I Asked Ages 1-100 Their Biggest Regret

Summary

This video explores the concept of regret across different age groups, from one-year-olds to nonagenarians. Participants share their deepest regrets, which range from trivial childhood mistakes to significant life decisions. As age progresses, regrets evolve from minor incidents to more profound life choices, such as career paths and relationships. Interestingly, the oldest individuals tend to express fewer regrets, viewing their life experiences as learning opportunities rather than sources of remorse.

Takeaways

• 😢 Many young people regret not listening to their parents or not being kinder.
• 😅 Children often express regrets about minor things like accidents or not doing well in school.
• 🤔 Adolescents start to regret more serious actions, such as not studying enough or poor choices in relationships.
• 😔 As people age, their regrets become more profound, including career choices, education, and personal relationships.
• 🤷‍♂️ Some individuals express no regrets, viewing their life experiences as lessons learned.
• 💼 Career-related regrets are common, with many wishing they had chosen a different path or pursued their passions more aggressively.
• 💔 Relationship regrets are prevalent, with many reflecting on lost opportunities or poor decisions in love and family life.
• 🏡 Some people regret not traveling or experiencing more of the world, especially when they reach older age.
• 🚫 Regrets about health and lifestyle choices, such as not taking better care of their bodies or making poor dietary decisions, are also mentioned.
• 🏋️‍♀️ A few individuals regret not pursuing their dreams or taking risks, such as not joining the military or not playing sports professionally.

Q & A

What did the one-year-old regret?

The one-year-old did not express a regret, but the interviewer humorously suggested that they might regret 'pee[ing] on the floor'.

What was the 7-year-old's biggest regret?

The 7-year-old's biggest regret was throwing a rock at a chicken at school.

Why did the person regret not going to private school?

They believed the academics would have been better and that the people they would have interacted with would have been of a higher caliber.

What was the teenager's reason for regretting getting back with their ex?

The teenager regretted it because their ex had cheated on them.

Why did someone regret downloading Tinder?

They met a guy on Tinder who messed them up, implying a negative experience from the encounter.

What was the individual's regret regarding their college choice?

They regretted not researching the college they attended, suggesting dissatisfaction with their educational experience.

Why did the person in their 40s regret not moving in love?

They felt they lived in fear and made many bad decisions, wishing they had pursued their passions and acted out of love instead.

What was the person in their 50s' regret about their career?

They regretted not taking their time after college, wishing they had traveled Europe for a year before starting their career.

Why did the elderly person regret not becoming a teacher?

They viewed it as a missed opportunity to have a fulfilling career, suggesting they found their current path less satisfying.

What was the common theme in the regrets of those over 90 years old?

Despite having lived long lives, many over 90 years old reported having few or no regrets, often viewing their experiences as learning opportunities.

What advice did the person with no regrets give about living a life without regrets?

They advised choosing what you want to do and working hard at it, implying that dedication and purposeful action can lead to a life with fewer regrets.