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Shame vs. Guilt

2 books in the library reach for this idea - each in its own way. When independent authors converge on one concept, it usually deserves attention.

  • Daring Greatly

    Brené Brown · Rated 6 · Worth skimming

    How this book uses it: Shame = "I am bad"; Guilt = "I did something bad." Use guilt-based feedback: "That report had errors" not "I'm incompetent."

  • The Gifts of Imperfection

    Brené Brown · Rated 7 · Recommended

    How this book uses it: Shame = "I am bad" (identity attack, leads to depression). Guilt = "I did something bad" (behavior critique, leads to correction). Use guilt constructively, reject shame.