Discussion: Guilt & Shame

Why we picked it

Guilt and shame are often spoken about as if they are the same thing. They are not. And how we understand the difference can shape how we see ourselves, how we respond to others, and what we allow in our lives. *** **What This Conversation Is About** This discussion explores the difference between guilt and shame, and how each one shows up in our lives. * When do we feel guilt, and what is it pointing to? * When does that shift into shame? * What do we make those feelings mean about ourselves? We will look at how these experiences influence: * How we interpret situations where we feel wronged or crossed * What we tolerate and what we do not * How we respond to conflict and boundaries * The behaviors that follow when these feelings are left unexamined This is not about theory. It is about how these patterns actually play out in everyday life. *** **The Approach** This is a structured, facilitated conversation where participants are invited to reflect on their own experiences and