If Death Came Today, What Would People Say About Your Life? | Karen Salmonsohn

In this episode with Karen Salmonsohn, discover how thinking about death can be your greatest inspiration for living a purposeful, to-die-for life. “Your To-Die-For Life” flips the script on death, showing how embracing mortality turns every day into an urgent call to action—ditch regrets, seize your bucket list, and put meaning first. Death isn’t just an end; it’s a catalyst for bold choices, authentic relationships, and a legacy that matters. Learn practical, research-backed tools to let death fuel your courage, passion, and authentic self-expression. If you want to move from living on autopilot to a life that thrills you, tune in and let death motivate you to live fully now.

Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:16 - The Stories We Leave Behind
00:36 - Introducing Karen Solomonson and Her Insights
01:39 - Grounding Practice: Centering Ourselves
02:33 - Contemplating Mortality for Value-Based Decisions
03:11 - Aristotle's Wisdom: Starting with the End in Mind
04:06 - Learning Lessons for Personal Growth
05:09 - The Importance of Core Values
05:51 - Legacy: How We Show Up in Life
06:48 - The Impact of Feelings on Memory
07:30 - Living Authentically vs. Seeking External Validation
08:01 - Writing Your Eulogy: A Path to Clarity
08:13 - The Power of Mortality Awareness
09:05 - Identity-Based Habits: Who Do You Need to Become?
10:30 - Creating Identity-Based Statements
12:05 - Finding Core Values: A Practical Approach
14:07 - The Seven Core Values to Avoid Regrets
15:14 - Authenticity: The Key to True Expression
16:07 - Bravery: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone
16:47 - Curiosity: The Path to Growth
18:23 - Discernment: Prioritizing What Matters
19:24 - Empathic Love: Building Meaningful Connections
20:55 - Fun: The Importance of Enjoying Life
23:53 - Gratitude: Appreciating What You Have
25:14 - The Role of Mortality in Urgency and Action
26:28 - Living with Intention: Making Every Day Count
30:23 - Breaking Free from Negative Narratives
32:33 - The Lab of Life: Embracing Growth
34:00 - The Struggle for Fulfillment: Eudaimonia vs. Hedonia
36:40 - Reawakening Your Identity: The Power of Self-Reflection
42:11 - Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People
45:03 - The Importance of Positive Influences


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