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Life Is More Fragile Than We Think: Live and Love Without Regret

  • Writer: Brian R. Schobel, CPA
    Brian R. Schobel, CPA
  • Apr 21
  • 2 min read

Life moves fast, and we often forget just how delicate it really is. We rush through days, overlook words, and sometimes hold back love or kindness, thinking we’ll always have more time. But as Haruki Murakami beautifully reminds us:

“Life is a lot more fragile than we think. So we should treat others in a way that leaves no regrets.”


1. Speak the Words That Matter

Tell people you love them. Say thank you. Apologize when you need to. We never know when a moment will be the last. Leaving things unsaid can become one of life’s deepest regrets. Speak with honesty and heart while you have the chance.


2. Choose Kindness Over Ego

Pride can keep us from forgiving, reaching out, or being gentle when it matters most. But life’s fragility reminds us that relationships are far more valuable than being “right.” Lead with kindness—you’ll never regret it.


3. Be Fully Present

Life isn’t promised. Every day is a gift. Show up for the people you care about. Listen when they speak. Laugh with them. Hold space for their struggles. Presence is one of the greatest ways to say, “You matter to me.”


4. Don’t Wait to Make Things Right

If there’s tension, silence, or distance between you and someone important—take the first step. Heal the wound. Send the message. Extend the olive branch. Waiting may cost you more than you realize.


5. Leave a Legacy of Love

What will people remember about you? Not just what you said, but how you made them feel. Let your words heal. Let your actions lift. Let your presence bring peace. Live in a way that, if tomorrow never comes, you’d be proud of how you loved today.


Conclusion

Life is fragile, fleeting, and precious. Don’t take it—or the people in it—for granted. Treat others in a way that leaves no regrets. Because at the end of the day, it’s not what we had, but how we loved, that truly matters.  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brs-cpa-at-bookkeepingbrian-com

 
 
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