Regret is a useful indicator

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Regret is a useful indicator that can help us learn, evolve, and improve our future behavior. It is an essential component of healthy living and has not evolved out of our bodies and brains because of its usefulness. Embracing our regrets can make us better negotiators, problem solvers, parents, and strategists. It brings more meaning to our lives by clarifying what's important to us and instructing us on how to do better. The mindset of 'no regrets' is counterproductive as it implies a lack of growth, learning, and improvement.

What do you regret in your life? Are there things you wish you’d done – or not done? Society tells us not to look back and instead to focus on the positive, but could sitting with the discomfort of a regret allow us to grow?

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Today's clip is from episode 248 of the podcast with author and expert in human behaviour, Daniel Pink.

Dan asserts that regret is a misunderstood and useful emotion that, when used correctly, can help us lead happier and more fulfilled lives. In this clip, he explains how to make mistakes your superpower.

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