Shame and Guilt with Sabrina Little
37m | Sep 9, 2026In this episode, Jordan talks with Sabrina Little about the complex emotions of shame and guilt, their roles in moral development, and their significance within Christian and Aristotelian frameworks. This discussion offers valuable insights into how these emotions shape our moral and spiritual lives.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the episode and guest
00:29 Jordan introduces the topic of shame and guilt
01:42 Sabrina Little's background and interest in moral emotions
03:26 Definitions and distinctions between shame and guilt
04:25 Psychological and theological perspectives on shame and guilt
06:21 Historical and cultural views on these emotions
09:04 The role of shame and guilt in virtue development
11:52 Christian framework and identity in Christ
14:56 The Christian life and emotional growth
20:30 Shame, guilt, and the afterlife in Christian theology
21:18 Involuntary sins and moral emotions
22:55 Standard of righteousness in Christian life
23:33 The societal shift away from shame and its consequences
26:48 Shame and Christ's atonement
27:11 Humility, shame, and moral development
28:35 Christian vs. Aristotelian frameworks on virtue and emotions
30:53 Future research directions in moral emotions
32:13 Reception of ideas on shame and guilt in society
35:45 Upcoming publications and follow-up on Sabrina Little's work
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