How to avoid regret…
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Summary
- I believe that regretting a missed opportunity is actually worse than failing at one.
- Regret means you keep thinking about what could have been, saying things like, "I would have, I could have, I should have."
- When you hold onto regret, you take your attention away from what matters—taking action on the next opportunity and staying productive.
- If I decide to say no to an opportunity, I always try to do it without regret.
- I focus on looking forward instead of getting stuck on the past, because that's how I stay effective and avoid wasting my time and energy.
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How To Take Action
I would suggest focusing on moving forward rather than looking back at missed opportunities. It’s easy to get stuck thinking, “I could have done this,” or “I should have done that,” but that just wastes valuable energy. Instead, a good way of handling missed chances is to let go of regret as soon as you notice it. Remind yourself that everyone misses opportunities sometimes, and what really matters is how you handle the next one.
For a small business or anyone working on personal growth, I’d recommend setting a rule to reflect on decisions just once, learn what you can, and then intentionally shift your attention to new actions. If you choose to say no to something, make it a conscious choice, and stand by it. Trust that more opportunities will show up, especially when you’re focused, present, and taking action.
To make this practical, whenever you notice regret or “what if” thoughts creeping in, write them down on a piece of paper—then cross them out and write one thing you can do today to move forward. This is a low-cost, high-value move that helps stop regret from taking over your day. Remember, your energy is best spent looking for and acting on what’s next, not stuck on what’s past. That’s how you keep growing and moving closer to your goals.
