Daily Memento Mori

It's hard to believe that when we die, our consciousness disappears - it feels surreal. We feel so special, so uniquely 'ourselves,' that we think there will be a space after death where our consciousness remains at peace. Well, that’s a comforting idea, but in my honest opinion, it will probably be like it was before we were born - a nothingness.

The moment you start intellectualizing happiness is the moment you begin to lose it. Moreover, if you place your happiness in a future desire, your present self will always be in debt to it. Live in the moment, enjoy the process. The destination is merely a consequence.

Inevitably, when we say that a day went well or badly, we are attributing a human characteristic to something that, in itself, is neither good nor bad - it simply is real. Of course, we say a day goes well when we win the lottery, or a day goes badly when we lose a loved one. But in the end, these are external things, a reality that, on its own, lacks human characterization.

Living intentionally means being mindful of how we spend our time, energy, and attention each day. A simple way to start is by setting daily reminders—morning reflections to clarify what matters most, midday check-ins to realign with our values, and evening reflections to acknowledge growth. Visual cues, like a meaningful quote or a symbol of time, can serve as gentle nudges to stay present. By embracing these small practices, we can lead a life of purpose, even in the face of life’s impermanence.