Quote by Erma Bombeck

Guilt: the gift that keeps on giving.

Guilt: the gift that keeps on giving.

Summary

This quote suggests that guilt is a perpetual and enduring emotion that continues to haunt an individual long after a wrongdoing has occurred. It implies that guilt is not a simple feeling but rather a "gift" that has the capacity to linger and create ongoing distress for those who experience it. The quote highlights how guilt can have a lasting impact on a person's well-being, as it serves as a constant reminder of their actions or inactions, causing them to constantly dwell on their moral or ethical transgressions.

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By Erma Bombeck

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