Although we often use the words guilt and shame interchangeably, understanding the difference between them can be a real eye-opener. Guilt can actually be a quite helpful feeling to experience as it will drive us to change our behaviors and move into a better space. Shame, however, is never helpful. It shuts us down and stops us from progressing. Guilt says, "What I did was bad," and shame says, "I am bad." This has huge implications in our daily journey.
