Regret Quote by Peter S. Beagle
![“No," she said, answering his eyes. "I can never regret."[...]"I can sorrow," she offered gently, "but it's not the same thing.” quote by Peter S. Beagle](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/465/peter-s-beagle-1665_quote_no-she-said-answering-his-eyes-i-can-nev_1467824.jpg)
““No," she said, answering his eyes. "I can never regret."[...]"I can sorrow," she offered gently, "but it's not the same thing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Last Unicorn by Peter S. Beagle, 1968
She acknowledges sorrow but distinguishes it from regret, suggesting that feeling loss is natural while regret is a choice.
In simple terms: Sorrow is natural; regret is optional.
Key Takeaway
Accept feelings without blaming yourself.
Themes
emotion
acceptance
choice
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- grieving a loss
- making a difficult decision
- reflecting on past actions
Key Concepts
psychology
philosophy
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate between sorrow and regret?
- What practices help you release regret?
A Different Perspective
Regret can still arise if one dwells on past choices.
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