The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos When Guilt is Good... and When it's Not
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Feb 7, 2022 Valorie Burton, a life coach and author of "Let Go of the Guilt," shares her profound insights on guilt. She discusses how guilt can be both a motivator for positive change and a crippling burden fueled by unrealistic expectations. Valorie examines the impact of guilt on mothers balancing careers and family life, introducing the 'peel method' for reframing emotions and managing guilt effectively. This enlightening conversation encourages listeners to differentiate between authentic and false guilt, and to embrace self-compassion.
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The Cereal Incident
- Valorie Burton felt guilty letting her son eat cereal at the table, leading to a rushed morning.
- She hit a curb and busted a tire while rushing to get her son to the school bus.
The Nature of Guilt
- Guilt often involves a flurry of "I'm not good enough" thoughts.
- It can also trigger automatic reactions, hindering rational decision-making.
Gender and Guilt
- Research suggests women are more guilt-prone than men.
- Women's guilt often revolves around work-life balance, even without children.
