[hodder]

This was a tough read for me. Thinking about mortality for me is unproductive as it actually reduces my ability to do things that matter.

By ignoring the fact that there are only 8 magical experiences of Christmas, I can actually enjoy them more. Otherwise I become overwhelmed with anxiety about not using my time wisely enough.

[costcopizza]

Same sentiment here.

It can be hard to find motivation when you realize how fleeting everything is.

I always enjoy reading the Graham essay though, and trying to balance my awareness of time and not getting crushed by it.

[uola]

I personally don't think the sentiment of "8 Christmases", as presented in the essay, is that helpful. The solution to scarcity isn't to rely on a few moments, nor necessarily to "prune bullshit", it's to create more good moments. Maybe there is only 8 Christmases, but there's 416 Sunday dinners and countless other Holidays. Christmas is only that special because that's the holiday that Americans still (somewhat) universally celebrate.