Regret for the things we did can be tempered by time it is regret for the things we did not do that is inconsolable.

Summary

This quote emphasizes the idea that the passage of time makes it easier for us to accept and move on from the mistakes and regrets we have regarding the things we did in the past. We can eventually find ways to make peace with these choices. However, the regret over missed opportunities or the things we wished we had done but didn't, is more painful because there is no way to undo or change those circumstances. The quote suggests that the remorse for inaction can haunt us indefinitely, highlighting the importance of seizing opportunities and taking action in life.