No Regrets
 | Author:
Ellie West, Certified NLP Coach/Practitioner Of Hypnosis and Timeline Therapy
Inside Inspiration: Certified NLP Coach/Practitioner Of Hypnosis and Timeline Therapy |
No Regrets
Ellie West, Certified NLP Coach/Practitioner Of Hypnosis and Timeline Therapy
Have you ever experienced - “What was I thinking?”… “Why did I do that?” … “ I can’t believe I said that!” … or “Why didn’t I stand up and say something?” These are all common expressions of regret, and we all have them at some point.
You crumble under pressure or make poor decisions. Perhaps you have let your family down or have a disconnected relationship. Whatever that voice is telling you, it is simply not true. It’s time to declutter your mind and heart and not let those nagging voices haunt you.
Stop blaming God for the “why’s,” God is not your problem; instead of wondering “why,” change your perspective and know that God has a good plan for you. It simply says in Romans 8:28, “Nothing happens to me; it only happens for me because of God’s unconditional love.
We have all experienced regret, yet we can choose to move forward and not hold bitterness next to our hearts because of the poor choices or decisions that we have made.
I was chatting with one of my brothers, and he told me that if he ever wrote a book, it would be called “Regrets.” At that moment, I looked at him and thought about his comment. I could see and almost feel the pain he had experienced over the years. I know some of his stories, which have created pain and filled him with regrets.
Regret is a powerful emotion, but there is good that can come from our regrets. If we learn to process those feelings of regret, we can gain valuable wisdom, insight, and understanding of becoming better and not bitter while making peace with our past.
When we feel regret, it means that we wish we had done things differently or made better choices. It also means that we have learned something from our mistakes or actions and are motivated to change and improve ourselves.
Regret can be an opportunity for reflection, self-awareness, and growth. We can become more accountable and trustworthy by recognizing our mistakes and taking responsibility. We can examine our past actions and decisions, identify what went wrong, and create a plan to do better and not become bitter.
Regret can also be a source of empathy and compassion. When we regret hurting someone or making a wrong decision, we can make amends and show that we care about the other person's feelings. We can learn to listen better, communicate more effectively, and build stronger relationships.
Regret can catalyze positive change and personal growth. It can help us become better versions of ourselves and make meaningful connections with others.
Instead of wallowing in your self-pity and self-defeat, becoming a victim of your regrets, give them to God, and let Him heal your emotions and heart. This will help propel you to move forward to see yourself as God sees you - unconditionally loved with a forgiven past and a bright, beautiful future.
I have made many poor decisions and mistakes during my lifetime, and there have been times when I lived with regrets. But, looking back, I have learned and grown from those decisions that initially gave me a sense of regret. I have realized that how I respond to failure, mistakes, and poor choices will determine my future.
Don't let your regrets define who you are or what your future will be like. Instead, use them as a stepping stone to propel you forward and guide you towards your true calling. God has a plan for your life that is bigger and better than anything you could ever imagine, and He can use even your mistakes and failures to shape you into the person He created you to be.
Don’t be afraid to face your regrets and give them to God. Allow Him to heal, comfort, and guide you toward a brighter future. Trust in His love and mercy, and know He has great things in store for you. With His help, you can move forward with confidence, purpose, and joy, knowing that your mistakes and regrets are just a tiny part of your story and that your future is full of hope and promise.
Remember to take those regrets and turn them into something beautiful. Use them to inspire, motivate, and empower yourself and others. You can create a bright and beautiful future, so go out there and shine bright!
“Never look back and regret; look back and smile at what you have learned."
~Michelle C. Ustaszeski
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