11. Accepting Death as a Part of Life

Death can be our greatest motivator if we let it. Once you understand what death means in all of its darkness, you’ll understand life.

The best way to deal with this reality is to go out there and live the best life you can, while you can.

People who survive major accidents or have a life-changing near-death experience are more likely to live in the present moment and be more appreciative of life. They have a deep sense of spiritual well-being and show inner transformations.

We repress the fact that we will all die one day and that death is inevitable. We don’t like thinking of death not only because of fear but also because of awkwardness. By thinking about death regularly (and in a healthy ...