No More Shoulda, Woulda, Coulda

You know those three little words: “I should have,” “I would have,” “I could have” — followed by a list of excuses longer than a CVS receipt. Well, I’ve decided I’m done with them. No more standing at the crossroads of hesitation. No more tiptoeing around opportunities. It’s time to trade in the “shoulds” for action, the “woulds” for courage, and the “coulds” for faith.

Every day we wake up is a fresh invitation. An invitation to say “YES” to new adventures, new friendships, and new doors that God swings wide open. So why waste another minute replaying what we “shoulda” done yesterday?

This year, I’m saying YES to more moments that matter. YES to sharing God’s goodness. YES to showing up for people who need encouragement. YES to stepping out of my comfort zone (even if it means learning something new or — heaven help me — attempting another dance class with Carl!).

Regret is a heavy anchor, and I refuse to let it weigh me down. The past? Can’t change it. The future? Wide open. And I plan to walk into it with my “I can, I will, I am” mindset.

Because here’s the truth: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13)

We weren’t created to sit on the sidelines of life. God has given us talents, wisdom, and passions — not to hoard, but to use. And we’ll never know what we’re truly capable of until we step out in faith and do.

So, let’s make a pact—no more looking back with shoulda-woulda-coulda regrets. Let’s say YES to life. YES to purpose. YES to leaving a mark on this world that echoes long after we’re gone.

When I get to the end of my journey, I’d rather have battle scars from trying than regrets from shrinking back. How about you?