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What does it mean?
Regret and guilt are unproductive emotions that waste valuable time.
In plain terms
Do not waste time on regret.
What can you take from it?
Move forward without dwelling on the past.

Where it applies

  • making mistakes
  • career choices
  • personal growth

Putting it to work

  • focusing on future goals
  • letting go of guilt

Questions to consider

  • What do you regret?
  • Is it useful?

Another view

Some regret can be a useful learning tool.

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