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Appreciation Quote by Dalai Lama

“You must not procrastinate. Rather, you should make preparations so that even if you did die tonight, you would have no regrets. If you develop an appreciation for the uncertainty and imminence of death, your sense of the importance of using your time wisely will get stronger and stronger.” quote by Dalai Lama
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“You must not procrastinate. Rather, you should make preparations so that even if you did die tonight, you would have no regrets. If you develop an appreciation for the uncertainty and imminence of death, your sense of the importance of using your time wisely will get stronger and stronger.”

Dalai Lama

About This Quote

Source Talk: Mindfulness Conference, 2019

Avoid procrastination by preparing as if death could come tonight, fostering urgency and appreciation of time.

In simple terms: Prepare now, value each moment.

Key Takeaway

Live with urgency and purpose.

Themes

mortality urgency mindfulness

Mood

reflective motivational

Type

spiritual practical

When to use this quote

  • life planning
  • goal setting
  • daily rituals

Key Concepts

time management spiritual practice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does mortality awareness affect priorities?
  • What preparations reduce regret?
A Different Perspective

May cause anxiety for some.

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