Comments on: How to Look Back on Your Life with No Regrets

By: Piet de Jong

Piet de Jong — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 03:22:18 +0000

Thanks a lot for the thoughts. I think most of this is very true. I always say: If you are 75 and look back on your life what do you wanna see? That is truly very personal.
One thing is bothering a bit: Take every opportunity is not for me. Many people do whatever comes their way and they will never get somewhere. I say: Find your destiny/talents/gifts and then take the opportunity that leads in that direction. Shed all the stuff that doesn’t go with your goals. Whatever these goals may be….

By: nameless

nameless — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 03:17:13 +0000

Always thought the ultimate question is answered at your time of death. If you have lived a full life, without regret, death will come as the next natural step. Regrets would imply unfinished business, or not living in accordance with your code of life. Great scene…when it is time, you walk into the forest or onto a bluff overlooking your favorite valley…wrap that blanket across your shoulders for comfort and sit peacefully. Five things that I try to do: 1)treat others with more compassion, 2)help those less fortunate, 3)Uplift those around me, 4)enable people/help them along their journey, and 5)spread a better philosophy. Not claiming to be successful all, heck, even most the time..but do try.

By: Phil

Phil — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 17:12:35 +0000

I no longer fear death…at times, I even wish it. Maybe it’s because, Like the last commentor pointed out with the Steve Jobs quote, maybe I am looking too much in the mirror without being happy (but then, I do live in Tucson).

Anyway, although I do no fear death, I fear something terrible at the loss of my “identity” after death. We seem to disperse, mix, join with others, whatever, after death. Does anyone else have that problem?

By: Maysa

Maysa — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:53:06 +0000

Really touching…
Thank You !

By: Gennaro

Gennaro — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:36:38 +0000

I believe it was Steve Jobs who said: it’s best to make changes if you’re looking in the mirror too many days in a row without being happy with what you’re doing. It comes down to living the life you want regardless of outside pressures.

By: The Daily Minder

The Daily Minder — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:30:49 +0000

Hi BlueCat. It becomes a lot more difficult when you have children doesn’t it? Make sure you put them first in any decision you make.

Thanks for stopping by.

TDM

By: The Daily Minder

The Daily Minder — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:29:58 +0000

That is so true Marissa. I am sorry to hear about your friends. I hope you are doing okay.

TDM

By: BlueCat

BlueCat — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 23:55:11 +0000

Thank you so much for writing this blog. It really spoke to me as I am dealing with a lot of personal frustrations as I debate taking a new job. I am leaning towards staying put as that seems to be the best course of action for my family but you gave me something else to think about!
I have read your blog for a while and I just wanted to drop a quick comment to say thanks and your work is appreciated.

Take care.

By: marissa

marissa — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 21:16:50 +0000

I have one to add: Tell people how much they mean to you. Two of my friends died suddenly last year and I never told them just how much I cherished them.

Although the scenario is our own self on our death bed, we don’t always know when our time’s up, so the important things should never be left unsaid.

By: Miss Attica

Miss Attica — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:03:49 +0000

Thanks for the tip! Yes, it helps to be reminded of this truth, although I find it extremely difficult sometimes! I guess if I keep on practicing I will eventually get the hang of it, eh? Thanks again for sharing.