An acronym for “Life Is Fantastic,” LIF has its roots in ancient Greek philosophy. It has evolved over time to be included in the 21st century jargon of highly intelligent, laid-back, fun, and fashion-forward people of all ages and backgrounds who believe that a life well-lived is a life spent enjoying one’s family, friends, community, and the things that make each of us happy.
History:
Socrates (469 BC-399 BC): “Not life, but a LIFE THAT IS FANTASTIC, is to be chiefly valued.” Sadly, the guy translating this from Greek made it “Not life, but good life,” and we all know that fantastic beats good - in any language!
Wall Street executives, AIG conventioneers, and those voted off Survivor prior to injury or illness taking them out: "LIF!"
LIF is an acronym that comes from the 4 day Kairos retreat. One the forth day you are supposed to live out Christ's message for you. After the retreat, many of the people tell each other of "Live the Forth" or the fourth day of retreat. They can also use "LIF"
(Adj) To raise one thigh or buttocks prior to releasing built up gas in the lower intestine. Other wise known as "lifting up", lif'up is used in only emergency situations and is accompanied by a covering of the nose and mouth with both hands, thus preventing any lif'up residue from penetrating the nasal or oral cavity.