DEALING WITH LIFE'S REGRETS

Written By Ndidi Adekunle

DEALING WITH LIFE'S REGRETS

We all make mistakes, and it's normal to look back on certain decisions or actions and wish we could have done things differently. While regret can be a source of negative emotions, it can also be a valuable tool for personal growth and self-improvement.

Take for instance, not taking advantage of opportunities; not pursuing a certain career path, not traveling to a certain place, or not starting a desired relationship with someone special. These types of regret can be particularly difficult to deal with because they involve missed chances that can never be regained.

Also, we often regret not speaking up in situations where we've been mistreated or taken advantage of, particularly painful when we realize that speaking up could have prevented negative consequences for ourselves or others.

We also regret not taking care of ourselves; neglecting our health, not making time for hobbies and activities that bring joy. Let these remind us to prioritize self-care and make time for the things that are important to us.

Regret, isn't always a bad thing. It can serve as a learning experience and help us make better choices in the future. The key is to use regret as a way to reflect on our past actions and then make positive changes onwards.

Practicing acceptance and forgiveness, is key. Instead of dwelling on the past, we focus on the present and take steps to move forward. Also, it's important to understand that regret is a normal part of the human experience and that everyone experiences it at some point in their lives.

What more can we say? Regret can be a source of negative emotions, but it can also be a valuable tool for personal growth and self-improvement. It's important to use regret as a way to reflect on our past actions and to make positive changes, practising acceptance and forgiveness. Let's be mindful of your actions, learn from our mistakes and make the best of our present and future.

Ndidi Adekunle

Ndidi Olamide Adekunle, the Lord's Handmaiden as she likes to be remembered, is first a woman hungry for the truth of God, then a loving wife to a Missionary Evangelist, mother to three growing kids, a Consultant for the Education industry in her country Nigeria, and an Intentional Parenting advocate.

In that order.

She's had her fair share of  life's trials and tests and has come to know for herself without a doubt, the efficacy of God's word given to man, and of the blood of Jesus shed for man.

Having come to understand also, that the mind and heart of Abba Father, is an intimate relationship with His people. As such, His standing plan for the restoration of all things, to man, here on earth, and ultimately in the New Creation.

Where sin abounds, His grace doth much more abound.

This she knows, is Truth and desires that all may come to the same practical understanding, and together we may walk in it, and grow in it.

So help us God.



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