I'm most probably in a different category because of my professional involvement in mental health. I believe that everyone always does their very best under the external and internal circumstances. Thus no shame or blame is attached. There may be personal responsibilities about being mentally healthier.
I'm most probably in a different category because of my professional involvement in mental health. I believe that everyone always does their very best under the external and internal circumstances. Thus no shame or blame is attached. There may be personal responsibilities about being mentally healthier.
I may be wrong, but I suspect that shame may be stronger in the US. Certainly, many cultures would be likely to have a "pull yourself together" attitude.
I think your instincts about there being more or a stronger sense of shame in the US is accurate. My family—though not exactly religious—were deeply influenced by the “shame on you” bs from Baptist and similar denominations. At least that’s how it was in my family. The audacity and zucking hypocrisy are real! :-p
I might not be around to directly support you or anyone else. Just hold it in your heart that I love and care for you (and most people). I neither blame nor shame but hold out a hand of moral support.
I'm most probably in a different category because of my professional involvement in mental health. I believe that everyone always does their very best under the external and internal circumstances. Thus no shame or blame is attached. There may be personal responsibilities about being mentally healthier.
I may be wrong, but I suspect that shame may be stronger in the US. Certainly, many cultures would be likely to have a "pull yourself together" attitude.
I think your instincts about there being more or a stronger sense of shame in the US is accurate. My family—though not exactly religious—were deeply influenced by the “shame on you” bs from Baptist and similar denominations. At least that’s how it was in my family. The audacity and zucking hypocrisy are real! :-p
I might not be around to directly support you or anyone else. Just hold it in your heart that I love and care for you (and most people). I neither blame nor shame but hold out a hand of moral support.
Thank you, kind Ray. 🌈✌️❤️🫂