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4 kinds of regret -- and what they teach you about yourself | Daniel H. Pink
May 24, 2022
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- There are four core regrets that keep coming up: foundation regrets (not saving money, neglecting health), boldness regrets (not taking chances), moral regrets (doing the wrong thing), and connection regrets (not reaching out in relationships).
- Regret can be a useful tool for younger people to motivate them to make better decisions in the future, but as people get older, holding onto regrets can have harmful effects and diminish the quality of life.
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The Four Core Regrets
Regret is a misunderstood emotion that can actually make us better if treated properly. The speaker collected 16,000 regrets from people in 105 countries, and found that there are four core regrets that keep coming up: foundation regrets (not saving money, neglecting health), boldness regrets (not taking chances), moral regrets (doing the wrong thing), and connection regrets (not reaching out in relationships). These regrets reveal what people value most in life: stability, the opportunity for growth and adventure, doing the right thing, and meaningful connections.
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