Are We Truly Guilty?
First, we can and should determine if we are truly culpable for the offense or wrongdoing. Sometimes we accept responsibility because we want to believe we can control all adversities in our lives. Or sometimes we accept responsibility because it’s what we or others expect. If we are not truly culpable, we can and should reject the guilt; let it go; not let the expectations of others control our lives.
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Guilt, regret, shame, and worry are not 4 independent stressors, but are often interrelated. They represent a virtual linear cascade that builds in intensity and duration, like a musical crescendo. Which of the 4 do you believe the crescendo is? You’d be surprised.
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