Die While You're Alive - The Way to Lasting Inner Peace 

I was terrified of death. Hypochondria levels of fear. One day I just said to myself in the mirror "this body is going to die, maybe today, maybe tomorrow, maybe in 50 years. But it is going to die, it's 100% certain". The relief of finally fully accepting this reality was so immense, I went about in a state of bliss for a few days.

I remember the musician Wilko Johnson speaking about the moment he was given a terminal diagnosis by a hospital consultant and he described it as an incredible weight lifted from him. He saw everything more clearly, as if his perceptions were heightened to a new level. Interestingly he survived longer than the medical professional's prognosis and eventually passed away, I believe in 2022. His sudden feelings of liberation and clarity are interesting, though.

Die before you die, but dont remain dead! Important thing I had to realize. Have to go on with living life too, even after "we die".

I once dreamed of my last moments on Earth. I was overwhelmed by emotion. My attention was immersed in nostalgia, my mind was asking but where can I go, everyone i know and have is here, where will I go? it was surreal, that moment of death. So i wonder will i recall it on my last day. I had that dream even though I know i am always going to be here and now, even after death.. Because where i am is not a place

What a marvelous topic! I'm 80, and while at the present moment I have no reason to think the end is near, it is still a situation that is on my horizon, so this is a very useful inner inquiry. I love how he responded to the questioner about his emergency situation. So kind and so subtle and loving.

It is an indication of his understanding. If he really felt himself to be awareness he wouldnt panic. But to free the body completely of the fear of dissolution might really be the biggest task in life

I'm still a philosophical fan of "Be here now"...in life with this experience, and when death comes be there then. Just surrender to where and how we are now, and now never ends.

I can attest to what Rupert says here. I had a heart attack two years ago and it was not terribly painful so it seemed I was able to really relax while having the stents placed. Even though they Dr had suggested just prior to the surgery that they were going to "try to save my life", the implications was clear that they may not be able to (I had a full blockage in the right descending artery). I equate this state of mind to the 'two days to live' scenario Rupert describes. Because I was indeed very relaxed and able to practice 'being the knowing'. My heart stopped three times during the surgery and I was feeling calm and ready to greet wherever was next. On the other hand, just a few days ago I had an experience where my heart was fluttering and pounding and I was alone and I felt panicky. So perhaps there's wisdom in Rupert's advice that the emergency of the body where strange sensations are occurring and the adrenaline is released is true.

I lost my fear of death, after over a decade in f Buddhist practice, the moment I realized “I know that I am” I can’t explain it but everything impermanent about me separated from the single, essential, permanent, satisfying awareness that is apart from the conditions of body, feeling, sensation, perception, and thought. Since then I have never had any difficulty seeing the path directly out of suffering in every moment of life. Rupert is very gracious in not telling this man that the practice he has been doing has failed to liberate his awareness from identification with the body-mind.

Die while you're alive - this profound statement encapsulates a central teaching of many spiritual traditions. It is not an invitation to physical death but rather to a form of psychological and spiritual dying. This refers to letting go of the illusory ego-self and embracing the true, divine Self within. It is the realization of this divinity within us that brings about an ecstasy of existence, a transcendent joy that vibrates at the highest frequency, touching all life around us. Ecstasy, as explored earlier, is the pinnacle of joy and bliss. It awaits those who dare to 'die' to their old selves, shedding the layers of ego and illusion to awaken to the divine presence within. This divine presence is beyond the constraints of time and space. In it, one finds a profound connection where the boundaries of the self dissolve, and the individual becomes an integral part of the divine flow of energy. In the act of 'dying while alive', a profound transformation occurs. The recognition of the divine within us triggers a shift that transcends the confines of our physical form. Suddenly, we're not just our bodies or our thoughts. We become aware of our timeless essence, deeply connected to the fabric of creation. This awareness unlocks a state of ecstasy, filling us with boundless love and profound joy. This ecstatic state is not a fleeting moment of happiness. It is a lasting sense of fulfillment that arises when we are in alignment with our divine essence. Every breath becomes a celebration of life, and every moment turns into a dance with the divine. This ecstasy arises from the realization of our innate divinity, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. By surrendering to the divine presence within, we experience a surge of ecstatic energy. It courses through our being, dissolving our perceived boundaries and revealing our infinite nature. In the radiant glow of this energy, we become aware of ourselves as an integral part of the cosmic tapestry, woven with the threads of eternity. In the presence of the divine, the constraints of time and space seem to lose their hold. We come to realize that ecstasy is not an intermittent state but our natural way of being. It serves as a constant reminder of our divine origin and the infinite potential that lies within us. This divine presence, beyond time and space, invites us to profoundly transform our lives. By connecting with this energy, we can tap into a wellspring of ecstatic joy that can radiate into the world around us. This transformation is not just about personal growth; it serves to raise the collective consciousness, sparking miracles and abundance for all. Ecstasy, in this context, is not just a profound realization of our true nature; it's also a catalyst for self-realization and enlightenment. Every aspect of our being becomes infused with divine ecstasy, sparking a fire within that propels us towards this ultimate goal. Answering the call of the divine presence is a journey of surrender. It is about shedding our limitations to uncover the infinite possibilities that await. In this surrender, we become vessels of divine love and joy, radiating light and inspiring others to embark on their journey of self-discovery. Embracing this divine presence paves the way for a utopia within and without. By aligning with this energy, we become conduits for transformation and healing. Our ecstatic state serves as a catalyst for positive change, nurturing a collective awakening that brings us closer to a world steeped in love, harmony, and divine ecstasy. In this way, 'dying while alive' is truly the way to lasting inner peace.

That is what made me wake up, got into an extreme situation where i rather be dead, then something shift inside. Only after years o researching what was happening i found Rupert and he put everything in words. Thanks 🙏

Also the poison from the snake bite likely causes huge adrenaline release which certainly can fuel a panic feeling- physiological rapid response.

You nailed it Rupert when u said to the man, "well that is meditation"

I just realized that I don't like the term death because it often gives a false picture of reality. Yes, people die, animals die. My body and mind will die. Everything will die in a sense. In a greater sense there is no death. That which is real cannot die. Every thing is an expression of the eternal and has it's root in the eternal. Every thing is changing, but is an expression of the changeless. What is death, then? Death is the illusion of ending. Nothing ends, it just changes. Even this change is an illusion as there is only the now. That which ever was or ever will be is now. Death is the illusion of an illusion which only has meaning from limited perspectives. When seen with the light of awareness, death doesn't even make sense as a concept. "Ending? There is no ending as there was no beginning. There is only Now." When something is, it is in the now. When something isn't, it isn't in the now. Nothing is lost because it simply is or isn't. Only the mind constructs the past and says "this was and now isn't. Therefore, death." Silly mind.

I think we actually enjoy our concept of the fear of death, because it validates our concept of existence." I exist " is a thought, therefore an illusion. The supposed feeling of "presence" is the awareness a conglomeration of bodily sensations. The label "presence" gives it meaning. A child does not have that concept, nor animals . We imagine that death is the end of this " presence " that we identify with, which is the end of me. Spirituality suggests letting go of this me/ego as a pre-death practice, but I wonder if that is actually possible. We can attenuate our identity with the false self/ego, and claim a more expansive one with identity of the True eternal Self, but it is still the persistence of "Me"

.Contemplation of death... to my experience...: nothing is taken away from us...we are taken into a deep peace. Feels like coming home.

It's the ego that provides individuality and privacy, and the body is a symbol of those things. It's totally natural to feel fear if you sense your death is imminent. Thank you for your explanation.

I'm 2 minutes in , & it sounds like everyone is whispering. Many Thanks for the transcript.

only the brave will sit at my table. thank you Rupert

Human beings SUFFERING is firmly rooted in the DESIRE to make PERMENANT that which is impermanent. All THINGS are impermanent, they have had creation will have duration and then will have demise. So what is it that is left? Enquire honestly and exclusively and then enjoy liberation. AAAUUUMMMMMMMMM🙏

If you happen to read this, just know that you are limitless. Believe in yourself my friend, and unleash your full potential. Keep pushing forward! Love from ButterflyAwakening🦋

I almost died.. And it gave me peace. Before I had lot of panic attacks and chronic anxiety. The Bible has actually great teaching also. Only meditating dis not help. Because my trauma that was hidden for me, had to get to the surface. NDE is also a trauma, and the glimps of afterlife give many peace.

Sending love and support to anyone having an especially difficult day. Reach out to friends and other support when you can. Keep letting go. You got this!

William Munni, played by Clint Eastwood, in the movie 'Unforgiven': "Death is a hell of a thing. It takes away all he has got and all he is ever gonna have".

In two cases when I felt death upon me, and realizing that I had no control, first comes horrific horror, panic, terror. And, realizing the hopelessness of the situation, and my inability to save myself, total surrender automatically consumed me.. After that, there is a void, an emptiness. And, out of that void, in both cases, instructions followed from a voice. In the first instance, it was my guru. In the second instance, it was Jesus Christ. In both instances, I realized that on this journey which can be brutal, there are those who are very interested in our welfare and successful completion of our journey. I know that my experiences do not really coincide with the teachings here, but in both instances, I had no power of directing my thought. Everything just happened. I was aware of my utter inability to navigate thought. Everything just happened spontaneously. And, the absolute terror and hopelessness, was the key to forcing surrender, and the door opening where the beings were able to instruct me, as I remained utterly patient and childlike, following commands.

Love you, Rupert. Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us.

..contemplate that until panic sets in again minutes, seconds or moments before actual death depending on the physiological reason for death. ..or does contemplation of dying before actual death ultimately lead to a peaceful transition? ..which was what i think the original question implied Rupert being vague and evasive as usual

i love the gentleness of the inquiry

If I’m told I have two hours or two days to live, as long as I am physically fine, I will have far less fear than prolonged incapacitation, debilitation, physical pain and agony.

The day you were born is not under your authority, and the way your life unfolds is not your responsibility. Being alchoholic, lethargic, sick, lonely, strong, beautiful, and dying-you are just conceptualizing all of it. Your thoughts told you that you were the doer or the victim of it all. But the truth is, You are not the one making up your whole life. The truth is that everything happens on its own. You make decisions because you can't avoid them all the time, Your impulse to make decisions is unstoppable. Your thoughts happen on their own. Your talking happens on its own, walking, breathing emotons etc .Happenings happen on their own; your panic happens on its own. Your worries happen on their own. etc. Your life and your mess are not you. The GOAL IN LIFE IS NOT TO BE LOST IN it BUT TO BE AWARE OF IT. The goal in life is not about how to make it good or bad; it is just a movie. On its own, the correct action in life is very simple: observe your consciousness in the movie, and FUNNY PART OF IT IS ...this very action of observing the movie is still a part of the movie, a part of happening and You started being friightened because of the realization that nothing in life is under your control, and that very emotion in that moment is still part of the happening that you observe, even if you are not part of it. until you realized there is no observer, or this is what we call you and me.

You speak of why those souls who die as children are born afterward remember there last life with the incarnation afterward. This realm has many things to ponder. Thank you for your videos. Read the gospel of Thomas till you understand all its parables. Bear fruit within all you can.

While contemplating before, it was like I was met with that the pure fact of truth/knowing was stronger than my self/body/past, and truth was more real. It felt like I could go a bit deeper towards truth, while probably losing that past/story, but I wasn't really sure if it was the right time and or if I was ready. Thank you

Powerful contemplation

“Be like melting snow, wash yourself of yourself.” - Rumi

Happy days!

Start with baby steps. Contemplate the day you have to give back all the library books that you thought you could keep forever.

excellent video !!

I had the anxiety thing ( heavely) one day i succombed to it and it subsided in a very short period of time...

its dreamless sleep that's it, happens every night for me

we are all spirits having a human experience , death could be the end 😮 who knows we won’t find out till we die and we won’t be able to come back and report what’s happened😢

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I'm wondering if a reminder of our perfect & sacred balance - pure being dancing with a human-experience perspective, is helpful here. ❤

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As if 1 experience out weighs another, Awareness 'is' and always will 'be". Just the delusional scrabble of a vibration alone implies the essence of 'expire'. 😮 'None'theless, the pointer was on point as always.❤

The egoic self has to die firsf before One's True Nature Self can manifest! 😊

Too bad there is no text to this topic. The gentlemen can not be heard by me and i can not lipread.

So WHO contemplates this "death" ? If we can see it is the Ego from our point of Awareness it all becomes an interesting episode of observance, if we are far enough in our detachment and close enough to eternal Source, I dare to suggest ?

We should just replace the word death. Maybe rebirth or something else. ? Suggestions please 🤔🙏❤️

I think this gentleman would be a fabulous undertaker.

Read about death from a Greek philosopher recently. He said there is no such thing as experiencing death. If you die and no longer exist then nobody is there to experience death.. if you die and continue to exist then you don’t die…

Wow! Insufferable

We all die daily

How can you say you're on your death bed and you only have "2 days" to live if you're only living in the present moment?

Ok. So i just ordered a nice cozy coffin. What's next? 👀 No no. Don't worry, just kiddin'... 😂

This is already death, no need to die again.

Already done, something else?

This is from prophet Mohamed ‘die before you die’

Sometimes I wonder why even bother trying to have compassion for others, or trying to build an understanding of "oneness" for those of you who are "enlightened". What is the point of all of this. Humans are selfish, LIVING IS SELFISH. YOU WERE BORN FROM SELFISHNESS, YOU DIDNT CHOOSE TO BE BORN. The survival of us humans on this rock we call earth is born through selfishness. And our actions to live on and how we treat others (for most people) show that we are selfish too. What is the point of trying to instill compassion "oneness" into people when in the grant scheme of things/time it will do nothing. As proven, Mr siddartha and others have all tried, and despite their massive influence, humanity is still a bunch of evil selfish fools. The only difference is we have a system to bind us to behaving "morally". I for one know that if the system ever fails us, you will get to see how we really are like.