by Judith Stafford | Oct 6, 2023 | Becoming a Wise Woman
How to make regrets work for you instead of against you I am reading a book called Living Your Unlived Life by Robert A. Johnson, and it has got me thinking about all the things I wanted to do with my life. That and a big birthday next year have made me reflect on what I wish I’d done differently. Overall, I think my life has turned out pretty well, but I sometimes think about those paths I didn’t take. Edith Piaf and Robbie Williams may have sung about having no regrets, but realistically, everybody has some regrets. There is a biological reason for all our emotions, and regrets are no different. Even though they can cause sorrow, regrets can be a positive force if you use them to learn to make better decisions. What are the biggest regrets people have? There is a common theme to the regrets women (and men) have when they get to their 50s. Health – not looking after yourself Money – not saving enough or spending wisely Romance – staying with the wrong person Travel – not seeing enough of the world Friends – not keeping in touch with people Research has shown that you regret things you have done in the short term, but in the long term, you regret actions you didn’t take the most. Mainly, these relate to missed opportunities, not taking risks or being bold enough. Ironically, the more opportunities you have, the more likely you will have regrets. The older you get, the more regrets focus on living a more authentic life, making a difference and having a...
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