"Better to burn out than rust out"

The quote "Better to stress out than rust out" by Neil Young means that it is more preferable to end life while still active and living passionately than to age and tired while leading a dull and unfulfilling presence. Neil Young is advocating for living one's life to the fullest and not wasting time on a boring regular or being too cautious in pursuit of one's dreams. The message is about welcoming danger and possibility, taking chances, and living life to the absolute fullest without reservation. It's a call to action to live extensive, and not just exist.