WHy didn’t i do that?

We all have thoughts, ideas, and dreams about our future. You may want to own a company, get a promotion, make a lot of money, start a foundation, buy a house, get a master’s or PHD, teach a course, travel the world, run a marathon, learn how to play a musical instrument, make a documentary, visit all of the national parks…

But what if you didn’t do any of those things? What if you chose to ignore your ideas or dreams, sidelining them indefinitely? How would you feel?

You may find yourself wondering why you didn’t take that leap, start that project, or pursue that passion. Over time, the missed opportunities could weigh heavily on your mind, leading to a sense of dissatisfaction or even resentment. Without following through, you might never fully understand your true potential or discover what you’re truly capable of achieving.

Regrets can be powerful and persistent emotions that linger long after opportunities have passed. When you set aside your dreams and ideas, the initial sense of comfort in avoiding risk or uncertainty might be quickly replaced by a nagging sense of “what could have been.”

Regrets can manifest in different ways...