Living in Regret? Here’s How Not To

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When life is going on and you don’t know if you are on the right path

When disappointment occurs because you believe you deserve better

When feelings arise of dissatisfaction from fear of failure

When thoughts are twirling in your mind of who/where you ought to be

You, like me, will probably think in terms of these phrases “what if?” “why?” “When?” “Will I ever?”.

The possibilities are endless in this realm. But the possibilities have always been endless. You are yet to know it but you are right where you are meant to be.

How can I not live in regret?

1. Live: I mean really live. Live hard. Live well. Do the hard things that you know will be the most rewarding. Do what you need to do when you can. The subsequent points will break this down for you:
2. Choose Gratitude: The best way to live in regret is to ignore what you have and where you are now. It’s a constant battle. You can regret not getting the car you always wanted, not living in a better house, not getting a better job, nor having more stability. Or you can roll with the punches, look around you, and smell the coffee (I don’t drink or like coffee but I see how excited some people get. You’re welcome). You can see that you have shelter, you have friends…