If you're going to do yourself in, this is the way to explain it

[Skybird]

I can say without fear of contradiction that since June 11, 2012, I have been much more focused on others than myself. I’ve done many things that I otherwise would not have done solely based upon the fact that I was not going to be around much longer and wouldn’t have many more opportunities. Knowing it was coming to an end helped me focus on what was most important.

^ This. I also know that other people making that decision said that it made them feel more freedom than ever before in their lives. Precious only is what is rare and limited. Preciousness helps you to sort your priorities. Not fearing the limited nature of your time on Earth, sets you free, and makes you walking beyond the borders where usually people would stop to go further. Where there is no lack, man tends to fritter.