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I will lead a balanced, exuberant and honorable life so that when I die, I will enjoy the profound
satisfaction of having no regrets of any kind. I will leave a legacy that will benefit my daughters
and their children and grandchildren, as well as many others.
I look forward to getting older as an incredibly challenging phase of my life. I will be a role
model for others and have an amazingly productive and fun old age. My aim is to die with my
dreams fulfilled, leaving behind an identity and reputation I am proud of, and knowing that I
didn’t, through timidity, apathy, complacency or lack of imagination, let an opportunity to excel
and contribute pass me by.
I will study death and dying and deepen my understanding of it. I realize that death is my
constant companion — as it is for us all. I will let this awareness guide me to make the best use
of my time and live life to the fullest every moment.
Personal Mission Statement