Why do you live?

**PLEASE REALIZE THIS IS NOT A SUICIDE THREAD; I HAVE NO INTENTIONS WHATSOEVER OF COMMITTING SUICIDE OR INFILICTING ANY PAIN UPON MYSELF**

Im curious as to what exactly all you people, who I would consider to be of reasonable intelligence; live for?
Why is it you decide to get up out of bed everyday and go to work or school or whatever it is you do on a daily basis?
If your answer is anything along the lines of "So I can have a future" What is it about the future that intrigues you? I think basically what im asking is sort of; What exactly is their to live for?

I realize we are at a time in the history of mankind that is about to change dramatically and that technological advances are coming to a point that we have no comprehension of but how does that affect you and whatever it is that you are?

Mmm, I guess I live for people; I get out of bed because I look forward to seeing the people that make me happy, and/or the people who depend on me for something.

I also live for the simple (and sometimes stupid) pleasures, the little things that I'd miss if I didn't live anymore. Like listening to my favorite song or eating something sweet, hehe.

I don't know what you mean about technology... That doesn't cross my mind as something related to why I live.

Interesting topic.

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What is it about the future that intrigues you? I think basically what im asking is sort of; What exactly is their to live for?

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Nothing, I'll die anyway.

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Mmm, I guess I live for people;

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They will die too.

Yes they will, but I don't see how that's relevant.

I live because my life started, and I have no reason to end it willingly. Whatever comes attached to it is irrelevant, but pleasant nonetheless.

At this point in time I am only alive for the sake of my children and husband.

When I am in a better place emotionally, I live for the joys of life: the beauty of nature, deepening understanding of God, the Ministry (door-to-door Bible work, looking for people interested in a Bible study), food :) , exploration and to experience more of this epic story which is humanity.

Curiosity.

And because it can be really fucking fun.

I live cause I can. Why should there be a better explanation?

Habbit, instinct... If I had to think up reasons. To enjoy myself, to see what the future holds in general (wars, peace-yeah right...) and as you mentioned, how far will we get with technology and science. If the contemporary scientists aren't bullshitting, then it will be pretty interesting in a few decades-nanomedicine, quantum computers, stopping aging, flying cars, shiny futuristic garments etc.

Because I can, that's why. Everything is pointless no matter if there's a heaven or hell or Jebus. I want to experience pleasure without crippling my ability to experience pleasure through unwise decisions about my future.

This is an excellent thread, UncommonCold.

I basically live for connections, experiences, and simply ideas.

Connections, because I always look forward to seeing the people I love and love me. Being part of someone's life whom you highly respect and love is a good enough reason to be around I think. The feeling of intimacy with a good friend or a lover is what drives me to make those connections. Also, I am always excited to meet new people, because they help you keep your life diversified and unpredictable. Being able to share this life, that we all perceive differently, with others is what makes life worthy of living in some way. I mean, if we couldn't tell anybody about what we do everyday, or about the major events of our lives, would it be as motivating to live?

Experiences, because they are the highs of life. I have to admit, I'm an experience hunter as well as an adrenaline junkie. I naturally get high every time I do something new or epic. Anywhere from eating a new dish to climbing the biggest mountain in sight. There are so many things to experience in a lifetime...and this thought alone is what floods me with ambition. It's crazy to think that everything we do is a certain combination of many things.
For example, let's say...when we eat a new dish, different areas of our brains are stimulated, while new chemical mixtures are introduced in our system, which leaves us with a certain impression of that dish. That impression is unique, and differs from all other dishes you can taste. Same is true for everything else...new sports, new movies, new abilities, new knowledge...they are all different combinations of what our senses perceive, thus making them sort of "recipes". So in a way, every new possibility is a "recipe" to me, that I can either experience first hand, or miss out on! They're kindda like pokemons (yeah horrible analogy), gotta catch 'em all ! (By the way, dreams play a huge role for this as well. Dreams are like a second, more surreal life, where MANY more things are to be experienced. So not only is life full of exciting new adventures and experiences, but so are dreams. That's a double whammy of fun).

Finally, ideas are also something I live for. Like experiences, we can learn and evolve from ideas. It is with ideas that we move forward and that we make things happen. Ideas are also, oftentimes, representation of the future, which in itself, makes life a blast to live. What is going to happen next? Only one way to find out...by living to the fullest.

i'm going to be honest. i live because i worry about my pets,friends,and family.if everyone of them died suddenly i would most likely commit suicide.and not out of sorrow but out of curiosity because it really bugs me that i don't know what happens after we die.if i didn't commit suicide i would live because i would be curious what my life would be like without anyone i know. and i would never make any new friends because that would ruin the fun.i know i'm weird but hey you wouldn't love me if i was any other way.lol my friend always says that.

Good art, exercise in pleasant weather, stimulating conversation, and moments of wonder (more or less always available). Also, to see what happens :boogie:

Because i have to, i can't stay in bed all day. I go to work because i don't wanna be a bum on the street smelling like human crap, living in a dumpster. I go(went) to school because i had to learn, it was the law when i was young, and i just kept doing it after i could stop if i wished because i was almost done, and i already went far in it. I go out because sometimes staying home is a drag. I work out because i don't wanna be a blimp, i eat because i have to live, same with drink. I talk because i have something to say, even if it's pretty stupid but i work at a place where people say stupid shit all the time.

Nothing has killed me yet.

Why do I live?

In short: consider the alternative.

I put so much more weight in the "better things in life" than I do in the negatives. I live for positivity. I live for the overall experience. I live to experience the creativity of others, in all its forms (movies, music, literature, etc). I live to create, myself. I live to experience new friendships and new relationships. I live for my daughter. I live for my mother. I live to feel love. I live to give love. I live to challenge others' paradigms and cause them to consider their own motives. I live for mental stimulation. I live because I have life, and I'm not ready to give it up yet...

...there are so many reasons...

You know I just finished reading watchmen, and like other classic comics they always make humans out to be so shallow with empty meaningless lives

But I actually find the potential of what a human can achieve in a mere life time really exciting and rewarding. I'm anxious of mankinds future and hope I can be a part of it, so I don't want to die any time soon and miss out

I do believe in the next life after, but I also believe I was born human to experience being human to the fullest. its all about experiencing

I live because I am God and if I were to kill myself it would wipe out existence.

I live for the same reason I read good books. I just want to see what happens next. The cool part is sometimes I can influence what does happen.

What reason is there not to live, I would wonder.

Somehow I got lucky enough to exist, so who am I to be ungrateful?

Besides, the possiblities are seemingly endless. I think that's reason enough to continue the exploration...

I disagree. I will never forgive my parents for creating me.

I ask this question of myself quite a bit, but the answer is inevitable. I live because I guess there is a shred of hope somewhere that life may turn out, though I know it is total bullshit.

I suppose when I get to be about 50 I will sign off; maybe earlier.

I live because I (generally) enjoy life, regardless of how meaningless it may be overall.

I live because I'd rather do that than die

and you never know when you're going to meet a pretty girl

AND

I haven't spent all my money yet

I live to make a difference in peoples' lives. I want to finish school, get my degree, and help other people. How I will do that is still unknown though.

because I've been able to find enough joy that I don't question whether or not I want to live.