I hate funerals and would not attend my own if it could be avoided, but it is well for every man to stop once in a while to think of what sort of a collection of mourners he is training for his final event.

Summary

This quote suggests the aversion of the speaker towards funerals and the hesitation to attend their own. However, it emphasizes the importance of reflecting on the type of people one is influencing and surrounding themselves with, as they will ultimately be the mourners present at their own funeral. It serves as a reminder to consider the impact and legacy that one is leaving behind, prompting introspection and contemplation about the kind of relationships and memories one is building with others.

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