Why do some people fear death and dying?

Question

Be honest... are you one of those people, religious or not? Because I am young and I think life is precious, I don't want die before I accomplish what I plan to have--a full and happy life.
If you aren't afraid of death then why not? I don't know anyone who isn't afraid.

Answer 1

The fear of the unknown.

Why is a dark alley scary? Because you don't know what lies ahead in it. Same thing with death. You don't know what's going to happen to you, so there's a bit of fear.

Answer 2

I can honestly say I don't fear death at all,I have already far outlived the time the Drs. gave me.I am still able to go about the business of living. Even before I went down sick,I was not afraid. I'm in no hurry,it will come soon enough. But I am getting pretty old now,unlike yourself..I have done just about everything I planned on doing,seen a lot of places. Why do I not fear dieing? Because I have utterly no fear of any coming "judgment" without that threat,well,dieing is just as natural as living.

Answer 3

I don't fear death.

I know that I am not my mind or body.

I enjoy the time I have, but there is nothing keeping me here. I am not attached to anything in the world (fiance and family included).

I already have a full and happy life...and no regrets. I'm 33 currently.

~ Eric Putkonen

Answer 4

I think people fear the pain and suffering that usually accompanies death. Most people have big egos also and that part of them fears it's extinction.

Answer 5

alright, i m afraid cos i don't know for sure what will happen once i die. n i don;t think i really want to find

Answer 6

wait til you get older and closer to death then ask yourself this quesiton.