Never regret. If it's good, it's wonderful. If it's bad, it's experience.
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Never regret. If it's good, it's wonderful. If it's bad, it's experience. Use that as a rule: stop replaying mistakes and extract practical lessons instead. Face outcomes honestly, keep what helps you grow, and move on with purpose.

When to use it

  • After a failed project at work, tell your team: "Never regret. If it's good, it's wonderful. If it's bad, it's experience," then list three specific lessons to apply next time.
  • When a relationship ends, say it aloud to yourself to stop ruminating and write down what you learned about boundaries and needs.
  • Before making a risky decision, remind yourself the line so you accept responsibility and plan how you'll adapt if it doesn't go as hoped.
  • When coaching someone who is stuck in blame, use the sentence to cut through excuses and force a focus on the next concrete step.