Breaking Free from the Chains of Shame: A Journey to Self-Acceptance
The only way to change is to create new memories.
Guilt and shame are often used interchangeably, but they are different.
Guilt is a feeling of remorse or regret for something one has done, while shame is a feeling of worthlessness or inadequacy due to something one is.
Guilt and shame are both emotions that can arise from a sense of wrongdoing or inadequacy. Still, they are distinct experiences with different implications for our mental health and relationships.
Guilt is a normal and healthy emotion that can motivate us to make amends and do better.
Shame, on the other hand, is where we find ourselves believing we are fundamentally flawed or unlovable.
Unlike guilt, which is focused on a specific action or behavior, shame is directed at the self.
For example, if a person gets a poor grade on an exam, they may feel guilty for not studying enough, but if they believe they are just “stupid” and that’s why they got a poor grade, they might feel shame.
A person gets rejected by someone they are attracted to. They may feel guilty for not being more assertive or doing something differently. Still, if they believe they are…
