None of what we do as a race will amount to a blip on the timeline of the universe; therefore, we must be content to know that what we do as individuals will be remembered only by a few for a very short time, but to those few, we should try to leave worthwhile memories.

I tried making a difference but it's pretty much impossible. I don't see a reason to feel so urgent if it's not going to accomplish anything.

So instead I just remind myself that I was dead before I was born and that wasn't a big deal. No knowledge of suffering when you're dead am I right? I look forward to death now honestly.

Yes it does. Good morning back.

Good afternoon.

Do what makes you happy, because when it's all over there are no after credit scenes.

That is not necessarily so as being an Atheist has nothing to do with death. Atheism is just,
"disbelief OR lack of belief [non-belief] in the existence of God or gods". That is all.

I agree. I am leaving behind lots of items I've made so my kids can tell their kids and grandkids, Grammy made this. In fact, my current project is a baby quilt for future grandchild to be born in May. Then Xmas gifts for the kids, cuddle quilts to use while watching TV. That fabric has been in my stash for far too long.

We try to make the most of our lives while we are here on this planet. We try to make a difference in other people's lives. Yes we leave children, future inhabitants of this place, music, books, writings, scientific research, etc.

Good morning to you too!

Knowing that we have a finite time, though the exact amount is generally uncertain, is important. It's what makes us want to accomplish something during our lifetime, to make a difference or be remembered or whatever motivates us — or not. There's value in knowing that I have only so many days, however many it ends up being, and if I decide to use some of them for leisure, that's my prerogative too. I think the real value is in being able to make that informed decision, to make use our time in whatever way aligns with our priorities, without the illusion that we'll have eternity to make up for not doing the things that really matter to us.