Some scattered but important thoughts reflecting on the 10 year anniversary of my very near death experience. I wrote this in stream of thought at 5:30am, on 4.10.2012 at roughly 7:30am my accident happened.

These are my learnings and conclusions:

  • Death is closer than it appears, life is a short trip and you better make the best of it.
  • It’s not so bad. I’ve almost completely stopped climbing but I miss it dearly. The psychological impact has been very strong, even knowing that it would be. Personal life has been good.
  • No amount money or material thing is worth losing peace over.
  • You are alone in the world, but network and friendships matter.
  • Do what you want.

What do I want for the future?

  • Time
  • Peace
  • Love
  • Purpose
  • Art
  • Friendship
  • Knowledge
  • Food and nurturing
  • Health

Today, celebrating 10 years after the experience:

  • Eat good food in good company
  • Read
  • Write
  • Woodwork
  • Walk