: Firestone notes that death anxiety is often triggered not just by negative events, but also by positive ones. As we find more to value in life—such as love, achievement, or children—the fear of losing those things through death can paradoxically increase, causing some to retreat from being "fully alive" to avoid that pain.
The authors argue that rather than repressing death fears, individuals should strive for : Beyond Death Anxiety: Achieving Life-Affirming ...
Beyond Death Anxiety: Achieving Life-Affirming ... - Goodreads : Firestone notes that death anxiety is often