readNov 7, 2022

Life is short. You only have a finite number of years on this earth and you should make the most of it. You can’t do everything, so don’t try. Live in the moment, enjoy your possessions, and appreciate what you have. All of these things are temporary and will eventually pass away. Spend your time wisely and make the most of every moment you have.

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The ephemeral nature of life: Life is fleeting

The ephemeral nature of life is something that we often take for granted. We tend to focus on the things that we can see and touch, but we should also be aware of the fleetingness of life. We only have a limited time on earth, and our time is quickly ticking away.

This ephemerality is a reality that we must face head on. It means that every moment is precious, and we should make the most of it. We should enjoy life while it’s happening, and not worry about what might happen later.

We can’t control how long we will live, but we can control how we spend our time on this earth. We should live each day to the fullest, and appreciate the little things in life.

The brevity of our lives

No matter how long you live, your years will eventually end. Death is inevitable, and even if you’re lucky enough to live a long life, your years will eventually end.

Death isn’t necessarily a bad thing though; in fact, it can be the best thing that ever happens to you. Here’s why:

There are only so many days in life, and when they’re gone, they’re gone. Life is brief and fleeting, and while we may not always appreciate it while we’re living it, looking back on our lives after death proves that brevity really is the key to happiness.

Studies have shown that people who view their lives as short tend to be happier than those who view their lives as long-term.

The reason for this is simple: When we focus on the short term, we tend to appreciate the good moments more because they last longer.

The immediacy of death

Death is always present, waiting to claim us at any moment. Death is like a black hole that consumes everything and everyone around it. It’s a natural process that we all must face one day.

Unfortunately, death can be incredibly traumatic and overwhelming for those who experience it. There are no guarantees in life, and no amount of preparation can make the transition from living to dead any less jarring.

However, by preparing for death and confronting our mortality head-on, we can cope with the fear and sadness that come along with it.

The fragility of existence

When faced with the fragility of existence, many people may feel a sense of helplessness. After all, life can be taken away in an instant by disease, accident, or even old age. However, there are ways to cope with this fear and make the most of each moment.

The first step is recognizing that life is unpredictable and can be cut short in any way. Next, learn to live in the present moment and enjoy the small things that matter. Finally, remember that death is only temporary and there is always something to look forward to.

The brevity of human life: Our lifespan

The brevity of human life is both a blessing and a curse. On the one hand, we can enjoy life to the fullest because we know it will be short-lived.

But on the other hand, we can’t waste time or energy on things that don’t matter. In order to maximize our time on this earth, we need to learn about how to live wisely and productively.

Life is really short. We should enjoy every moment we have because it won’t last long. We should take action and make the most of our time. We should be grateful for all the good things in life and not take them for granted.

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Omar G.

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