“If remorse is regret amplified by moral awareness, it implies deeper involvement with the suffering of others, grounded in empathy, reflecting insufficient emotional investment. ("Island of regret- Island of remorse.")”
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“Regret and remorse represent a constant tension in our inner architecture and an ongoing interaction between self-knowledge and moral growth. ("Island of regret.- Island of remorse.")”
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“Our shadow is simultaneously our past and "inner child," representing the essence of our vulnerability, creativity, and emotional core shaped by our experiences. It is our best friend, guiding us through the vagaries of life, giving us expectations, and opening new skylines. (“Not without my shadow »)”
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“When we are unaware of the substance and importance of our choices, we may fall victim to errors of omission or missed opportunities. If awareness arrives too late, the actions we have not taken or the words that were left unspoken may squeeze us into an irreversible void. Lateness can imply irredeemable failure. ("Island of regret.- Island of remorse.")”
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“When we scan our desires and relationships with awareness and base them on their real-world value, we can free ourselves from irrational attachments and align desires with reason. By uncovering buried drives, we can redefine them and make decisions that genuinely benefit our lives. (“Twilight of desire”)”
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Vera’s 2025 Year in Books
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