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Article created by: Mantas Kačerauskas

Many people try to make the phrase "no regrets" their motto, pushing aside thoughts about the past and focusing on the future.

However, not dwelling, but reflecting on past experiences, both positive and negative, can provide valuable lessons and insights that lead to personal growth.

According to a recent survey of 2,000 adults commissioned by UK charity consortium Remember A Charity, four in ten people regret certain aspects of their lives, with spending too much time at work and not traveling being among the most common choices.

So we invite you to think about how we want to spend our time and take a look at a Reddit thread started by platform user Hassan_Wamedh that invited people to share what they wish they would've done differently when they were younger.

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#1

Close-up of an adult wearing a hearing aid, reflecting on regrets from youth shared by 22 adults. Protect my hearing and my teeth.

canthelpmyself9 , Mark Paton / unsplahs (not the actual photo) Report

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    Close-up of adult hands rolling tobacco, illustrating regrets adults share about things they missed doing while young. I would not use tobacco.... ever.

    Fickle_Pipe1954 , Ewoud Van den Branden / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #3

    Person writing on a blackboard with inspirational quotes, reflecting on regrets adults share from their youth. Learning more languages and skills.

    NarutoWinchester , Leonardo Toshiro Okubo / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #4

    View from airplane window showing wing, engine, and landscape below related to regrets not traveling while young. Not traveling enough before having kids.

    JanettFies , Ulises Guareschi Corvetto / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #5

    Orange and white capsules spilling from a prescription bottle on an orange background, representing adult regrets about youth choices. Being diagnosed with ADHD. Looking back it makes so much sense, but I was never tested. I spent years dealing with depression and anxiety over problems caused by it. Hell I dropped out of college twice.

    RetroCorn , Christina Victoria Craft / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #6

    Historic white temple towers under clear blue sky next to blooming green tree, illustrating adults' regret not exploring while young. I should have left that creepy demeaning religion (Mormonism) 35 years earlier.

    Nannyphone7 , Aubrey Odom / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #7

    French bulldog puppy standing on grass with a green toy ball, illustrating adults sharing regrets from their youth. Spending more time with my animals. They were gone sooner than I expected and I regret every single time I complained about walking the dog or skipped a riding lesson because I was too busy moping in my room. Appreciate them while they're there, or you'll regret it forever like I do.

    eqmess , Martin Katler / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #8

    Young adult wearing a gray coat and cap walking through a narrow brick archway reflecting on regrets from youth. Walking away from toxic people.

    ButterscotchSuch2771 , sebastiaan stam / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #9

    Hands holding a paper with charts and a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 on a desk showing data analysis for adults' regrets from youth. Learning financial literacy.

    scienceforbid , Firmbee.com / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #10

    Adult woman receiving dental treatment from a professional, reflecting on common regrets adults share from their youth. Taking care of my teeth better and saved more money.

    harambesBackAgain , Geo Days / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #11

    Young adult reflecting regretfully inside a café, illustrating common regrets shared by adults about their youth. Turning down invites and opportunities to meet new people and travel to new places because I was too hung up on how I looked. I was so hard on myself. And to her I apologise.

    Welshraven9 , Arif Riyanto / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #12

    Close-up of a couple wearing wedding rings holding a bouquet, illustrating regrets adults share about not taking chances when young. Settling down with the wrong person too early.

    Personal-Tea7226 , Drew Coffman / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #13

    Adult sitting on a couch with hands clasped, reflecting on regrets from youth in a dimly lit room. Therapy. Should have started at 14 instead of 24, this would have prevented most of the dumb things I did.

    DeltaPavonis1 , Kelly Sikkema / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #14

    Colorful fresh vegetable salad with spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, and carrots on a wooden table bowl. Ate healthily or at least with portion control. I developed bad eating habits because I was deprived of food growing up. I'm around 25 lbs heavier than my normal weight. I've always tried going on a diet but always fail.

    strangerthings___11 , Nadine Primeau / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #15

    Group of adults gathered around a campfire at sunset on the beach, reflecting on youth and life regrets. Trying too hard to keep friends when they used me and took advantage of my kindness, I've learnt that not everyone wants to be your friend and I'm okay with that!

    Electronic-Plan-725 , Kimson Doan / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #16

    Two people holding hands outdoors near a tree, symbolizing connection and reflections on regrets of young adults. Being a better boyfriend to awesome girls i dated when younger.

    Own_Comfortable_4955 , Dương Hữu / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #17

    Young woman in floral blouse sitting indoors, holding hands close to chest, reflecting on regrets from youth. Choosing myself.

    Sonnenschein69420 , Fa Barboza / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #18

    Yellow van driving on a desert road with red rock formations, symbolizing travel regrets adults share from when they were young. Skipping travel. Missed adventures haunt me. Embrace every opportunity, folks!

    givemedrop , Dino Reichmuth / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #19

    Row of dumbbells in a gym with a person exercising in the background, illustrating adults' regrets from youth activities. Starting a gym routine, trying more activities and being more social.

    Frankthetankjones , Danielle Cerullo / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #20

    Delivery driver on a scooter in traffic, illustrating 22 adults sharing what they regret not doing while they were young. Be a teenager. I was too eager to grow up and focused almost exclusively on work from 15-25 so I missed out on the whole thing.

    DaGoodSauce , Grab / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #21

    Young woman sitting on exercise mat reflecting on what adults regret not doing while they were young in casual workout clothes Here are a couple - make working out a hobby, take care of your skin, use Moisturizer/sunscreen, take better care of teeth, spend more time with your parents and capture those moments(photos/videos).

    KajjiKai , Caley Vanular / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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    #22

    Two adults enjoying drinks at a bar, reflecting on regret and experiences from when they were young. Socializing and giving my own interests a chance.

    boipoispoik , Elevate / unsplash (not the actual photo) Report

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