Let go of regret and resentment from "summary" of You Are Here by Thich Nhat Hanh
Regret and resentment are like heavy baggage that we carry with us wherever we go. They weigh us down, making it difficult to move forward in life. When we hold on to regret, we are stuck in the past, constantly replaying events that we wish had turned out differently. This only serves to create suffering in the present moment. Similarly, when we hold on to resentment, we are allowing the actions of others to control our emotions. We become trapped in a cycle of anger and bitterness, which can poison our relationships and our own well-being. In both cases, we are giving away our power to the past and to others, instead of taking responsibility for our own thoughts and feelings. To let go of regret and resentment, we must first acknowledge them. This means facing our feelings head-on, without trying to push them away or bury them deep inside. We must be willing to sit with our discomfort and explore where these emotions are coming from. This is not an easy task, but it is necessary if we want to free ourselves from the burden of the past. Once we have acknowledged our regret and resentment, we can begin to practice mindfulness. This m...
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