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Is It Possible to Love Someone Else If We Don’t Love Ourselves?

Can we truly love others if we don’t love ourselves? This post explores performance‑based love, trauma’s impact on connection, and why self‑love builds safer relationships.

Catholic Guilt Is Really Catholic Shame Misidentified

If you grew up Catholic, as I did—or were even adjacent to Catholic culture—you’ve probably heard the term “Catholic guilt.” It’s almost a joke in some circles.
“I feel guilty

Mat Wuebben 8/4/25 Mat Wuebben 8/4/25

Many confuse Catholic guilt with guilt—but it’s often deep-rooted shame. Learn the difference and why healing requires compassion, not more confession.