From now on, little by little, you must prepare yourself to face death. If you devote all of your future energy to living, you will not be able to die well. You must begin to shift gears, a little at a time. Living and dying are, in a sense, of equal value.
In the quote from Haruki Murakami's "After the Quake," the author suggests that individuals should gradually prepare themselves for the inevitability of death while continuing to embrace life. He emphasizes that dedicating all energy solely to living can hinder one's ability to confront death gracefully. Therefore, a balanced approach to both life and death is necessary.
Murakami's perspective highlights the interconnectedness of living and dying, implying that one must acknowledge and...
