'Regrets,' said Martin, 'are the natural property of grey hairs; and I enjoy, in common with all other men, at least my share of such inheritance.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Martin suggests that regrets are a natural part of aging, like grey hair, and that everyone shares in this human experience.
- In plain terms
- Regrets are common as we grow old and everyone experiences them.
- What can you take from it?
- Accept regret as a normal part of the human condition.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do regrets increase with age?
- Is regret necessary for growth?
Another view
Not everyone feels regret in old age.
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