Shame vs guilt

Guilt vs. Shame: The Difference Between Helpful Guilt, Unhelpful Guilt, and Shame.

This simple infographic can help you work through self-criticism and determine whether you are feeling helpful guilt, unhelpful guilt, or shame.

All of us can resonate with the gripping force of shame in our lives--and the longing to give our kids something more. Here, guilt vs. shame-parenting.

Brené Brown on the difference between shame and guilt. Shame focuses on self, guilt on behavior. Shame is "I am bad." Guilt is "I did something bad."

Shame and guilt are on the same continuum of negative emotions and tend to be reactive, but they hold different meanings. Shame encompasses feelings that come from others or our own inner voice. These feelings often make us feel as though we’re not living up to certain standards. Guilt tends to feel as though we’ve