As a time-traveler, you are likely aware that the past is a messy, regret-filled place best left unvisited. This policy briefing outlines the procedures for avoiding the past at all costs.
**Rule 1:** Avoidance of Personal Regrets
Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to relive past mistakes. The pain and suffering caused by such actions will be exponentially greater than the benefits gained from "learning from your mistakes." Trust us, you won't.
**Rule 2:** Non-Interaction with Historical Figures
Do not, under any circumstances, interact with historical figures. The consequences of such actions will be severe, including but not limited to: time paradoxes, awkward small talk, and spontaneous combustion.
**Rule 3:** Erasure of Unpleasant Memories
Do not, under any circumstances, attempt to erase unpleasant memories. The consequences of such actions will be unpredictable, including but not limited to: amnesia, temporary insanity, and/or existential dread.
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