although the description of our experience of shame is often couched in words, its essence is first felt. Though I may say, “I should have been better at that” or “I’m not good enough,” the power of those moments lies in our emotional response to the evoking stimulus, be that a comment, a glance or a recollection of that day in third grade when your teacher pointed out in front of the rest of the class that you weren’t that bright.
