Ep #171: Fear of Regret vs. Trust with Michael Henri

What’s really keeping you stuck—fear of regret or fear of change?

In this powerful episode, the emotional journey of letting go reaches its final stage. It explores the tension between attachment and freedom, and regret versus relief—those final moments of decision when you’re standing at a crossroads.

Attachment feels safe because it’s familiar, even when it’s no longer helping us grow. Freedom feels light and open but can be scary because it invites change and uncertainty. When we let go—whether of a role, a relationship, or a routine—we often fear regret. But what usually follows is a sense of relief, clarity, and renewed energy.

This episode combines insights from neuroscience and yoga philosophy, especially Aparigraha (non-attachment) and Ishvarapranidhana (surrender to something greater), offering real tools to navigate the fear of change. You’ll be invited to reflect on what you’re clinging to, and what you might gain by letting it go—even if it’s uncomfortable at first.

Let this episode be the gentle push you need to move toward more space, more ease, and more self-trust.

Episode Chapters:

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:20 Attachment vs. Freedom

00:05:29 Nervous System and Change

00:08:43 Yogic Lens: Aparigraha

00:10:47 Letting Go as a Life Practice

00:14:24 Living in the Present

00:18:53 Fear of Regret vs. Relief

00:23:36 Svadhyaya & Self-Study

00:25:06 Ishvarapranidhana: Trust in the Unknown

00:26:26 Practice and Mantra

00:28:00 Conscious Decision Making

00:29:48 Closing Reflections

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📌 Mentions & Resources

• Previous Episode Mentioned:

• Part 1: Pushing Forward or Letting Go: Hope vs Grief

• Part 2: When Pride Gets in the Way
  

• Yogic Philosophy Concepts:

• Aparigraha – non-attachment

• Ishvarapranidhana – surrender/trust in the higher self

• Svadhyaya – self-study
  

• Breath + Mantra Practice (timestamp ~26:36):

• Inhale: “I trust myself.”

• Exhale: “I release what no longer serves me.”
  

• Suggested Reflection Prompts:

• What am I clinging to, and what is it costing me?

• If I had permission to choose freedom, what would that look like?

• What’s keeping me stuck—fear of regret or fear of change
  

• Michael Henri’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyoga.pt/ 

• Going Pro Yoga’s Instagram: https://www.instagram/com/goingproyoga/

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Tags: attachment, freedom, letting go, non-attachment, yoga philosophy, emotional growth, regret, surrender, trust, neuroscience, nervous system, self-reflection, svadhyaya, aparigraha, ishvarapranidhana