08/26/2026
There are truths about human relationships that deserve to be stated plainly: shame is not a healthy tool for teaching, correction, connection, or growth. In short, shame is not a healthy tool under any circumstances – period.
Historically, shame was widely used to control behavior. In homes, schools, religious institutions, and workplaces, humiliation and embarrassment were often mistaken for discipline or moral instruction. Thus, people learned through fear, fear of exposure, criticism, rejection, or ridicule. We have to wonder what they really learned, other than fear.
Though times have changed, remnants of this approach still linger in everyday life...
Read more: https://potentialsccc.com/the-quiet-damage-of-shame/