Could the most terrifying concept, death, actually be the key to truly living? We spend our lives avoiding it, though. 

Even when the contemplation of our end could reveal our beginning. That's a scientific fact. You're not truly living until you confront death because only the full spectrum of existence of a concept can tell its complete story. And so, rest assured, this isn't a morose musing but an invitation to a deeper, richer existence. 

We often feel like we're just going through the motions, searching for something more. But genuine meaning and profound connection comes from understanding. 

There is a common aversion to discussing death due to societal suppression, as it is considered negative. Our modern life's busyness, especially digital distractions, enables this avoidance. Even when we see it happening around us, we are well trained to avoid it. The veil of immortality is draped over our common sense, and we think we have all the time in the world. Here is a compelling thought experiment, 'What if you knew your exact date/time of your death?' 

Would you then:

• Be depressed? Or,
• Make the most of your leftover life?

Surprisingly, after the initial shock wears of, knowledge of our death acts as a clarifier. It forces us to re-evaluate our priorities. We do this pre-mortem exercise, imagining the end to inform the present, when taking out an insurance policy. Somehow, authenticity comes from finitude, boundary. When we know the end, we will make the most of our present. 

However, this is true anytime. Death is a surety, the only certainty of an uncertain life. How come this blatant truth fails to reveal our true desires and values, stripping away superficiality? Why does the courage to live authentically only comes when faced with limited time, when our time is limited anyway? Let's not push away this fact for movies, songs, and poetries. 

Shifting focus from what we can take from life to what we can contribute to it will create your living legacy which will stay after you're gone. Meaningful existence is defined by the impact you make and not the time you've spent sleeping away on God's green earth. Anticipating our absence, as in when taking out life insurance, will purify your present actions and how you handle your relationships. 

Trust me, there is transformative power in integrating death into our philosophy of life. Memorize this mantra for a better mortality footprint:

• Wake up appreciating your existence and your loved ones 
• Marvel at your breathing ability and the power of your agentic body
• Recognize the abundance around you, material and natural
• Go to sleep without regrets, keeping in mind your imminent expiration
• Nonetheless, be sure to dream and make grand plans for tomorrow 

I'll end by saying, 'Death isn't the opposite of life; it's what makes life possible.'