Quote by Louis Kronenberger

One of the misfortunes of our time is, that in getting rid of false shame, we have killed off so much real shame as well.

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This quote highlights a negative consequence of the progress made in eliminating false shame from society. While the removal of baseless or unjustifiable shame can be seen as a positive development, it has resulted in the decline of genuine shame. In this context, genuine shame refers to a natural sense of moral responsibility, remorse, or self-reflection arising from one's actions that are truly objectionable or wrong. By eradicating both false and real shame, we risk losing a crucial compass for guiding ethical behavior and personal growth.

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