Learn from regrets
Jeff Bezos' 'regret minimisation framework formula' to lessen the number of regrets in life?
This means that when making a decision, you project yourself forward into the future. Then, look back at a decision you will likely take and ask yourself, 'Will I regret doing this or not doing this?' and act accordingly.
This calls for imagination, honesty and introspection. Bezos says he used this to get a perspective on whether to leave the comfort of a hedge fund and venture into the uncertain world of a startup, which went on to become Amazon.
Kierkegaard said that life can only be understood backwards but must be lived forwards.
So, yes, we should take responsibility for our words or actions but never let them weigh so much on our minds that they stifle our growth. We should learn from our regrets and move on a little wiser.
