[maegul]

I’d even go so far as to say that human civilisation struggles with the longevity of humans. We’re rather short lived compared to the impacts our actions can have, as a technologically enabled and socially civilised species.

Life really is short. If our lifespan were twice or ten times longer, the whole thing would be a different ballgame.

[tiborsaas]

At least it's long enough for us to recognize it and use it as a source of ambition to make the most of it. I've recently turned 40 and I have a mild panic that I haven't done anything worthy, but there's still time ahead.

[pvaldes]

> I haven't done anything worthy,

Keeping yourself alive for 40 years. Not a minor victory.

[tiborsaas]

Indeed, by 1850s standards, I'm doing a great job :D