The Invisible Grief Why We Mourn Lives We Never Lived
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The Invisible Grief Why We Mourn Lives We Never Lived
Have you ever felt a deep, almost inexplicable sadness for something that never actually happened? It’s not regret for a mistake you made, or sorrow for a loved one you lost. It’s a quiet ache for a life you didn't live. A career path not taken, a relationship that fizzled before it began, a dream that remained just that – a dream. In 2025, with endless possibilities seemingly at our fingertips, it’s easier than ever to feel the weight of these unchosen paths. I call it the ghost of futures past . It’s that wistful spirit of 'what if' that sometimes follows us, a constant reminder of the roads not traveled. The Unseen Burden of "What If" We often talk about grief in terms of tangible loss: a person, a job, a home. But what about the intangible? What about the version of you who pursued that art degree instead of business? The you who moved to a different country? The you who said 'yes' when you said 'no'? This isn't just about simple regret. Regret…
