The Top Five Regrets of the Dying Author: Bronnie Ware

The Top Five Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware is a heartfelt and introspective work drawn from the author's years of experience as a palliative care nurse. Through deeply personal stories and quiet revelations, Ware uncovers the five most common regrets expressed by those in their final days—regrets that illuminate what truly matters when all distractions fall away.

The book explores themes such as:

The courage to live a life true to oneself rather than one expected by others

The importance of expressing feelings and strengthening relationships

The desire to have worked less and lived more

The deep longing for connection, laughter, and authenticity

With compassion and clarity, Ware doesn’t just recount these stories—she distills them into guiding principles for readers to reflect on their own lives. Her gentle  encourages us to prioritize purpose over pressure, joy over productivity, and love over fear.

Whether you’re seeking clarity, healing, or a shift in perspective, The Top Five Regrets of the Dying offers profound insight and an invitation to reimagine your life while you still have time to shape it.