The Power of Regret

I love that Daniel Pink is taking on one of the best (and toughest) teachers in my life - regret. I've always known that regret deepened my connection to myself and to others, but now, thanks to Dan's research and storytelling, I understand why. The idea of "no regrets" doesn't mean living with courage. It means living without reflection. The world needs this book and more reflection. Now -- BRENÉ BROWN
In The Power of Regret, Dan Pink trains his intellect and wit on a deeply important subject that we've all experienced but few have explored. The stories he tells are fascinating - and so are the insights he draws from them. Whatever regrets you might have in your life, reading this book won't be one of them -- SUSAN CAIN
If you have long assumed that "no regrets" is the way to live life, then this book is for you. The incomparably candid, clear and concise Daniel Pink summarises the latest science on looking backward on what could have been and shows how it can vault you forward to a happier, more productive and principled life -- ANGELA DUCKWORTH, author of GRIT
The Power of Regret dives deep into the research behind the "most misunderstood" emotion and brings it to life through accessible human storytelling * * Forbes * *
Daniel Pink reclaims regret as an indispensable emotion and explains how to use it to make better decisions, perform better at work or school and bring greater meaning to your life. His well-known, user-friendly style, chock-full of moving stories, will have you looking at regret as something that doesn't just make us human, but also makes us better * * Wall Street Journal * *
Regret could be overdue for its own rebranding . . . [A] look back might be the way to move forward. We might find lessons lurking in moments we've pushed from the light. Regret has long been considered a sign of weakness, but what if we saw it as a strength? * * Washington Post * *
This book has the potential to put a positive spin on some of your most negative life experiences * * Woman's Own * *
Prolific author Pink seamlessly blends neuroscience, psychology and more for a new look at what he sees as a misunderstood emotion - regret. Pink draws on the largest survey ever done about Americans' attitudes toward regret to reshape the way we think about it, creating his own three-step process for using regret to one's advantage in this inspiring guide * * Newsweek * *
Praise for Daniel H. Pink: Intriguing . . . written with a light, assured touch * * Observer * *
[Pink] unveils the hidden patterns of our lives . . . A fascinating combination of How-to and When-to * * Independent * *