Chapter
Why People Ruminate, Want a Good Life and Main Reason Behind Regret
26:54 - 31:52 (04:57)
Most people want a good life with stability, growth, psychological richness, excitement, and adventure. One of the primary reasons why people ruminate is they are unsure how to handle negative emotions, as society overemphasizes positivity, and regrets reveal a photographic negative of the good life.
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In this snippet, the speaker argues that regret is an essential part of the good life as it reveals what people value and ultimately want.
26:54 - 29:07 (02:13)
Summary
In this snippet, the speaker argues that regret is an essential part of the good life as it reveals what people value and ultimately want. Regret, he notes, can play a pivotal role in shaping people's definitions of a good life, often in revealing an individual's motivation to be good.
ChapterWhy People Ruminate, Want a Good Life and Main Reason Behind Regret
Episode#437 - Daniel H. Pink - How To Overcome Regret
PodcastModern Wisdom
The feeling of regret signals our desire to be good and act in a positive manner.
29:08 - 30:01 (00:53)
Summary
The feeling of regret signals our desire to be good and act in a positive manner. It is not a performative act, but an honest signal to oneself.
ChapterWhy People Ruminate, Want a Good Life and Main Reason Behind Regret
Episode#437 - Daniel H. Pink - How To Overcome Regret
PodcastModern Wisdom
The reason people ruminate is that they don't know what to do when a negative emotion arises, as our society values positivity too much.
30:01 - 31:52 (01:50)
Summary
The reason people ruminate is that they don't know what to do when a negative emotion arises, as our society values positivity too much. It's important to have a systematic approach to use these negative emotions to our advantage and live a better life in the future.