• Regret, Loneliness, and Good Things To Come

  • Dec 21 2023
  • Length: 9 mins
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Regret, Loneliness, and Good Things To Come

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  • Podcast 77: Regret, Loneliness, and Good Things To Come

    In this episode, Nathan discusses the experience of regret and provides a deeper exploration of the feelings that arise during the holiday season. He urges the listener to not dwell on past mistakes and instead embrace the learning opportunities they provide. Reinforcing this point, Nathan quotes John Greenleaf Whittier and Henry David Thoreau about regret. Nathan discusses the choices we make, and the importance of accepting responsibility for these choices to gain personal power and influence outcomes. He suggests that, instead of trying to erase past experiences, it is healthier and more fruitful to make those experiences meaningful. Nathan concludes with a reflection on the story of the baby prophesied by Isaiah, who grew to suffer for humanity, and offer hope and healing. He encourages listeners to look forward with faith, learning from past mistakes, and celebrate hope this Christmas.


    00:01 Introduction: Contemplating Regret

    00:40 Understanding the Downward Spiral of Regret

    01:40 The Dangers of Dwelling on 'It Might Have Been'

    02:21 The Complexity of Choices and Regret

    03:37 Taking Responsibility for Our Choices

    04:31 Dealing with Regrets of Unmade Choices

    05:11 Turning Regret into a Learning Experience

    05:49 The Importance of Moving Forward from Regret

    06:09 Finding Meaning in Loneliness and Difficulty

    06:39 Finding Hope in the Story of Christmas

    08:02 Conclusion: Embracing the Future with Hope


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