The doctor who diagnosed me with ALS, or motor neuron disease, told me that it would kill me in two or three years.
Stephen HawkingRead
I've been doing extremely dangerous activities for a long time, but I've been lucky enough to have survived so far. However, sooner or later we all die... and, if that's the case, I want to die doing what I love to do the most. That's how I view death.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a desire to embrace life fully, even in dangerous pursuits, and emphasizes the importance of pursuing one's passions.
In this quote, Yuichiro Miura reflects on the balance between the dangers of extreme activities and the inevitability of death. He acknowledges that while he has been fortunate to survive risky endeavors, he would rather face death while actively engaging in what brings him joy and fulfillment. This perspective highlights the value of living authentically and prioritizing one's passions above all else.
Themes
DeathPassionCourageAdventureLife
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a motivational speech about pursuing your dreams.
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