'Probably, though, I'd go back to this morning and get the croissant instead of the bagel. I totally blew it.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker regrets choosing a bagel over a croissant, feeling they missed an opportunity.
- In plain terms
- Regret over a small breakfast choice.
- What can you take from it?
- Consider alternatives before deciding.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When does a small choice matter?
- How can we reduce regret?
Another view
The stakes are trivial in the larger picture.
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