The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward

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The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward by Daniel H. Pink, published in 2022, challenges the mantra "No regrets," advocating for the constructive use of regret. Pink argues against toxic positivity and encourages embracing regrets to avoid repeating mistakes and make better decisions. Divided into three parts—“Regret Reclaimed,” “Regret Revealed,” and “Regret Remade”—the book provides insights from the World Regret Survey, identifies four core regrets (foundation, boldness, moral, connection), and offers strategies for optimizing regrets to lead a more fulfilling life.