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#297 — Preparing for the End

Making Sense with Sam Harris

CHAPTER

Embracing Mortality: Living Fully in the Present

This chapter explores the delicate balance between pursuing future goals and appreciating the present moment, discussing insights drawn from personal experiences and cultural attitudes towards death. The speakers emphasize the necessity of acknowledging mortality and planning for the end of life, advocating for open dialogues and practical preparations. Through reflections on caregiving and end-of-life communication, they illustrate how embracing these concepts can lead to richer, more meaningful lives.

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