Beyond Shame

Sexual shame is a ubiquitous carryover from many cultural traditions. To paraphrase the wise words of Brené Brown, guilt can be adaptive and helpful to promote positive change in one’s life, while shame (especially that which is based on the grounds of ostracization), in practice, is rarely skillful for enacting positive change. Beyond Shame can help one map out the difference between guilt and shame from the perspective of sexual health, in particular for those from certain religious backgrounds. In doing so, it can help you develop a better understanding of yourself and your values, which is almost always an activity with a high return on investment.