Feelings of guilt and shame, while fundamentally human, can often keep us trapped in a cycle of self-criticism and emotional distress.
In her article for Hope to Cope, Robin L. Flanigan writes, "Shame and guilt are two sides of the same coin, different things that often get experienced together and tend to feed our negative self-judgments."
Learning to identify our emotions allows us to begin to move forward, and break out the cycle of self-judgement and self-criticism. This article highlights the differences between guilt and shame, and offers strategies for moving past self-judgment and toward self-compassion. Read the full article by following the link below:
Shame & Guilt: Two Sides of the Same Coin
In her article for Hope to Cope, Robin L. Flanigan writes, "Shame and guilt are two sides of the same coin, different things that often get experienced together and tend to feed our negative self-judgments."
Learning to identify our emotions allows us to begin to move forward, and break out the cycle of self-judgement and self-criticism. This article highlights the differences between guilt and shame, and offers strategies for moving past self-judgment and toward self-compassion. Read the full article by following the link below:
Shame & Guilt: Two Sides of the Same Coin
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