Handbook for the Recently Deceased
Embracing the Abyss: Navigating Life's Uncharted Deals
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it can't get much worse but it won't get better
Despite the current situation being bad, there's no hope for improvement.
and we've played our parts
We've fulfilled our roles or obligations.
so how can this be all we've ever expected from a deal we never accepted
Expressing dissatisfaction with life outcomes resulting from an unwanted agreement or situation.
so disregard and disobey
Suggesting a rebellious attitude by ignoring and defying expectations.
it cuts so deep
The pain is significant and emotionally impactful.
but we still try to hold on til we burn out hard
Despite the agony, there's an attempt to persevere until complete exhaustion.
dim the lights
Metaphorical instruction to reduce visibility or significance.
just victims lost to the perfect crime
We're merely casualties of circumstances, victims of an impeccable scheme or situation.
and we aren't the first but we know better
Acknowledging the existence of others who've experienced similar situations but possess more knowledge.
when we're dead and gone
Referencing the inevitability of death.
it might not be so hard to come to accept it
Suggesting that acceptance of death might become easier over time.
if we just knew when to expect it
If the timing of death was known, life could be lived differently, possibly with more enjoyment in the afterlife.
we could have the time of our afterlives
Expressing the potential for a fulfilling afterlife given the opportunity.
it gets harder to second guess
It becomes increasingly challenging to predict or anticipate outcomes.
when you don't know what you believe
When uncertain about beliefs, decision-making becomes difficult.
and you're reaching out for something
Seeking something meaningful or substantial due to fear of insignificance.
because you're scared of being nothing at all
Fear of non-existence motivates the search for significance.
so disregard and disobey
Reiterating the disregard and defiance of expectations despite the pain.
it cuts so deep
Emphasizing the depth of emotional pain despite resistance.
but we still try to hold on til we burn out hard
Persisting despite emotional pain until total exhaustion or collapse.
dim the lights
Symbolically reducing visibility or significance as a coping mechanism.
just victims lost to the perfect crime
Reiteration of being casualties or victims in a flawless scheme or situation.
we don't know what to believe
An admission of uncertainty regarding beliefs or ideologies.
and we're scared of being nothing at all
Expressing fear of non-existence or insignificance.
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