Why is the deathbed perspective considered so valuable?

Re:Why is the deathbed perspective considered so valuable? by Taylor_OD on Wednesday March 10, 2021 @10:17AM (#26412082)

That seems like valuable perspective. You are not one who likes to be alone with their thoughts too much. What's the version of quit and go backpacking for someone like you?

My brother did the same thing and like you did not enjoy it. He thought it was too boring without another person. I havnt dont it but I'm very comfortable with really limited social contact and live in my own thoughts. If I had two good knees I'd likely take some type of break to try it out.

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Re:Why is the deathbed perspective considered so valuable? by Maximus9000 on Wednesday March 10, 2021 @12:14PM (#26413562)

Agreed. I've travelled a lot with my wife (We've been to 24 countries). I enjoy travelling with someone. A few times, I travelled alone... it's kind of boring alone. There are lots of people who say positive words about travelling alone like "empowering", "liberating"... but I didn't find that at all.

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Re:Why is the deathbed perspective considered so valuable? by Taylor_OD on Thursday March 11, 2021 @10:51AM (#26425292)

I'm equally as content during my travels if I'm alone or with another person but I do find that going with someone else tends to create stronger memories.

I went to Europe with my father and brother and remember those trips much more than ones I've taken on my own.

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Re:Why is the deathbed perspective considered so valuable? by tomasdore on Wednesday March 10, 2021 @11:25AM (#26412902)

Quit and keep busy? i.e. quit and volunteer.

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