I am of the nature to grow old. I cannot escape old age.
I am of the nature to have ill health. I cannot excape ill health.
I am of the nature to die. I cannot escape dying.
All that is dear to me and everyone I love are of the nature to change. There is no way to escape being separated from them. I cannot keep anything. I come here empty-handed, and I go empty-handed.
My actions are my only true belongings. I cannot escape the consequences of my actions. My actions are the ground on which I stand.
--Buddha (the Five Remembrances)
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