Living a life without regret is something that many of us aspire to achieve, but few of us actually accomplish it. It takes a deliberate effort to live in a way that truly nourishes you, one you will be happy with at the end. Here are six milestones you can use to ensure you’re on your path so that you live a fulfilling life and don’t die with regret:
The Gift of a Dying Mother: Reflections on Taking Your Turn
Twenty-seven years ago, as my mother lay dying in her bed, she looked up at me, drew a deep breath and exhaled these words: “I never got my turn.” What did she mean? Now, as I’ve lived more of my life, I wonder if “taking her turn” was something more essential, something deeper than any circumstantial redirections.