Navigating Decisions: Focus on Shame and Guilt

Avoid making decisions based on the pursuit of pleasure. Instead, consider the potential shame and guilt that may follow. By thinking through the lens of shame and guilt, we can avoid many bad decisions. Our society emphasizes pleasure and devalues shame and guilt, but embracing the ability to reject certain temptations gives us a clear identity. This is particularly relevant in the changing landscape of gender roles where traditional norms are being questioned and blurred.