Soaking in a hot bath, savouring a late-night chocolate, and relishing in moments of peace and quiet are often regarded as guilty pleasures for some women. In my attempt to uncover the rationale behind this, I searched for more sinister guilt-inducing acts.
CALL THE PIZZA POLICE
Guilt is associated with the realisation of having committed an offence or crime, either explicitly or implicitly. In an article published by Shape, Beyoncé revealed her guilty pleasure: eating pizza without any restrictions – but only on Sundays. Similarly, for me, it entails a generous spoonful of peanut butter on fresh white bread, without any preference for artisanal sourdough over the humble garage loaf.
PARKING LOT PEACE
My quest for indulgences that evoke a sense of guilt extends beyond the realm of the pantry. Along with mischievous snacks, many women confess to binge-watching reality TV, shopping online and seeking novel ways to relish moments of tranquil seclusion. I’ve dubbed the last point ’parking lot peace’. It involves remaining seated in the car for a few extra moments longer than necessary and serves as a quiet retreat from the chaos of daily life, including the demands of children and, for some, partners. This trend has gained serious momentum, elevating it to the status of a bona fide movement.
It appears as though most guilty pleasures consist of snacks and selfcare, with no criminal intent involved. However, the question arises as to why these innocuous practices are associated with guilt. It all stems from judgement – both societal and self-imposed.
THE ROOT OF ALL GUILT
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