guilt-control

When someone, or some party, attempts to use the concept of guilt (not necessarily actual guilt) in order to manipulate a person or people, into doing something that would be against their best interest. It's a tactic of manipulation that does not require actual guilt, just the presumption of guilt. Usage of the term asserts against the rhetorical trap of implied guilt, by summarily denying the implied guilt and exposing the guilt as an intended form of control.

party a: 10 years ago you got into that accident, and I know you say it wasn't your fault, but it's probably in our best interest if we never let you drive again.
party b: Your attempts at guilt-control are obvious, so please stop.

by zerowarranty August 16, 2024

Guilt Tripping

Making someone for felling guilty for not doing something

Guy 1: "Guys I miss Izzie"
Guy 2: "What happened to Izzie?"
Guy 1: "Nothing i just miss her because she always has plans with her boyfriend"
That's guilt tripping (I didn't know how to include the word)

by J4C1< April 22, 2025

designer dog guilt

Someone who pays a breeder for a particular type of dog may do so seeking certain characteristics common to that breed, that may not be found taking chances with a shelter dog which often is no less loving, and in need of a home, resulting in feelings of designer dog guilt.

No kill shelter or not, your spent $3,000 on a dog when countless adorable animals in shelters, available for free no less, need a forever home? What's wrong with you?!!! Don't you have any designer dog guilt?

by ribick September 17, 2023

Guilt

The feeling you get when you don't listen to your Daemon.

Iam "I've absolved myself of guilt by way of kenosis. I no longer attempt to imitate the creature."

by Hym Iam July 24, 2022

Smoker Guilt

The Act of Purposefully Coughing when waking past a Smoker in an act to make them feel Bad or Guilty. Typically done as a child to add an extra layer of guilt.

“Why are you coughing so much, are you okay?”
“I’m Good, I’m just trying to Smoker Guilt this guy.”

by JXSphere February 26, 2022

Survivors guilt

happens when individuals feel guilty after they survive a tragic, near death, or traumatic event when others perished.

He carried the weight of survivors guilt, wondering why he was the one who made it out alive.

by Mexicanbuttholecheeksgod October 29, 2025

Survivors guilt

The feeling of disgust against oneself after surviving something traumatic. This brings on alot of self-blame.

"His hands still lingered on me. I feel disgusting.. Survivors guilt huh..? "

by Pr3tty Gh0ul November 1, 2025