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Shame vs Guilt – Key Distinctions for Healthy Living

Shame vs Guilt – Key Distinctions for Healthy Living

by rick_patterson | Jan 3, 2021 | Christianity, Guilt, Shame

Shame vs Guilt is one of the most frequent topics I address. This is partly because much of my work is done in Christian circles and “guilt” is the operative word among Western Christians. Further, as a result of our Christian heritage and DNA in the US, it’s a...
Keep going. Empathy, Compassion and Kindness Matter

Keep going. Empathy, Compassion and Kindness Matter

by rick_patterson | Dec 31, 2020 | Christianity, Compassion, Courage, Empathy, Shame

“I’m tired boss…. Remember that from the Green Mile?” And his look said the rest. Now what? Toward the end of my time in ministry, I can remember standing in the back of the church building as worship was starting. This guy, who I’ve always...

The intersection of shame and Christianity – the cross

by rick_patterson | Mar 31, 2019 | Christianity, Psychology, Shame, Spirituality

I’ve spent years in Christian training and ministry. As such, I’m often asked about the relationship between Christianity and shame. Ultimately, this relationship boils down to the cross. What did it mean? Why did it happen? What does it say to us? How did...
The Danger of Pastoral Narcissism

The Danger of Pastoral Narcissism

by rick_patterson | Nov 16, 2017 | Christianity, Psychology, Shame, Success

Narcissism brings pain to many   Half the harm that is done in this world is due to people who want to feel important. They don’t mean to do harm– but the harm does not interest them. Or they do not see it, or they justify it because they are absorbed in the...
Shame vs Pride: Shame is the Source of Pride

Shame vs Pride: Shame is the Source of Pride

by rick_patterson | Nov 11, 2017 | Christianity, Pride, Psychology, Shame

Is it all really about pride? Pride vs shame is a complicated question that, frankly, is quite simple. I am frequently challenged to explain the difference between pride and shame; usually from people with some or extensive experience in Christianity. I aim to show...
God’s Calling For Me

God’s Calling For Me

by rick_patterson | Sep 20, 2017 | Achievement, Christianity, Fear, Psychology, Shame

“God’s call for me” has been a life conundrum of mine. From Corporate America To Ministry and Back In 2001, I left corporate America (the paper industry) to go full time into ministry since I had recently received my Master’s Degree in Divinity. It...

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