Motherhood means a daily experience of guilt and anxiety about our kids, especially for working moms in America. It is so universal that we don’t question it: being a mom means feeling guilty all the ...

What parent hasn’t been there? It’s been a long day, you still have dinner to make, maybe lunches for tomorrow, too, and you just don’t have the energy to wrangle your kids into a new art project or ...

A few years ago, researchers in Germany set out to plumb the moral consciences of small children. They invited a series of 2- and 3-year-olds to play with a marble track in a lab. Close to the ...

Ever feel the weight of guilt? Lots of people say they do. They're "carrying guilt" or "weighed down by guilt." Are these just expressions, or is there something more to these metaphors? Researchers ...

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Guilt, like worry, is a useless emotion—useless because we don’t need to feel bad about ourselves to take corrective actions. Guilt is a useless emotion for three basic reasons: You can't change the ...

In the era of supermom influencers and unrealistic expectations to “do it all”—including the often invisible labor of managing a household—of course many mothers feel like nothing is ever enough.

Identifying the source of guilty feelings, reflecting on intentions, and seeking reconciliation can all help alleviate feelings of guilt. Although it can be a difficult emotion, guilt can help us ...

Many people confuse shame and guilt, and it is useful to know the difference between the two. The first reason is that shame often masks anger and vice versa. Some chronically angry and raging people ...

In a guilt-based relationship, you may be forced to take responsibility for things that aren’t your fault. Here’s how to recognize and break free of this dynamic. Guilt is a powerful emotion—one that ...

New Yorkers march as they take part in a strike to demand action on the global climate crisis. New Yorkers march as they take part in a strike to demand action on the global climate crisis.Getty ...