What do you think about the idea of knowing when you will die?

Battotheman · Post by **Battotheman** » 11 Mar 2018, 16:40

What do I think about the idea of knowing when I’ll die ? That’s a debatable question , I believe everyone as human beings has curiosity of knowing it all . I know for a fact everyone has thought about death at least once .Personally speaking I’ve always been curious as to how im going to die , and when .I wouldn’t mind knowing when I’ll die , I think it gives me another reason to live my life to the fullest.

Irene C · Post by **Irene C** » 11 Mar 2018, 16:51

I would not want to know when I will die, precisely because I want to live fully -- I want to concentrate on that without knowing and therefore having to think about my death. Then it just happens. Or really, hopefully the short terminal illness or "natural causes" happen when I'm very old, and that's that. No use thinking about it, so I want to think about all the things in this world, about life.

I'm personally healthier that way, when I don't dwell on myself and negative thoughts. Others may feel differently, of course.

Pittbulgurl · Post by **Pittbulgurl** » 11 Mar 2018, 22:38

Personaly I WOULD NOT want to know when ,where, or how I die!
To know that information can,could and would cause anyone to be paranoid( to an extent), over cautious and always on edge just waiting for the moment you will die. And then the human instinct is all about survival which would cause anyone to avoid that moment and the the way that it is you die. Except that here in lies the fact that no matter what you do when its your time to go, you're gunna go regardless of any and all precautions you take.

Very good topic,ty.

Alex J · Post by **Alex J** » 12 Mar 2018, 04:11

I would rather never know. Live the moment and have no worries about what I should do before I die...there's a good reason why that day is concealed

Ese22osa · Post by **Ese22osa** » 12 Mar 2018, 07:48

Heidegger once said that 'man is a being unto death'(rephrased), knowing the day of ones death is nothing so scaring. I believe it would make one more meticulous,more purpose driver. That's one reason most person live the way they do. Yes it makes you more conscious of your actions and decisions, and no I don't want it released.

atonykamau · Post by **atonykamau** » 12 Mar 2018, 09:29

I really have to say that the idea of knowing ones own death is really puzzling. On one hand it would really be beneficial because you can be able to live your life to the fullest and at the last minute before your death you can repent for all your sins and possibly go to heaven. The disadvantage would be not having enough time to live your life, like for example if you found out you die tomorrow. Personally i wouldn't like to know because i really like a little mystery in my life.

moses masan · Post by **moses masan** » 12 Mar 2018, 09:38

This is tuff personally i would not want to know when i will die .Because there is absolutely nothing i can do to change it .Or i cant slow time so that i can live long.But i would like to know what actually happens when people die ,is there another dimension that i will get reborn . Its a nice topic i like it trust me

jenjayfromSA · Post by **jenjayfromSA** » 12 Mar 2018, 11:54

That's a tough one - if you know, you wouldn't waste time on trivial matters, you'd get on with appreciating everything around you - count the butterflies, smell the roses, take a serious swing at the bucket list. If you don't, well, I suppose it would be easier on the family. Watching someone die slowly in hospice is hell.

mbray22 · Post by **mbray22** » 12 Mar 2018, 11:55

Knowing when you're going to die I feel like theirs no mystery in your life. It would be a good thing cause you'll know when it's going to be so you can take full advantage to complete that "bucket list" you wanted to if need be, but I personally wouldn't want to know. I think I'd be to scared to even enjoy life if I knew I was going to die in a week or so.

Lenny1886 · Post by **Lenny1886** » 12 Mar 2018, 12:00

kfwilson6 wrote: ↑02 Mar 2018, 10:10 Given that this is a medical device which tells you only when you will die of natural causes, I think it is a very useful tool. It doesn't seem that different from finding out you have a life threatening illness and the doctor giving you a timeframe for how much longer you will have. It is that concept on a broader scope. The watch may actually prevent your death if it is a natural occurrence and medical treatment would make a difference. We are often so unaware of what is happening in our bodies: why does my stomach hurt, is this a heart attack or heart burn, am I having a stroke? The watch could help circumvent the consequences of the majority of us not having medical degrees. We wouldn't have to ask the question of ourselves, is this worth going to the hospital for? The risk of not going is mitigated because we would know if it is severe enough to warrant it.

If we were talking about some mystical device that can predict your death no matter how it occurs (car accident, war, hunting accident, etc.), that I would not want to have.

Yes, this makes sense! In which case it should be marketed as a personal diagnostic tool, because it’s not necessarily saying you will die, but rather you will if you leave whatever it is untreated.

As far as a mystical version, that would rely on the belief of fate and destiny and that no one really has control of their lives or actions, which is something that I do not believe in myself. Regardless, it definitely is not something I would want to know.

Azeline Arcenal · Post by **Azeline Arcenal** » 12 Mar 2018, 13:05

I don't think I like the idea of knowing when I would die. I would rather not know because I think it is best. But then again if I knew when I would die and my death is a horrible death, I probably would take action and make sure it doesn't happen.

Cloud Rainbow · Post by **Cloud Rainbow** » 12 Mar 2018, 13:23

For some it's a good thing, for some it's bad, but for me it's a good thing. One will be able to spend one time wisely by spending it with your loved ones and doing what you always wanted and traveling to places you love.

jswest82 · Post by **jswest82** » 12 Mar 2018, 13:46

I personally would not want to know. I can see how in some ways, it might be nice. You can be sure to do all the things you want to do, say all the things you want to say, and so on, before you die. However, knowing would be very troublesome to me. I would be so consumed with the thoughts of dying, that I do not think I would be able to enjoy life in the moment. Its a huge burden to bear, knowing when death will occur. I prefer knowing that some day we will all die but not knowing when is okay with me.

Tricia1996 · Post by **Tricia1996** » 12 Mar 2018, 13:53

My personal opinion on knowing when my dead date is. I don’t think I would want to know exactly when. Because then when you know that is all you will worry about. And you will think that’s not enough time. Because it could be sooner then you think. Then you will just live your days worrying. I want to live everyday to the fullest and enjoy my life. That’s my personal opinion in me not wanting to know my death date.

Bukari · Post by **Bukari** » 12 Mar 2018, 14:04

Wow! As for me knowing when I will depart this planet earth the journey of eternity. I would have been very grateful to the God almighty, so that I could stop making efforts getting some materials. Because life on earth is just useless as simple as that.