In 5, 10 or 20 years time, what will your future self say?
Will you be full of regrets or will you say thanks?
When you assess your career, will you regret not working harder or taking more risks, or will you say thanks for creating such a satisfying role that pays so well?
When you assess your relationships, will you regret not spending more time with your loved ones, or will you say thanks for investing in your marriage, friendships and relationships with your kids?
When you assess your intellect, will you regret not learning or reading more, or will you say thanks for maintaining your mind?
When you assess your finances, will you regret spending more than you earn, stockpiling a mountain of debt in the process, or will you say thanks for saving so that you can live a more comfortable life with less stress in the years ahead.
When you assess yourself physically, will you regret not moving more and eating less, or will you say thanks for looking after yourself?
It can be tempting to make decisions that only suit you in the short term, and in a culture of immediacy, I see a lot of people living in way that may feel good now, but will have negative consequences in the years ahead.
One day your future self will look back.
What will it say?
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January 23, 2014 at 12:13 am
Barbara Rhea
Something to think about….
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January 24, 2014 at 9:41 pm
Darren Poke
Thanks Barbara
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January 23, 2014 at 1:15 am
Ava
Love this blog post!
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January 24, 2014 at 9:41 pm
Darren Poke
Thanks Ava
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January 24, 2014 at 3:06 am
Rob
Thanks Darren, I’m happy I came across your blog at this particular moment where I’m assessing my life. These questions are big eye openers and really bring you to awareness of the present moments that we tend to take for granted. I think my goal for this year will be to cherish those moments and to make more meaningful decisions in every day life.
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January 24, 2014 at 9:42 pm
Darren Poke
Awesome, thanks Rob
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January 24, 2014 at 10:26 am
Miss H
I think it’s also important to realise that at the present time, this is what you have chosen to do. This is what you want. If at this present time, this isn’t what you want, then change. But I would not reflect back on the what if’s. Why regret something if you once wanted it and it made you happy. Who’s saying you will have the blessing of meeting your future self? No regrets.
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January 24, 2014 at 9:43 pm
Darren Poke
Thanks Miss H. It is important to stay in the moment, but only if we understand the long-term implications of our actions.
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