Your body wasn’t built to last

This blog post discusses the concept of human mortality rates and how they reflect the inherent impermanence of the human body. The author begins by explaining how mortality rates measure the likelihood of death within a specific age group. They go on to highlight the differences in mortality rates across different time periods and geographical locations, emphasizing that no matter how advanced or developed a society may be, human bodies are ultimately bound by their natural limitations. The author concludes by suggesting that understanding the inevitability of mortality can lead to a greater appreciation of life and a reevaluation of priorities.