Posted by KarenB on April 21, 2000, at 11:27:19
In reply to Re: what is Self Esteem? / Janice, posted by Mark H. on April 21, 2000, at 2:54:05
Mark,
Really great post. I agree with your definition and that "accurate self knowledge" is key to mental and spiritual health.
About the statement you made on "guilt" - do you mean to say, "shame?" I think that shame, rather than guilt, would be the flip side of pride. It is my understanding that guilt refers to a particular action that was wrong and the normal, healthy feeling of sorrow for one's actions that should follow. Shame rather says, "I am bad" and centers on unhealthy self evaluation. Shame, unlike guilt, does not promote change but only further wallowing. Would you agree?
Karen
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