Yes, it's difficult all right. I empathise with you. And I won't ask how that guilt and shame came to be within you in the first place either, because I'm pretty sure I can guess ((hugs)).

Self awareness of my emotional condition, some mindfulness, and positive self affirmations, have probably been my greatest friends in dealing with very strong guilt and shame; primarily as coping tools Also, due to my circumstances I don't have to be around people a lot, so that's had some positives, as well. But I fully understand not everyone wants to, or are able to, just go their own way alone.

Anyway, I appreciated identifying with, and having an opportunity to share as well.

Thank you.