This series of talks is aimed at providing new material for both individuals who have been involved in Work for some time and for new individuals who are just becoming familiar with the ideas. In the discussions, I will present psychological information that relates to Work practices and experiences that are not usually spoken about in meetings and, thus, not usually focused on.
- The size of the group will be limited to 35 individuals so that the possibility of discussion becomes possible. Related material for the discussion will be sent to participants two weeks prior to the event to help us all to focus on the topic.
- We ask that when you sign up for the discussion, you make a real commitment, a decision, to actually be there and take part in the discussion and do a small amount of reading or experiential work prior to coming to the meeting.
This will be an interactive discussion regarding a misunderstood and often confusing emotion, shame and its sidekick, guilt. Hold onto your hat!
We will explore the role of shame and guilt in shaping behavior and influencing identity.
We will also explore ways in which we might use the signals that shame transmits to strengthen our observations and our self-awareness. We will be considering the capacities that may be discovered through working with shame and guilt, integrity, dignity, and autonomy.