Living Life with no Regrets.

Living Life with no Regrets.

Not everybody does it but that doesn't mean that it can't be done. I believe you have to start at a young age and I believe this attitude has to go with you throughout your life. Making mistakes can produce a sense of regret in your life, but like all fears we have to face them and forgive them. Sometimes forgiving ourselves helps us gain the necessary perspective on why we felt hurt by others. Sometimes understanding our pain, can give us validation as we accept the limitations and faults of others. No one can go through life not feeling hurt, but it is our choice with what we do with the hurt.

Pain is real and it stings sometimes, and it is a grace of God not to carry our burdens with us as we get older. Sometimes we just need to feel that we belong. Being mindful is a great way to start living with no regrets. The more conscious we are to our feelings the better it is to let go. Blame sets us back, and is the cause for fear and anger. Yes taking full responsibility for our choices can set us free, only if we understand why we do the things we do. Anyone who helps you to see that you are not alone is a good friend. Part of the fear of being unforgiven is feeling that no one will understand your pain. When you, or someone can break through the confusion that sets in after we have been hurt, and brings awareness, the quicker you will see why that thing or person caused you so much pain.

Awareness is just the start of healing. I believe the next step is having a healthy relationship with yourself, then transitioning that love to other people. We have to continue to learn to love others as we love ourselves. Jesus was not just a great teacher, he knows how to love and how to forgive. If we can learn not to suppress things, it would be better for our souls and our health. Part of moving on from our pain is learning to let go. Most people get stuck here because they feel that if they let go, the person or thing that caused them the pain will go unpunished. When we see that nothing really disappears, we can take our love and forgiveness into the future with us. This is Mike.

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