The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying come from Bronnie Ware, a palliative care nurse who recorded the most common regrets of people in their final days. Here they are:
1️⃣ “I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not what others expected of me.”
- Many people realize too late that they lived according to others’ expectations instead of following their own dreams.
2️⃣ “I wish I hadn’t worked so hard.”
- This is especially common among men, who regret missing out on time with family and loved ones because of work.
3️⃣ “I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings.”
- Holding back emotions to keep the peace often leads to bitterness and resentment.
4️⃣ “I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends.”
- People regret letting friendships fade due to busyness or distance.
5️⃣ “I wish I had let myself be happier.”
- Many realize they stayed stuck in negative patterns and didn’t allow themselves to truly enjoy life.
