Reflections on Life's What-ifs
Things could've been different, a thought that haunts many when trying to fall asleep.
People often recall the worst moments of their lives in vivid detail, ranging from the day before to years ago.
- Small moments, like spilling a drink in public
- More serious moments, like running a red light and hitting a pedestrian
While moving on is the healthy choice, it's human nature to replay moments of trauma, fear, or embarrassment, contemplating the what-ifs and their impact.
People subconsciously contemplate the numerous what-ifs and the impact each one would've had.
Author's summary: Life's what-ifs haunt us at night.