Guilt is a common feeling experienced by everyone at some point in their lives. It often involves regret, self-blame, and a wish that things had been done differently. However, it is important to assess whether you are being fair to yourself and whether you did everything you could within your limitations. Cultivating a constant feeling of guilt is unproductive and can lead to unnecessary suffering. Instead, you should learn from your mistakes, do your best within your capabilities, and focus on the present moment. You cannot change the past, but you can take action to shape your future. Forgiving yourself and letting go of self-blame that can hold you back are crucial.
Maya Angelou said it right: "Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
It's time to end this endless cycle of self-blame and regret. You must stop holding yourself to unrealistic standards and instead focus on learning from your mistakes, doing better in the future, and living in the present moment.
You should always strive to do your best and use your experiences to improve yourself moving forward.
Be kind to yourself and be at peace with the knowledge that you did everything you could at the time.
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