Results tagged “Shame”

When the wife says, “Honey, we need to talk,” the husband hears “that he is not meeting her expectations—he’s failing her—which sends him into the pain of his own inadequacy.” His lackluster response causes his wife to feel that he doesn’t care for her needs which plays on her fears of isolation and abandonment. »more

Guilt and shame are self-evaluative and moral emotions. They play a key role in fostering moral behavior. Somehow we must learn to discern between good and bad expressions of guilt and shame. Why? Because we cannot afford to lose guilt and shame. Believe it or not, good guilt and shame make our lives richer and more meaningful! »more

Contrary to contemporary opinion, confession of sin is a positive practice that bears rich fruit. To neglect confession is the "negative" and depressing way to live, leading to misery, inner turmoil, and unending sorrow. »more