The Gray Area with Sean Illing The case for regret
Apr 11, 2022
In a thought-provoking conversation, Daniel Pink, the author of "The Power of Regret," delves into the unconventional value of regret as an emotion that fosters growth. He distinguishes between productive reflection and destructive wallowing, revealing how understanding our regrets can lead to better decision-making. Pink also discusses the relationship between regret and gratitude, sharing insights on how our past decisions shape our identities. By embracing regret, he argues, we can cultivate self-compassion and strengthen our connections with others.
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Regret's Value
- Regret is a common and useful human emotion, supported by 50 years of science.
- It's often unpleasant because we haven't been treating it right, viewing it as harmful instead of helpful.
Four Core Regrets
- Daniel Pink's World Regret Survey has collected over 20,000 regrets from people across 109 countries.
- Four common regret types emerged: foundation, boldness, moral, and connection regrets, differing in content and whether they stem from action or inaction.
Aging and Regret
- Younger people experience roughly equal action and inaction regrets.
- As people age, inaction regrets become twice as common as action regrets.
