As a former governor of Colorado and then again after a hiatus, Richard Lamm was acutely aware of the intricacies of life. He frequently discussed confronting reality head-on, including one of life's most unavoidable realities: that all living things will eventually perish.

According to Lamm, accepting death is both freeing and difficult. On the one hand, it can be intimidating to face our mortality. However, because it motivates us to maximize our time, this awareness can also be a gift. It's similar to owning a limited-edition toy; the awareness that there are only so many encourages you to savor every second and enjoy every play session.

According to him, acknowledging death as a natural part of life enables us to focus on the important things in life. Realizing how small we are while simultaneously experiencing the wonder and awe of being alive in the midst of such majesty is like standing at the edge of a vast ocean. This viewpoint exhorts people to value relationships, live life to the fullest, and pursue worthwhile activities with zeal and purpose.

Lamm's observations serve as a reminder that although death is unavoidable and frequently dreaded, it can also act as a motivator for leading a more genuine and caring life.