Death. It's the big "D-word" that can make anyone uncomfortable. Even though we are surrounded by death (through mass shootings, wars, etc), it can be easy to fall into the mindset of trying to avoid thinking about our own eventual deaths. While some find solace in finding distraction from the uncomfortable truth of mortality, I believe it is important to frequently reflect on the fact that your days are numbered. "Memento mori" is a popular Latin phrase which basically means "Remember that you will die." There is an established Christian tradition of reflecting on death, and this can especially be seen in medieval art featuring skulls. To those accustomed to avoiding thinking about death, this concept may come across as morbid or dark. To put it bluntly, I personally believe it's foolish to try to escape the reality of death. Since I've started to adopt a "memento mori mindset," I have found that frequently reflecting
Religious Thoughts in a Secular World