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End time Quote by Libba Bray

“We are all unkind from time to time. We all do things we desperately wish we could undo. Those regrets just become part of who we are, along with everything else. To spend time trying to change that, well, it's like chasing clouds.” quote by Libba Bray
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““We are all unkind from time to time. We all do things we desperately wish we could undo. Those regrets just become part of who we are, along with everything else. To spend time trying to change that, well, it's like chasing clouds.””

Libba Bray

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The Diviners” by Libba Bray, 2012

Regret is inevitable; trying to erase it is futile, like chasing clouds.

In simple terms: Regrets shape us; we cannot undo them.

Key Takeaway

Accept past mistakes and focus on growth.

Themes

regret acceptance impermanence

Mood

thoughtful hopeful

Type

inspirational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • therapy
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What can we learn from our regrets?
  • How to let go of past mistakes?
A Different Perspective

Obsessing over regrets can hinder present happiness.

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