If you are mindful of death, it will not come as a surprise-you will n…

Dalai Lama
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If you are mindful of death, it will not come as a surprise-you will not be anxious. You will feel that death is merely like changing clothes. Consequently, at that point you will be able to maintain your calmness of mind.
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