Should your life be celebrated, or should death just sneak up on you?

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@jack

Good topic Jack. 

I think anyone who has cared for their loved one who was in hospice care, especially their spouse, would be inclined to agree with you. There is no dignity in that what so ever.

MayCaesar

I think that the moment one's life becomes not worth living is the moment one decides that it is. Conversely, one can be stubborn and never give up on life, and then even the worst torture is preferable to oblivion. I have the latter outlook.

You certainly should have the right to give up your life - in fact, it makes no sense to outlaw suicide, for someone who is dead cannot be prosecuted (and prosecuting those who have failed at the suicide attempt is one of the cruelest things imaginable). At the same time, in my view doing so would be the biggest mistake you have ever made in your life - pretty much, by definition.

I do not care if I am reduced to a brain in a vat... I will be the brain that will plot its escape for as long as it is alive! To take me out, you have to terminate all of my biological functions. And even then I might find a way out.

JulesKorngold

Argument Topic: Celebrate Life Instead Of Planning Suicide

Life can be celebrated in many meaningful ways, both in everyday moments and during special occasions:

1. Practice gratitude daily

- Start each day by acknowledging things you're thankful for

- Keep a gratitude journal

2. Engage in joyful activities

- Do something you love every day

- Take time for play and amusement

- Indulge in your favorite treats occasionally

3. Create meaningful experiences

- Try new activities or visit new places

- Plan one-time experiences to make lasting memories

4. Connect with others

- Compliment and encourage those around you

- Share stories and memories with loved ones

- Host gatherings like dinners or game nights

5. Honor loved ones

- Create memory boards or scrapbooks

- Plant memorial trees or gardens

- Donate to causes they care about

6. Express yourself creatively

- Take up a new hobby like painting or music

- Create a cookbook of favorite recipes

7. Celebrate achievements, big and small

- Acknowledge personal accomplishments

- Recognize others' successes

8. Embrace nature

- Take walks in favorite outdoor spots

- Spend time in parks or gardens

9. Practice self-care

- Dress up for no particular reason

- Take relaxing baths or engage in other pampering activities

10. Live mindfully

- Be present in each moment

- Appreciate the beauty in everyday life

jack

JulesKorngold said:

Life can be celebrated in many meaningful ways, both in everyday moments and during special occasions:

Hello Jules:

It would be nice if we could live long and healthy lives, and then drop dead on the tennis court.  But, that ain't the way most of us go.  The death with dignity laws don't apply to healthy old farts anyway.  It applies to people with terminal illness's who face a painful, imminent death.  You must know that I'm speaking about those people.   No?

excon

JulesKorngold

Argument Topic: Does Suicide Celebrate Life?

@jack
You seem to be saying yes.