Happier with Gretchen Rubin More Happier: How Regret Can Make You Happier [Revisited]
May 3, 2025
Regret might be uncomfortable, but it can actually boost our happiness. The hosts share personal stories illustrating how reflecting on past decisions leads to valuable insights. They discuss different types of regrets and the role of self-compassion in acknowledging them. By examining missed opportunities and life lessons, they highlight how regret can guide us towards making better choices. Ultimately, embracing regret can foster personal growth and deeper connections with ourselves and others.
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Puppy Regret Changed Perspective
- Gretchen Rubin regretted not enjoying her first puppy's tiny puppyhood more due to worrying about training.
- This regret helped her appreciate and savor the puppyhood of her new dog, Taffy more fully.
Regret as a Valuable Signal
- Negative emotions like regret act as important signals that something isn't right.
- They can motivate action and change that improve happiness.
Use Regret to Guide Choices
- Anticipate how future you might regret present actions to guide better decisions now.
- Reflect on past regrets to learn lessons and improve future happiness.
