Top 5 Regrets of the Dying (And How to Live Without Them)

The top 5 regrets of dying aren't shocking—but they land differently when you pause to reflect on your own life alongside them. Bronnie Ware's work as a palliative care nurse revealed these universal patterns, and her story offers powerful lessons about living intentionally right now.

This episode explores the top 5 regrets of dying and transforms each one into an invitation to live more authentically. From wishing they'd lived true to themselves instead of others' expectations to postponing happiness until the "perfect moment," these regrets reveal what matters most. You'll also discover the difference between regrets of commission and omission, three gentle ways to release regret you're already carrying, and Bronnie Ware's inspiring journey from nurse to bestselling author.

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In this episode you’ll learn

• What the top 5 regrets of dying teach us about courage, work-life balance, expressing feelings, friendships, and happiness

• The two types of regret (commission vs. omission) and how each one impacts your self-confidence and future decisions

• Three compassionate techniques to release regret you're carrying, including the hand-on-heart method

• Bronnie Ware's remarkable story of how one blog post about regrets became an international bestseller

• Five life tips inspired by Bronnie's journey: take the first step, trust timing, use life lessons, and choose joy daily

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