It is rather rare for a person to reflect on death. The only notable and probable times being when you lose a loved one or when you have a near-death experience.

So what is it about death that makes it so hard to think about? Well, it could be because of the fact that we are living and really want to remain so. It could also be because of the mysterious nature of death itself.

Either way, it is beneficial to have a healthy view of death. I am the type of person who doesn't like living in denial. I love reality and accept it, so I won't deny my mortality. I also won't dwell on the negative too, so I won't lose my love for life over thoughts or fears of death.