We Should All Be More Afraid of Driving

8/15/2021

In this thought-provoking essay, the author reflects on their experience of being in a car accident and the impact it had on their perspective of life and mortality. They discuss the suddenness and randomness of accidents, highlighting how in an instant, our lives can change completely. The author expresses their gratitude for surviving the accident and explores the existential questions it raised for them. They ponder the fragility of life, the importance of appreciating everyday moments, and the realization that we are not invincible. This essay offers a deeply personal and introspective exploration of the emotional aftermath of a car accident and the lessons it taught the author.

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