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The Fallacy of Guilt

What then…should you do if you make a mistake? There are many productive actions that you can take, other than feeling guilty. To name a few, you can take responsibility for what you have done, ask for forgiveness, and offer to make amends. Rather than blaming yourself and ruminating over a long list of “if only” statements, you can accept what has happened and stop fighting “what is.”

Regardless of how you choose to respond, be sure to learn from your experience. It is the learning, not the guilt, that will keep you from repeating your mistakes. It’s also important to forgive yourself. If this is difficult for you, try giving yourself the same compassion and understanding that you’d give to a friend who made a decision with a negative consequence. It is only through forgiveness and growth that we can use our mistakes to expand our experience in a positive way.

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4 Responses to “The Fallacy of Guilt”

  1. Denise Walsh Says:
    April 9th, 2011 at 11:54 am

    Hi Amy,
    I enjoy your newsletters immensely. They are full of insight and wisdom..you have a precious gift in relaying your thoughts in a beautiful way. Thank you for your inspirational loving words!
    Jeff is in my prayers for a full recovery. I think of your parents daily as I know that they are walking this journey with him.

    Namaste,
    Denise Walsh (and Rich)
    Your Mom and Dad’s Cape Cod sailing friends.

  2. Cliff Harwin Says:
    April 9th, 2011 at 7:22 pm

    Hi Amy M,

    Very thought provoking and colorful newsletter as always!

    I definitely related to your articles about taking things for granted and guilt. You certainly put things in their proper perspective.

    I pray for your brother’s full recovery and that you and your family will have peace of mind.

    Best Regards,
    Cliff

  3. Mary Says:
    April 12th, 2011 at 9:09 am

    Nicely done, Amy. I always look forward to receiving and reading your newsletters. In particular this most recent one put lots of things in perspective for me. Know that your brother Jeff and all of your family are in my thoughts. I have asked my mom to say some prayers as well as she seems to have some type of divine connection.

    Always,
    Mary

  4. admin Says:
    April 13th, 2011 at 9:36 am

    Thanks to all of you for your kind words. I am so glad that you enjoy the newsletter, and I really appreciate your prayers and thoughts for my brother and our family during this difficult time. We are staying strong in our faith that Jeff will win his battle with leukemia.

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