51 Hours to Live

Reddit has a section called “IAmA” which stands for “I am a… ask my anything.” A person recently posted that they have 51 hours left to live. This person has been sick with cancer for six years; he has decided that on Tuesday he will end his life in accordance with Oregon’s Death with Dignity Act.

I found the person’s responses fascinating. What I think the important take away is that life is truly a gift, one that should be cherished. We as entrepreneurs should read his responses and use them to put perspective on our own lives.

Are we living each day to the fullest? Not wasting a single minute?
Are we prioritizing each activity in our life?
Are we considering the implications of our actions in regards to our business ventures on our family and friends?
Are we spending money wisely so that we may have ample amounts for what really matters?
At our worse business moments, how bad is it really? Do we still have our health? Are we going to die in 51 hours?

I challenge you to ask yourself these questions daily.