guilt

• There is a widely read book that tells us everyone is a sinner. Of course, not everyone feels guilt over the bad things they do
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  In contrast, there are those who assume more than their share of the blame
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  There are others, who sooth their consciences with small acts of kindness
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  Or by telling themselves their sins were justified
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  Finally, there are the ones who simply vow to do better next time, and pray
  for forgiveness

from DESPERATE HOUSEWIVES