They say that life begins at 40. What is your greatest fear when you will reach that age? - Quora

Answer: Well, I'm in my (very early) 40s.​ And I'll tell you what my fears wer.​.​.​ Top Stories from Your Feed Your Quora Digest They say that life begins at 40. What is your greatest fear when you will reach that age? Alexandra Damsker, Entrepreneur, recovering lawyer, maker of good things (chiefly my 6 yr old girl) 493.5k views Well, I'm in my (very early) 40s. And I'll tell you what my fears were and are, and how rational they've proven to be. As a female, I'll be brave enough to admit that my ... Read More » What is it like, as a teen, to have to tell your parents that you're pregnant? Inga Dahl 15.6k views I remember the day like it was yesterday! At 16 I’d found out I was pregnant and had been to see (the guy I thought was) my boyfriend (at the time) because I hadn’t seen him...  Read More » From a recent session Is it likely that Merrick Garland will be confirmed by the end of President Obama's second term? Valerie Jarrett, Senior Advisor to President Barack Obama 5.6k views Let’s step back for a second, because it really is unprecedented that we are in the position to ask that question at all. When there is a vacancy on the Supreme Court, our ...  Read More » Why do people like dogs? Tony Willis 188.5k views Because no human has ever looked at me with 100% trust like my dog Josie. She thinks I hung the moon and never seems to notice my many flaws. Even if I disappoint her she nev...  Read More » Can I contact any Google employee via email at *firstnamelastname*@google-com? Kim Hazelwood 13.3k views No, this is not the email naming scheme in place at Google. When you start at Google, they ask you what you'd like your ID to be. You can choose anything you want as long a...  Read More » What is the craziest thing a parent has said in defense of their child? Shulamit Widawsky, Science, Psychology, Philosophy, G-d, Life, Giftedness, Writing... 66.1k views As a teen, I was visiting at my boyfriend’s family’s home during a family holiday. Lots of relatives around. I was walking up the stairs, and a 4yo very rambunctious cousin... Read More » What happens to cadavers after medical students are done with them? Daniel Lim 65.8k views "I will give you my body to experiment; you can make as many mistakes on me, but never make a mistake on the patient." In Taiwan, there is a group of medical universities ... Read More » What do police think when they pull someone over who has a concealed handgun license? Jon Lunsford 537.1k views I recall being in the passenger seat with my best friend late one night. He was a licensed CCW holder and his 1911 was under my seat at the time. He unwisely attempted to l...  Read More » What is the strangest thing that happened to you as a foreigner in China? John Jerles, Father, Husband, Computer Geek, Amateur Photographer, Gamer, World Traveler 41.6k views This is my favorite “China” story. Back when I first moved to China I had a craving for non-Chinese food. So my Chinese wife, her mother and I went to a restaurant appropria...  Read More » Why is it bad for the UK that they left the EU when Norway and Switzerland never joined and they are doing just fine? Jason Li, researcher 166.7k views It is a serious question, and it deserves a serious response. It boils down to two things. Norway and Switzerland are just fine because of their internal culture and politics...  Read More »   Read More in Your Feed Follow Quora on: Get the App for iOS and Android This email was sent by Quora (650 Castro Street #450, Mountain View, CA 94041). Choose which emails we send you through Email Settings or Unsubscribe.

If I free fall into the ocean after reaching terminal velocity, what are my best opti...? - Quora

Answer: What I was taught by the Coast Guard is that if forced to jump from a.​.​.​ Top Stories from Your Feed Your Quora Digest If I free fall into the ocean after reaching terminal velocity, what are my best options of things to do in order to stay alive? Scott Sakurai, Going silent to protest capricious and slipshod moderation. 467.2k views What I was taught by the Coast Guard is that if forced to jump from a high deck of a ship, do these things: If the ship is leaning to one side, go to the low side and jump f...  Read More » How did Germany manage to keep education free for all (including foreigners) while the United States burdened their young with heavy college debt? Alexander Scholl 82.6k views The German education system is not free. There is just no tuition, students have to pay to attend university. This lack of money is compensated with tax money. As a student ...  Read More » How is Donald Trump going to bring jobs back, if he has his clothing line made in other countries? Tom Groves, HF partner, runner, mnemonist, reader, writer, painter, Sox fan @CuriousBitBob 82.8k views One of the most interesting things about Trump's continuing success is how many people say they're supporting him because "he's the only one telling the truth" or "he is so...  Read More » Do doctors forget most of what they learned in medical school? If so why bother? Kevin Manz, M.D., Ph.D. Candidate • Vanderbilt University 20.9k views You’d be surprised how commonly people make this argument in medical school. It’s crap. The basic science students are “forced” to memorize during their pre-clinical years i...  Read More » What is the minimum salary needed to live a decent life in Silicon Valley? Nathan Claus, multifarious 464.4k views I recently moved to the Palo Alto area as well, with nearly the same thought process about money (be frugal and bank as much green as possible for long-term savings). Let'... Read More » I've heard that veterans don't like hearing "Thank you for your service." Is this true, and if so, what's a better thing to say? Barry Hampe, Grandfather, atheist, writer, pilot, octogenarian, libertarian, sage 53.9k views I've heard that veterans don't like hearing "Thank you for your service." Is this true, and if so, what's a better thing to say? Speaking only for myself: I am a non-combat v...  Read More » Doctors: How do doctors feel when a patient unexpectedly comes close to dying? Gary Larson, Medical Director, Procure Proton Therapy Center, Oklahoma City 15.7k views Terrified! I was working in a busy ER by myself (moonlighting to make extra money during residency). The EMTs brought in a patient who was “found down”. There is a protocol...  Read More » I am a student in 10th grade. I have an 146 IQ. Does this mean that I am smart, or have a good chance of going into a good university? Agenor Portela 209.9k views I had a 156 result in a battery of tests when I was your age. What you can expect is a life of frustration if you don't take things seriously and work hard because you thin...  Read More » How do you get a new job if you have just been fired from Google in less than three months? Joe Francis, Computer Scientist, Fortune 500 Manager, Former US Army Captain 17.4k views I have 18 years of experience managing software developers. I am also 55 years old and I’m going to give you some practical advice. It’s the same advice that I would give t...  Read More » What does it feel like to regret not having kids? Geoffrey Walton, Single father of two amazing sons - Nelson (twelve) and Christian (nine). 36.8k views There was no discussion of children before Christie and I married; she was 34 and I was 51. I knew her first marriage ended due to disagreement over having children, and I ... Read More »   Read More in Your Feed Follow Quora on: Get the App for iOS and Android This email was sent by Quora (650 Castro Street #450, Mountain View, CA 94041). Choose which emails we send you through Email Settings or Unsubscribe.