The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying (And How to Make Sure They’re Not Yours)

What will you regret when your time is up? In this confronting and thought-provoking episode, I explore the five most common regrets people share as they approach the end of their lives—insights captured by palliative care nurse Bronnie Ware after years of supporting individuals in their final days. These reflections aren’t hypothetical or abstract. They are raw truths gathered from real people who were able to reflect on their lives with total clarity. And what they revealed is both sobering and inspiring: most of us are not living in alignment with what truly matters. If you've ever felt like you're drifting through life, holding back from expressing your authentic self, or putting off joy and connection for “someday,” this conversation offers a powerful opportunity to reflect and recalibrate. It’s a reminder that we each have a choice—every single day—to live fully, love boldly, and honor the deepest parts of ourselves. Let this be the moment that wakes you up to what’s possible, before it's too late. Links from the episode: Bronnie's original blog article "Regrets of the Dying" - GET IN TOUCH WITH MATTHEW matthew@matthewbivens.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying (And How to Make Sure They’re Not Yours) is an episode from Having It ALL: Conversations about living an Abundant Loving Life by Matthew Bivens.

This episode is 48:11 long.

This episode was published on Nov 13, 2025.

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