
A billionaire died at the age of 56 from pancreatic cancer. And his final words make us reflect:
“In the end, wealth is just a part of life I’ve gotten used to. But now, lying in bed with my illness and looking back on my entire life, I realize that all the recognition and riches I’ve gained are meaningless in the face of death. Treat yourself well. And respect others. The older we get, the more we understand that a $30 watch and a $300 watch tell the same time. A $30 wallet or a $300 wallet — both carry the same amount of money. Whether we drive a $150,000 car or a $30,000 car, the road and distance are the same, and we’ll reach the same destination. Whether we live in a 300-square-meter house or a 3,000-square-meter one — you are just as alone. True inner happiness doesn’t come from material things. If you’re flying first class or economy — and the plane crashes — you go down with it just the same. So… I hope you understand: When you have friends, or someone to talk to — that is true happiness.”
Five undeniable truths:
Don’t raise your children to chase wealth. Raise them to seek happiness. Then, as adults, they’ll understand the value of things — not their price.
Eat your food like medicine — or one day you’ll have to eat medicine like food.
The people who truly love you won’t leave, even when they have every reason to. They’ll always find a reason to stay.
There’s a big difference between being human and being humane.
If you want to go fast — go alone.
But if you want to go far — go together.
— Steve Jobs