Really typical way to start but I believe you only get one life. If things are that bleak I always view death as an option (usually when I become hopeless about the things I can't change). What makes me want to keep living is knowing that some days are better than others. Even if it's just the difference between a bad day and less bad day. I take everyday as an opportunity to learn about what makes me happy and what makes me sad. Then I try and use it to have a better tomorrow. Some things can't be changed, so I try to improve everything else. What scares me more than death is in my final moment knowing I didn't try my best to improve my own life and the lives of others.