I practice a version of maranasati, in which I mindfully envision each of the following states: 1. I feel my competence declining 2. Those close to me begin to notice that I am not as sharp as I used to be 3. Other people receive the social and professional attention I used to receive 4. I have to decrease my workload and step back from daily activities I once completed with ease 5. I am no longer able to work 6. Many people I meet do not recognize me or know me for my previous work 7. I am still alive, but professionally I am no one 8. I lose the ability to communicate my thoughts and ideas
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