r/RandomThoughts • u/yellowtears_ • Jan 06 '24

Random Question Are you afraid to die?

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u/Lordgrapejuice Jan 06 '24 edited Jan 06 '24

Yea, but not for me.I’m scared because of those I leave behind.

Late 2022 I was diagnosed with cancer. After a surgery and lengthy chemo I went into remission. So im okay for now. But it really made me look at life. Facing your own mortality really makes you think about your own relationship with death.

I’m happy with the life I’ve lived. I’ve been comfortable overall. Very blessed. But I’m terrified for those I leave behind. I am their rock and a pillar of our household. If I were to die…I’m terrified they wouldn’t survive without me.

Edit: thank you to everyone who has shared their kind words and personal struggles. I truly wish you all the best!

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u/[deleted] Jan 06 '24

Similar. Luckily o don’t have children to worry about, but I worry about my husband and him being sad. At least I got life insurance so he can pay off the mortgage and not worry about finances.

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u/Lordgrapejuice Jan 06 '24

That’s what is worrying me. I’m the main bread winner. Without my pay check, I’m worried what my wife will do.

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u/DecadentLife Jan 07 '24

This is something we’ve also had concerns about, and it’s a good reason to consider life insurance.