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Regret of Things Left Undone

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Regret of Things Left Undone

“As you grow older, you’ll find the only things

you regret are things you didn’t do .”

Zachary Scott 1914 -1965, actor 

 

As I see it . . . . . . .

 

Regret of things left undone

 

There are many things that we would like to do.

 

Some would be appear difficult to do and we decide not to try, other would require a commitment of time and we choose not to commit the time and we move on.

 

In other cases we have a fear of failure and never undertake the task.

 

The reasons for not starting a task or walking away from a task are endless. We convince ourselves its right thing to do when in our heart we know that we should start and complete the task. 

 

When we leave things undone in our life, we cheat ourselves out of discovering what could have been possible with a little more effort and a commitment to successfully complete the task.  

 

Giving your best and completing a task won’t guarantee a successful outcome. But when everything is said and done you didn’t quit and you gave it your best.

 

Not completing a task insures the task will drift leading to either a poor or failed results.

 

The regret of things left undone can become overwhelming. Finish your tasks and you will find satisfaction in your actions. Do the things that you have always wanted to do, do them the best that you can do them and you’ll find the pathway to reaching your full potential.

 

2012 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Success Coach, Speaker, Trainer and Author

 

Ralph Janisch ABR CRS Broker
Janisch & Co. - Conroe, TX
Selling Northwest Houston to good people like you!

There are lots of things in days gone by that I didn't do or that I didnt do well.  Of course I regret those mistakes and today I try not to let that happen again.

 

Apr 05, 2012 01:19 PM
Leslie G. Rojohn
MoonDancer Realty - Sylva, NC
GRI, ABR ~ MoonDancer Realty

As the song goes "Regrets, I've had a few, but then again to few to mention." I'm sure there are things undone, but if I waste time worrying about them, I'll miss out on new things.  Prefer to "Do it my way"

Apr 05, 2012 01:40 PM
Les & Sarah Oswald
Realty One Group - Eastvale, CA
Broker, Realtor and Investor

Act and fullfill your goals, hence no regrets. Time is too short to wonder what if...

Apr 05, 2012 01:42 PM
Christine Hooks
Pino Agency - Pennsville, NJ
Celebrating 25 Years in Real Estate!

I have very few regrets and they may seem strange to other folks.  I regret not trying out to be the Drum Majorette in the high school band.  Before I had my children I used to run 8 miles a day.  I regret that I  did not begin walking when I stopped running.  It's funny how it's the little things that often have the potential to bring us very big rewards in life.

Apr 05, 2012 03:14 PM
Praful Thakkar
LAER Realty Partners - Burlington, MA
Metro Boston Homes For Sale

Lou, what happened is what you can see in the rear-view mirror of life and yes, at times, you regret for those unfinished things...wish you had completed them.

Apr 05, 2012 04:40 PM
Tony & Darcy Cannon
Aubrey and Associates Realty - Layton, UT
The C Team

Lou, Very nice post!  I suppose there are many areas in my life that I could get out and learn and experience more!  Thanks for the reminder!

Apr 05, 2012 07:19 PM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Chicago, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Funny how the things you regreted doing when you were young are replaced by those things you did not do when you were young as yougrow older. Must be a natural progression. Enjoy your day!

Apr 05, 2012 08:53 PM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Lou - thank you. I'm struggling right now with a decision about a task and you have helped me decide to continue and see it through. Have a wonderful weekend.

Apr 05, 2012 10:45 PM
Tammie White, Broker
Franklin Homes Realty LLC - Franklin, TN
Franklin TN Homes for Sale

Lou, I have been cursed with a procrasination gene. Fortunately, that gene only affects my personal life and not my responsibilities related to my clients.

Apr 06, 2012 01:17 AM