How will you die / what is your exit strategy?

[Scary Guy]

58 minutes ago, Stu said:

Having a fear instinct isn't the same as knowing of or contemplating death.  Yes, some higher animals, like elephants, seem to grasp the idea, but my bet is that they're in the minority.

I have a theory on animal intelligence.  I think that the more intelligent a creature is, the more delicious it is.  That's why pork is so damned tasty!  😄

 

I really like this guy's talks.  We (as in the general public) really understand so little about animals and differently evolved creatures.

This is pretty good too, and actually more on topic:

But you are right, they generally don't worry about it until it happens.  Though I think some can sense it coming if they get real sick/weak.

Honestly I think about my own mortality constantly.  Ignorance in a way really is bliss.