I Nearly Lost My Life…
The previous night, I was involved in a car accident, and at the moment of impact, Â my whole life literally flashed before me.
Never mind the fact that one of my favorite cars, the Fairlady Z got smashed.Â
I’m just so eternally grateful that my beloved wife and myself were completely unscathed in the episode.
The frailty of life…
One minute you could be cruising along, feeling on top of the world, and then BAM, the next minute you’re reminded of your delicate mortality and how everything in your life can take a full 360 change in a matter of seconds.
I’m still shocked and somewhat traumatized.
Maybe if it’s any consolation, Cristiano Ronaldo smashed his Ferrari the same day as well.
Oh well, I’ll guess my wife and I will just take the weekend to heal and add this incident to my “money truly isn’t everything” files.
Your comments?
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Glad you and your wife were unharmed from the accident.
Corey Rudl could have been watching you from above, not wanting another internet marketing superstar to end up in a similar fate as him…
On another note, I thought you drive a Jaguar?
Hi, Jo.
I am happy and grateful that nothing happened to you and your wife. Yeah, never mind you favorite car. What is important is that you are safe.
Mentors like you should not leave newbies like me early. You have contributed much to the internet marketing world by sharing your expertise.
Let us keep positive about everything that happens to us in our lives. There is always a purpose for everything.
Jo Han, Glad to hear you and your wife are OK.
Sometimes we are given reminders in not so pleasant ways that every moment is a gift.
We count are blessings and then give back.
We get a new chance to make a difference and we get to see everything with a bit more clarity.
I hope for you the best of everything and that you do count those blessings and stop to smell the coffee.
Stephen
JHM,
Wow, I can totally relate. Had a similar incident a month ago. After a great day with business associates and family I was driving home down a commonly taken main street in our city. In a split second a large Cadillac cut across in front of me from a parking lot exit. He crossed my path and while trying to stop, As you say, a million thoughts pass before your eyes. Since I had no ability to stop in time, I was going to hit him, and the thought of T-boning him on his drivers door led to some tragic thoughts. Fortunately I was able to brake enough to reduce impact so he was not seriously hurt. Both vehicles were heavily damaged. My foot was compressed from extending to the floor board and braking.
All this cause he was in a hurry to go to the local quick mart.
What were you thinking? I asked.
He had further grief as it was his girlfriend’s father’s car. I would have liked to been there for that discussion.
My point? No matter how safe you try to make yourself, we are still subject to the ignorance of others. So we have to live each day as if it could be our last. Cherish our family and embrace the moments we have. It can all change in an instant.
I am glad you and your wife are OK. Sad about the car. But hopefully a talented repair folk can restore it to its past brilliance.
Continued success in your IM businesses and look forward to hearing more great advice and ideas.
There is a valuable lesson here…
I know how you feel as I too had experience. May you and your wife recover fast from the incident.
*Corey Rudl, Gob Bless You.
Glad you’re okay man! Makes a guy think for sure, this must mean your mission is not complete yet so be thankful:)
Hi Jo Han,
It takes an event like this to remind us about the frailty of life (to use your words) and how things can take “a full 360 change in a matter of seconds”. After a while, we go on in life (including “feeling on top of the world”) and tend to forget. Sometimes it seems we should not be reminded by a “close shave” such as what you went through to bring us back to our realisation … rather, we should live each moment taking care and being aware of the value of life. But we tend to forget …
I write the above also for myself. Your sharing is also a “wake up call” to me. Thanks. I am sure you and your wife will heal over the weekend. But the realisation of “frailty of life” should not scare us into living for what is good and living life to the full … as in pursuit of money (vs. your “money truly isn’t everything†thought) and the finer pleasures of life …. I am sure you two will be back into life with a new view and be enriched by the learning (if I may use that word).
Take care .. I am sure you do … but on the down-to-earth stand, the other guy or the mechanical / physical surroundings may not be caring favorable as much .. so I think we have to try to remind ourselves to “drive defensively” as the worldly ritual goes
Peter
Its not until we kiss death that we put things into perspective and nothing is more important than family.
Stay Safe man
Hey Jo Han,
Very happy to hear that you and your wife were virtually unharmed.
She’ll be a little jumpy for a while.
5 years ago, I rear-ended someone with my wife (then girlfriend) in the car, and to this day she still is a bit jumpy when I’m driving.
I’m not a bad driver, I swear
God Bless You and your Wife.
All the best,
Jason
Life is precious! Count your blessings.
Glad to hear you & your wife are fine and that your child wasn’t with you at the time.
All the best,
Deborah
Dear Jo Han,
I’m really relieved to know you’re alright.
Amazing thing is, 20 minutes prior to reading your post – I watched something amazing.
I have watched a video on TED and just had to share it with the few people I know who has influence in this world.
You’re one of the people I respect.
So it’s my pleasure to share this with you. I hope you will get a lot from it:
http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/rick_warren_on_a_life_of_purpose.html
Godspeed,
Chong Xin Yun Seth
Im glad you are both alright and weren’t injured. Shame about the 350z they are nice cars, might have to trade it in for a gtr now!
Nick
Glad that you are alright. Life can change out of a sudden. Thank God that your wife and you have been blessed. Never mind about the car, it still can be bought or repaired.
Charles
Hi Jo Han,
Glad to hear that you’re all right. I lost my brother in an auto accident back in 2003. He hit a signpole.
Drive safely,
Edward
hi jo han,
glad to know that everyone is safe…and you can continue to regale us with your copywriting skills.
i caught you at AIC, which btw, so inspired me that I am writing a book about Asia’s Internet gurus now…I think Jaz & Ben told you about it.
I also did a little blurb about you in my blog, http://www.bossofmesingapore.blogspot.com Have a look if you can & let me know your thoughts
Hi Jo Han,
It’s good to know that you and your wife are both fine. Welcome back.
Corey Rudl is not as lucky……hope you will make it a point to do a yearly charity works to help others – as a sign of thanksgiving – for being alive.
Jerry
Glad to hear nobody got hurt, not you, your wife or any third party.
Cars can be always bought or fixed that’s why we have third-party motor insurances.
But you have only one life
BR,
Markku
Hi Jo Han
Thanks for sharing. I wish you both speedy recovery and give God thanks you weren’t seriously hurt.
Eunice
Bro, glad to know you and your wife are OK. Good thing your little kid is not with you…
You guys take care always! And just buy another Fairlady Z.
Keep in touch…
Ian del Carmen
Hi Jo Han and Joey,
Glad to hear that you and Joey is safe.
Hope you all can recover fast from the experience.
Take good care!
Yew Heng
THANKS GOD YOU AND YOUR WIFE ARE SAFE.
TAKE CARE GOD ALWAYS WITH YOU.
ARLENE
Och… I know the feeling. Yesterday i was skiing and missed a turn.
one minute skiing alone having fun, the next minute, unconscious. I guess i was moving
pretty quickly – totally shattered my goggles and my head still hurts.
the odd thing is i don’t even remember getting down to the first aid station at the bottom
of the mountain.
the really scary part was how much i don’t remember…
anyway, that was a long winded way of saying – I know the feeling.
glad you and your wife are okay
Paul Sterling
http://www.yoursitereportcard.com
Hi Jo Han,
Good to know your both alright after your accident.
If you need to find a home for that lovely car just let me know
Might cost a bit to export it to the UK though
I was a mechanic for many years and that would be great project to work on..
Take care my friend,
Ken.
You got into an accident and are now playing it up as if you nearly died. Come on.
Zmax
Thanks god Jo Han.
Hope everything will get back to normal soon,
but I believe one thing will never be the same anymore.
Which is :
Be grateful everyday for great gift we have each and every day.
Take care
Suwandi Chow
Hi
I guess as all rich pple they lied and cheat some way or the big way…. this story may juz be a make up thingy…….. guess you got nothing else to write so got the idea from Cristiano …….. don’t try to explain………
I’m glad you and your wife are both safe!
Not to get all metaphysical on you, but, there is no such thing as an accident, or coincidence. We all create our own reality. I’m sure there is a big lesson in all of this.
Hi, Johan and Joey…
Thank you for being ALIVE….
I say that on your child and your family’s behalf.
There are many things in your plans that have not finished, isn’t it ?
You wouldn’t just leave stuffs and things like that, Right ?
Upon experiencing what had happen. at least we are a Survivor in our Life…lol…
Some say, You are very Lucky… You know!!
Regardless should you drive or pedestrian, if we can walk out alive from what has happened, it only means that we have more important tasks in our lives to complete.
At each happenings, comes with a lesson learnt during and after. Should we have realised that something is our own divine way of learning.
It’s just a small reminder that has reminded us of something that how far that we have arrive to this level of Achievements as we have enjoyed. And out of sudden, an impact arrives.
If we have never experienced such happenings, we are in shock and dazzle upon what we can do and how we can move forward as we learn through the process…
If we have been through that, we know what comes next as we found a solution to that.
In short,
it’s never too late to realize that Life is about Sharing, Experience, Appreciation, Realization, Collaboration and Happiness.
SEARCH is something that we already know through our growing years in life in this Universe.
You are a GIFT with ability / skills/ talents that by nature, you have been created for a purpose and a cause.
Just wana say,
Thank you for being a Teacher, a Mentor to your students and a Father to your growing child.
A New Year, A new beginning….as we create a episode of happenings in our Life. Giving and Sharing opportunities with abundance of Joy, Wealth and Discoveries For the Joy with others and Self Achievements.
A message that I have shared above as it is, I hope it’s simple for you to understand. There isn’t any sales Pitch here….
No Upsell event. Not even SEO…..for goodness sake.
Just the basic principle of SEARCH……
It’s about LIFE…
It’s about YOU…
Take care, brother.
I Salute you.
Best Wishes, to your family…
Derek Chia
Jo Han and Joey,
Thank God you are both still alive…. God did send his Angel to protect you both. Stay safe and out of the fast lane in Gods Grace..
Always the best to you both and all your family,
Daniel..
Hey Bro (yellow renegade)
So glad to hear that you guys are ok!
Stay safe, happy new year, hopefully I’ll get to see you soon
Devon
(black renegade)
Hey Jo Han,
Glad to hear you and your wife are safe. We need people like you in the world so take care.
Your photo spooked me a little because my brother-in-law has the exact same car and is the same color.
Makes you stop and think about life doesn’t it?
Take care my friend.
Scott
Hi Jo Han,
Glad you and your wife are fine
Do take some time off and enjoy life and takes things easier 
Like u said money is not everything 
Alvin Phang
Hi Jo han,
Nice to know you and your family are safe and sound
and escaped without serious injury.
Count your blessings.
Glad to hear you and your family are okay. I am reminded that many folks are taking chances.
In california, many folks don’t bother to stop at stop signs. Some folks think that a yellow light mean “petal to the metal”. What is scarry is the amount of drinking and drugs while driving that we have today.
Because I rode a motor cycle a lot in my youth, I automatically learned self defense driving skills. I find my self calculating interception points and also asking myself, what do I do if “he/she” pulls out in front of me. Don’t swerve for any animal, ever. Me and my family might be in the other lane and you just killed us, for a dog? (don’t swerve – ever)
There is no defence for the side street collision! Don’t jump the light just because it’s green. Look at how many folks are still in the intersection when the light is green for you.
There is no guarantee of tomorrow for any of us! We must be cautious , aware and aleart. Even more so with our family in the car. A short prayer before you drive can help.
May God bless you and your family. I am glad your still here! Be safe
Ernie – Fontana ,CA
Hi Jo Han,
fyi… That image of wrecked Fairlady caught my attention first!
Then I read that your’re the driver.
My guess of what might have happened on that fatefull night is…:
-> There are huge billboard advertisement along the stretch of road you’re traveling.
-> You being a marketer, are naturally inclined to note some clever marketing message that caught your attention.
-> In a split second, you attention were divided between the road and a clever headline in the billboard advert.
My milliondollar question is….
Drum roll… pleaze.
–> What Is That Headline That Caught YOUR Attention?
Thank You..
Rhodes Kingsfield
Stage Hypnotist