在這無垠宇宙的浩渺背景中，我們如同宇宙中的微塵，渺小而短暫。與星辰運行的漫長歲月相比，我們的生命仿佛隻是宇宙中短暫的漣漪。就如同太陽係注定會在50億年後逝去，我們的生命也將經曆三次死亡的無常。第一次，當心跳停止、呼吸消逝，生物學宣告我們的死亡。第二次，當我們被下葬，身著黑衣的人們參加葬禮，宣告我們在社會中的角色已經終結，我們黯然離去。第三次，則是當這個世界上最後一個記得我們的人將我們的存在抹去時，我們將永遠離開這個世界，宇宙也將不再與我們相幹。
In the vast abyss of the universe, humanity is like a speck of dust, brief and minuscule. Compared to the long epochs of the cosmos, our existence seems like a fleeting ripple. Just as the solar system is destined to fade away in 5 billion years, our lives too will undergo three deaths. The first, when the heartbeat stops, and breath fades, marking our biological departure. The second, when we are laid to rest, people dressed in black attend the funeral, signaling our departure from society. The third is when the last person who remembers us forgets, and we completely leave this world, no longer connected to the universe （Eagleman，2010）.
這三次死亡的觀念深刻而富有啟迪。生命如同短暫的星火，我們在宇宙中的存在是如此短促，如同塵埃一樣細微。然而，正是在這短暫的生命中，我們得以品味、創造、珍惜。第一次死亡，是我們生而為人的注定；第二次死亡，是社會對我們生命的確認；而第三次死亡，則是我們最終走向寂寞的時刻。
These three deaths prompt profound reflections on the meaning of life. Although life is short, it holds infinite possibilities. We should cherish every breath and appreciate the beauty of life. Whether in the first death, the biological farewell, or the second death, the societal farewell, we can leave traces, contributing something valuable to the world. In the face of the third death, perhaps we can accept departure with a more tolerant mindset, knowing that we once existed, once shimmered in some memory.
然而，生命並非僅是死亡的序曲，更是展現精彩的機會。每一個人都是生命的主角，在宇宙的舞台上扮演著獨特而不可替代的角色。活出精彩，就是敢於追求夢想，用心去體驗生命的美好，成為自己生命的導演。
However, life is not merely a destiny of death; it is an opportunity to live brilliantly. Each person is the protagonist of their life, playing a unique and irreplaceable role on the cosmic stage. Living a vibrant life means bravely pursuing dreams, experiencing the beauty of life with heart, and becoming the director of one's own life.
與此同時，我們還肩負著對家庭和社會的責任。家庭是我們生命的港灣，是愛和溫暖的源泉。在家庭中，我們需要學會關愛、尊重和包容，為家人創造幸福和溫馨的環境。例如，當父母年邁，我們的責任就是陪伴和關懷，讓他們晚年生活更加幸福。而社會則是我們共同生活的舞台，我們有責任為社會的進步和和諧貢獻一份力量。比如，可以通過誌願者工作，支持一些社會公益事業，為需要幫助的人提供援助。
Simultaneously, we bear responsibilities to family and society. Family is the cornerstone of our lives, a warm harbor. Within our families, we need to learn to love, respect, and tolerate, creating happiness and warmth for our loved ones. For instance, when our parents age, our responsibility is to accompany and care for them, ensuring their later years are happy. Society is the stage of our collective life, and we have a duty to contribute to its progress and harmony. For example, engaging in volunteer work or supporting social welfare projects to assist those in need.
在這遼闊的宇宙中，雖然我們微小，但通過承擔對家庭和社會的責任，我們的生命將變得更加豐富和有深度。不要因微塵的短暫而感到無足輕重，而是要在這短暫的一生中，用熱情去點燃自己的人生之火。不僅要活出精彩，還要肩負起對家庭和社會的責任，讓每一個瞬間都成為生命中寶貴的記憶。
In this vast universe, though we may be small, by shouldering responsibilities towards family and society, our lives become more enriched and profound. Do not feel insignificant due to life's brevity; instead, ignite the flame of your life with passion. Live not only with brilliance but also shoulder the responsibilities towards family and society, making each moment a precious memory.
文章引用：大衛·伊格曼，《生命的清單：關於來世的40種景象》
Eagleman, D. (2010). Sum?: forty tales from the afterlives (First Vintage Books edition.). Vintage Books, a division of Random House, Inc.
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