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  • 1Department of Religious Studies, Rice University, MS-15, P.O. Box 1892, Houston, TX 77251-1892, USA. nathan_carlin@yahoo.com

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This article explores personal regret and how to cope with it. It discusses regret therapy and uses a case study of a dying woman to illustrate reframing techniques for past and future regrets.

Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Pastoral Care
  • Existential Studies

Background:

  • Personal regret is a significant aspect of the human experience.
  • Existing literature explores existential and spiritual issues related to death attitudes and regret.
  • Landman's theories provide a conceptual framework for understanding regret.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine the personal experience of regret.
  • To highlight the importance of confronting and processing regrets.
  • To explore the application of regret therapy in pastoral care.

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  • Analysis of a sermon exploring regret through film summary (The Big Kahuna).
  • Discussion of scholarly articles on regret theory and regret therapy.
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