Our own mortality is both a sign of our humanity and proof of our consciousness. Without death life will be without meaning and our own self-worth will be tainted. Understanding death is necessary for an individual to live their best life, and anyone who says otherwise hides from their own fate as well. When we can better understand our place in this world and can embrace our own mortality, we allow ourselves to strive for something greater. Something beyond a belief system or religion, we are able to live how we see fit. Brush aside Thanatophobia, as what you leave behind should serve as an extension of your soul.