Death Tarot Card: Memento Mori
The Stoic philosophers of the 3rd century had a phrase that pertained to death and dying: “Memento Mori.” Translated, this means, “You will die.” This was not meant to scare anybody; quite the opposite is true. It was meant to celebrate your life, and that you ae alive at all.
To think of death and dying, to ponder your own demise is not a morbid thing to do, for we are all going to die. The idea, really, is to think about how we would like to be remembered, and use these thoughts to guide us in how we live. In other words, live the life we want to be remembered for.
Do you want to be remembered as a loving and generous soul? Then be loving and generous. Do you want to be remembered as cantankerous and bitter? That act cantankerous and bitter. How do you imagine right now that people see you? If you died on the spot, is this how you want to be remembered? Never mind all your past deeds and actions, think about right now. If your most recent actions and deeds are all the legacy you leave behind, are you happy with that?
Zoom out from yourself and see yourself from the widest angle possible. See past your own ego and needs for validation and ask yourself honestly how people must see you right now in the moment. If you like what you see, keep it up. You are on the right track. If you are displeased somehow, think about how you want to be seen and act accordingly. Nobody can do this for you. Only you can do this. You cannot force people to see you in any way. You can only influence them.
Do not let the thought of your own demise frighten you. Embrace the reality that one day it will be upon you. Use the thought to guide your actions towards living the best life possible. — Jim Larsen
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