Most people have a fascination with fortune-telling, that is, they want to know what the future will bring. However, some things should not be known. Imagine that you know when, where, and how you will die. It could be quite scary as the moment approaches.
Of course, it is a certain fact that one day it will inevitably happen. When you are very young you do not worry so much, because you see it so far away when you are very old, I think, you resign yourself when you realize the brevity of life, you just prefer to ignore death, as if it will never come to you. In this sense, there is a certainty but not precision. Death can come at any time without warning.
The beauty of life is in the ability to choose the path with every decision and action you take. You don't need to guess the future if you can create it yourself. Do not ignore death, it will force you to live fully every moment.
Consequently, seek the wisdom to discern between means and ends. It doesn't matter how far along you are on the road. It is never too early or too late to take charge of a purposeful life.
Meeting needs does not mean suffering in a job you hate. Runaway from it and make sure that what you do to eat, dress and sleep is pleasant and useful, not only for you but also for those around you.
The biggest obstacle is the inability to recognize between means and ends. For example, money is a means and not an end. However, some insist on accumulating as much as possible, with the illusion of making life easier for the future, full of supposed comforts.
Meanwhile, they let the important pass, which they will never get back for a lot of money they have raised. Material and financial assets are likely to become causes of more evil. There is nothing wrong with money, it is only a means to an end. It is only harmful when it becomes the end that everyone yearns for to live a life of luxury without lack and sacrifice communion with others. Especially with your family.
Earn money and use it with the utmost prudence and efficiency, you will not be able to take it to the grave, nor guarantee that it is used for good when you are gone.
Original article by @Jnavedan
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