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A few weeks ago, I published a blogpost that was titled "Self-criticism" . In it, I took my guard down to reveal something of the secret inner me - often vulnerable and self-admonishing. Putting it out there, I had no idea how this post might be received by other bloggers and visitors. Afterwards, I was quite relieved to read the thoughtful remarks that followed. Other people reflected on their own vulnerabilities and how they try to deal with past mistakes. It was reassuring to discover that I am not the only one who self-flagellates, wrestling with past blunders. Leaving the past behind is clearly not as straightforward as it says on the tin. ⦿ B ob from South Carolina said, "Even though I KNOW I cannot go back in time and change my stupidity into something better, I still long for the ability to try." In a similar vein , Red from Red Deer, Canada said,"I experience similar regrets. It seems the same ones come up all the time. I would bet that most...