And so it comes down to this: the only way to truly overcome our fear of death is to live life in such a way that its meaning cannot be taken away by death.

This sounds grandiose, but it is really very simple. It means fighting the impulse to live for ourselves, instead of for others. It means choosing generosity over greed. It also means living humbly, rather than seeking influence and power.

Finally, it means being ready to die again and again–to ourselves, and to every self-serving opinion or agenda.

from “Be Not Afraid,” in Watch for the Light