"Life is short" is a psyop Of course you should make the most out of your life. But stop living in fear that you're running out of time and rushing through the motion. There is an abundance of time actually. You're allowed to take the time to savor this cup of coffee, visit your aging parents, leisure, read that novel. These things will not only improve the quality of your life, they will improve the quality of your work, too. Go get it! But with intention, not anxiety