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According to Wellman, research clearly shows that most people regret the paths they didn’t take rather than the mistakes they made along the way. “Reframing mistakes (that may or may not be ripe for judgment) as evidence of a life well lived can also be motivating. Giving a goal a try and coming close usually feels better than the wistfulness of not trying at all.”
Wellman pointed out that we shouldn’t be so concerned with other people judging us. The reality is that they don’t harshly judge us for the mistakes we make. “If anything, they deep down feel a bit of envy for not taking risks themselves. Most of us can live with that kind of judgment!” she said.
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The founder of ‘Four Thousand Mondays’ shared a few thoughts with us on dealing with regret. “It is sometimes helpful to reflect on the research that regrets of commission—the things we did and wished we hadn’t—tend to haunt us less over time than the regrets of omission—the things we wish we had taken action on but didn’t,” she said.
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You’ll find some more in-depth insights about living to the fullest on the ‘Four Thousand Mondays’ site, as well as in the book ‘You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets.’
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Let’s be real: life often gets in the way of, well, enjoying life. From work and school to parenting and chores, we’ve got tons of responsibilities on our shoulders. It’s often hard to find the time or the energy to do something fresh and interesting when you’re exhausted, crave sleep, and want a moment’s peace.
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If you’re chronically tired, burned out from work, or constantly anxious, you may want to schedule an appointment with your doctor or therapist. They might be able to give an outsider’s perspective on what you can change in your life to have more energy and focus.
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In a similar vein, someone who steps out of their comfort zone to meet new people is bound to have far more intriguing experiences than a person who works at home and spends all of their free time glued to their screens. These small habits add up very quickly over time, whether to our benefit or detriment.
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This probably won’t happen overnight. You’ll change your lifestyle step by step. However, this incremental change won’t happen at all if you’re not willing to alter your current routine in any way. So, if you’re not living your ideal life, ask yourself what is one thing you could change today to get closer to it. Maybe that way you’ll have some interesting stories of your own to tell in the near future.
What stories can you not wait to tell your kids when they’re just a bit older, dear Pandas? What do you do to live a meaningful and purposeful life? Tell us all about it in the comments.
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