I was passed this amazing piece from a good friend and as I continue to read it, it has a lasting impact on me so I wanted to share with you. My interpretation of it is that the true meaning of Wealth….. is Health.
Please pause and read carefully.
From Steve Jobs Deathbed:
“I reached the pinnacle of success in the business world. In others’ eyes, my life is an epitome of success. However, aside from work, I have little joy. In the end, wealth is only a fact of life that I am accustomed to.
At this moment, lying on the sick bed and recalling my whole life, I realize that all the recognition and wealth that I took so much pride in, have paled and become meaningless in the face of impending death.
In the darkness, I look at the green lights from the life supporting machines and hear the humming mechanical sounds, I can feel the breath of god of death drawing closer…
Now I know, when we have accumulated sufficient wealth to last our lifetime, we should pursue other matters that are unrelated to wealth…
Should be something that is more important: Perhaps relationships, perhaps art, perhaps a dream from younger days …
Non-stop pursuing of wealth will only turn a person into a twisted being, just like me.
God gave us the senses to let us feel the love in everyone’s heart, not the illusions brought about by wealth. The wealth I have won in my life I cannot bring with me. What I can bring is only the memories precipitated by love.
That’s the true riches which will follow you, accompany you, giving you strength and light to go on. Love can travel a thousand miles. Life has no limit. Go where you want to go. Reach the height you want to reach. It is all in your heart and in your hands.
What is the most expensive bed in the world? – “Sick bed” … You can employ someone to drive the car for you, make money for you but you cannot have someone to bear the sickness for you.
Material things lost can be found. But there is one thing that can never be found when it is lost – “Life”.
When a person goes into the operating room, he will realize that there is one book that he has yet to finish reading – “Book of Healthy Life”.
Whichever stage in life we are at right now, with time, we will face the day when the curtain comes down.
Treasure Love for your family, love for your spouse, love for your friends…
Treat yourself well. Cherish others.” – Steve Jobs
Yours in good and loving health, Kev
8 comments
That was so powerful Kevin. Thanks for sharing. The blog is fantastic!
Good morning Kevin,
A good friend forward me your blog, thank you for sharing Steve’s words…it is so true and a daily reminder to slow down, enjoy life, be with family and the people that mean so much to you. I wish everyone a Happy Healthy Canada Day weekend and wish that everyone is surround by love, good food (of course) and peace. We are truly blessed to live in Canada and should celebrate our freedom.
Very immpactful! Definitely words to “live” by. Thanks for sharing Kevin!
Fantastic.
Hi Kevin. I am going to,try again.
Thank you for posting the information about Steve Jobs. I am surprised that such an intelligent man could end his life in such a state.
I have noticed that there are people who spend their whole lives building a financial empire or creating a persona to impress people, while neglecting those who love and care for them.
Thank you Kevin for reminding us of the importance of friends and family….
Good advice that we all need to heed, in the busyness of life. Thanks for sharing, Kevin.
FYI This was proven to be a hoax years ago. Steve Jobs never said any of this. It’s fake.
Yes I had heard this after i published it. Having said that, I still really like the message. Thanks for your comments, Kev