The Science of Failing Well | Amy Edmondson
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The difference between shame and guilt
Shame focuses on feeling unworthy as a person, while guilt is more about recognizing a specific action that can be changed. Shame tends to hold us back and makes us feel like we don't belong, whereas guilt can lead to wise remorse, which is focused on acknowledging a mistake without adding a whole story about how irredeemably terrible we are. Wise remorse is the doorway into a good apology and learning, giving us the power to take responsibility for our contributions and resolve to do better.
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