Regretfully Yours (Part 1)

Regret is one of our most powerful feelings and regrettably one of the most misunderstood. Regret covers a myriad of circumstances from wishing we would have eaten oatmeal instead of the cinnamon danish this morning for breakfast to feeling remorse for not telling a loved one how much we loved them before they died. The Four Categories of Regret: 1. Foundational Regrets - did not make choices that give enough stability and security Not saving enough money or not paying attention to health. "If only I had more…" 2. Boldness Regrets - did not take a chance on doing something I should have Starting a business, not asking someone out, not speaking up "If only took a risk …" People who took risks and failed still were glad they took the risk because it taught them something 3. Moral Regret - did something they should not have or did not do something they should have Affairs, bullying, stealing, cheating "If I had that decision back I would have…" 4. Connection Regrets - did not stay in touch and as a result we drifted apart. Disassociated with family and/or friends "If I would have stayed connected to…" It is not too late to reach out and awkwardness is most often rewarding to those who take the initiative.