ashamed
embarrassed
foolish
humiliated
sorry
Five words I am voting out of the English language. They are words a healthy human ought not ever feel...because they are based on misguided perceptions of perfection about ourselves, or of others about us...because they stem from accepting standards thare either unrealistic or unattainable...because they all cast us in a negative spotlight...because whatever we learn from experiencing them (usually little) can better be learned in a positive context...because they attack our ability to fully and unqualifiedly accept the reality of who we are...because they demean rathan than ennoble human life...because they are used by others to enhance undeserved feelings of superiority...because they are often used without true meaning...because they contribute to depression and feelings of inadequacy... because they are often said artificially to gain undeserved favors and acceptance.
Here's my tip: the next time you feel ashamed, embarrassed, foolish, humiliated, or sorry, stop and think about whether you did something that makes those feelings rationally deserved, and, if they are, make amends to repair any damage you may have caused, accept the reality of you, and be determined not to have to feel that way in the future...and then forget what you did and move forward with your life.
Or, go 30 days without thinking or using those words and see if you don't feel better about yourself.
Try it, or you may feel sorry you didn't.
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