What is a Takeaway?

The idea of a takeaway comes from the book, "Generation X: Tales for an Accelerated Culture." It's a story or moment in your life that you felt most alive. It is not something you bought, or just the greatest moment, either. Instead, it's the most real experience you've been through. It's the moment you knew you were on this earth.

Here's an excerpt from Coupland's book that details more:

"After you're dead and buried and floating around whatever place we go to, what's going to be your best memory of earth? What one moment for you defines what it's like to be alive on this planet. What's your takeaway?

Fake yuppie experiences that you had to spend money on, like white water rafting or elephant rides in Thailand don't count.

I want to hear some small moment from your life that proves you're really alive."
~Douglas Coupland, "Generation X"

So there you have it. We would love for you to post your takeaways anonymously on here. Hope you enjoy reading everyone else's, too.