bhaskar saikia

Listening to Zubeen Garg’s 2022 song, Moi Morim Jidina O (The Day I Will Die) reminded me of something fundamental about life: it is unpredictable, and death is inevitable. The song reflects on the transient nature of our existence—how the body is not guaranteed, how laughter and joy should be expressed today, because we never know what tomorrow holds.

This realization changes the way we live. When we truly accept that life is fleeting, we stop wasting time on trivial worries and superficial matters. We begin to focus on what truly matters to us: the relationships we cherish, the moments of joy, and the work that gives our lives meaning.

Paulo Coelho shared a similar perspective. He often described death as a person constantly stalking him—a reminder that life is fragile and finite. This awareness, rather than instilling fear, made him live each day with intention and presence, appreciating every moment fully.

If we adopt even a fraction of this mindset, our lives transform. We laugh freely, express love without delay, pursue our passions with focus, and treasure the present because it is the only certainty we have. Life’s unpredictability is not a curse—it is a reminder to live deliberately, to value what matters, and to embrace each day as a gift.