We’re all dying – some slower, others faster. We’re all dying not once, but many times through our lives. Life is nothing more than a dance of change, a continuing dance of birth and death.
Yet, we shouldn’t be scared by the repetitiveness of death; instead, embrace it as a chance to get to know it. For knowing death will diminish the fear so deeply rooted in the human mind.
Yes, we have to accept that the realm we’re in – samsara – is an ocean of unbearable suffering. The only way out is the path of liberation as Buddha called it, or attaining enlightenment as it is commonly named today.

Is getting to know death really beneficial, in as much as reducing or entirely removing our fear of dying? If we were to believe those who survived near-death experiences, the answer is, yes! Researchers studying feelings of those who lived through near-death experiences, report a wide range of after-effects and changes: an increased concern for helping others; a reduced fear and deeper understanding of death; an enhanced vision of the importance of love; a growing belief in the spiritual meaning of life and in a spiritual dimension; diminished interest in materialistic pursuits and understandably, a greater openness to belief in the afterlife.
So, if near-death experiences bring nothing but positive changes, isn’t it fair to expect that through the process of dying, we’re exposed to great opportunities to grow spiritually? Indeed, a rare window opens to everyone, at the moment of death. Very few know about it, yet fewer know how to “use” it for a rapid advancement in consciousness.

It all begins with us acknowledging impermanence; and it means reflecting on death often, rather than trying to ignore it. When you look into death, you don’t need to be frightened.
Try doing it when you’re relaxed, inspired and comfortable. Reflect on it when you’re confident, in good health and happy. The hallmark of a serious spiritual practitioner is renunciation that is attained through contemplation of death. This renunciation will bring you both joy and sadness.
Joy, because of the greater vision that unfolds when you let go of your old ways. Sadness, because you realize the futility of the old ways.
But, this is no ordinary joy. This joy gives you a new strength and confidence; it gives you an inspiration that comes from the realization that you can change and grow more free; free of your habits.
Yes, just by contemplating death one can become free, beyond ordinary imagination.