Moreover, whatever we decide about the meaning of our extended lives, we also need to find ways of preparing ourselves and our loved ones to face the permanent demise of our own consciousness, of our unique presence in this world. And we need to know how to die in a dignified way that allows us to achieve tranquillity of mind and is of comfort to those who survive us. Massimo Pigliucci, How to Be a Stoic: Using Ancient Philosophy to Live a Modern Life, loc. 129. Kindle Edition