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"Me parece que si tú o yo debemos elegir entre dos cursos de pensamiento o acción, deberíamos recordar nuestra muerte y tratar de vivir de tal manera que nuestra muerte no traiga placer al mundo."

John Steinbeck

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When making decisions in life, think about how you'll be remembered when you're gone. Imagine that you are faced with two choices. One choice might seem simpler, but if it harms others or is selfish, people may feel relief or even happiness when you're no longer around. This suggests you lived in a way that brought more harm than good. For example, consider a manager who can either treat their employees well or exploit them for short-term gains. If they choose exploitation, employees might feel happy when the manager leaves or retires. On the other hand, if the manager is kind and fair, people will be sad to lose them, remembering the positive impact they had. So, aim to be the kind of person who, when gone, is missed and appreciated. Make choices that contribute to the well-being of others, and lead a life that leaves a positive mark on the world.

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