How Guilt and Shame Impact Your Relationship

There are many reasons that individuals experience guilt and shame. According to research, males and females experience guilt in different ways. For instance, women more often experience guilt around a sense of responsibility for the well being of others, whereas men feel guilty about making mistakes or because of difficulties in their marriage/relationship.

When partners become trapped in cycles of guilt and shame they often become physiologically aroused and experience flooding. When partners are emotionally overwhelmed, they are not able to connect with what is driving their guilt or shame. Understanding the causes of guilt and shame is one of the most important tools for couples to have healthy relationships.

Join us for a webinar presented by a Certified Gottman Therapist., Dr. Dana McNeil to learn about the role guilt and shame play in modern relationships. You will get an overview of the issues that often lead people to experience guilt and shame and learn tools to help overcome relationship challenges due to the presence of guilt or shame.