I'm 41 and have to admit I guess I'm a little slow - I have not experienced ANY of the feelings detailed in Rasputins quote.

As far as the mortality issue I'm not really sure why this scares people - the thought that I'm going to die someday reminds me I don't have time for crappy moods and thoughts or inaction.

Who wants to make their last day on earth a bad day?

I do feel sorry for people my age that hate their jobs and have no choice but to work hard every day. I've been able to slow down a little bit as I've reached middle age and find the change in work habits very refreshing.

Tim