Most people have regrets as they enter old age. You must try to honor some of your lifelong dreams along the way before it’s too late. It’s easy to become wrapped up in the day-to-day and forget about the blessings and opportunities that quality health brings you. The best way to ensure you don’t fall into this trap is by growing your appreciation for time.
Time is the most valuable resource in life. If you can live with an awareness of your mortality you will fundamentally change how you choose to spend your time allowing you to focus on what you value most. This awareness allows you to realize that it doesn’t matter what strangers say on social media, what clothes you wear, or how much money you make. Once you realize that time is the most precious commodity there will no longer be a disconnect between the life you want to live and the life you are actually living.
The best part about stopping the clock on regret is that you can start with a clean slate today by simply reflecting on your current regrets. It can be scary to make the big changes required for you to live your dream life in the present moment. But, without trying you will surely miss out on the life you’ve always wished for.
A great way to practice honoring your time is by saying goodbye to the people you’ve spent time with as if it’s the last time you’ll see them. Showing gratitude for the time other people choose to spend with you helps remind you (and them) of the value of time. Start slow and build your way up until it becomes second nature.