"Every day you get closer to your death. This is the phrase that shook me to my core when my high school teacher, Mr. Murphy, presented it in Religious Knowledge class. I was 14 years old. I immediately objected, calling it depressive in an attempt to protect my classmates-or perhaps myself. He looked straight at me and said, "It is simply the truth. Take it as you wish.""
"Too often, we forget that life is finite. We move through our days as if time were unlimited, assuming there will always be a "later." And because of that, we often postpone the very things that bring us the most joy. We tell ourselves: Let's work hard now and enjoy life later.I'll do what I dream of doing when I'm retired.I can't make time for pleasure right now. It can wait until tomorrow, next week, or next year."
Life is finite and each day brings one closer to death. People often behave as if time is unlimited and postpone meaningful experiences. Common rationalizations include working now to enjoy later, deferring dreams until retirement, and delaying pleasure. The only certain time is the present moment. Uncertainty about health and circumstances makes future plans unpredictable. Acknowledging mortality can be liberating and motivate clearer priorities. Paying attention to the present encourages choosing joy, practicing gratitude, and focusing on what truly matters rather than deferring fulfillment.
Read at Psychology Today
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