What are your thoughts on the concept of living a very long life?
The concept of living a very long life is both fascinating and complex, deeply tied to the quality of the life we lead and the impact we make along the way. Personally, I believe that life should always prioritize quality over sheer quantity. It’s not about the number of years we accumulate but the depth and richness of those years. After all, the greatest gift we can give to ourselves and the world is a life filled with meaning, purpose, and fulfillment.
A long life, in itself, is a neutral concept—it can be a blessing or a burden depending on how it’s lived. If a life sows more pain than comfort, more sorrow than joy, and leaves humanity burdened rather than uplifted, then what is the value of extending it? What purpose does a long existence serve if it perpetuates harm, emptiness, or indifference?
On the other hand, a life that radiates impact, substance, and positive change is incomparable. A long life that is rich with kindness, purpose, and creativity can be a gift not only to the individual but to the generations it touches. Imagine the beauty of living a long life where every day contributes to a legacy of hope, joy, and transformation. That is a life worth wishing for—one that balances the right quantity with the best quality.
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Absolutely 🙏
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Great points. Quality of life is the priority for me as well. I’m working on facilitating that for as long as I can.
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Thank you Susan for your kind words always, I wish you best of luck with that, that’s the best we can do for ourselves and the world we live in. How’s the winter at your end ?
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haha. funny you should ask. we are all recovering from a huge snowfall last sunday into monday. 12″. and now we have 2-4″ forecast starting tomorrow morning. very unusual for us to get so much. thanks for asking!
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This post is beautifully written and you make some good points, yet it also seems to be focused on how a person lives their life impacting others. There are many in the world who are tired or suffering, who may dread a long life, if it doesn’t seem pointless enough already. Even in a life full of meaning, even in a life of faith, the person living that life may not feel like living long. Elijah had a moment where he wanted his life taken away. Prophets wept. Hezekiah had a point where he should have died, yet extending his life lead to more problems. I know there’s at least one person in the world who’s lived their best years and feels like Hezekiah, like life has gone on too long. How about making a post on what you’d say to them?
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Thank you, Lee, for your kind words and thoughtful insights. I understand your perspective, and you’ve made excellent points. However, the prompt I responded to specifically asked about my thoughts on living a long life. Regarding your question about individuals who wish for a shorter life due to their current suffering or circumstances, my message to them remains the same: make the days they have count. It’s not over until they cross the finish line.
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