my stepfather has been in the hospital this week and i have n't called him . i feel kind of ashamed and awkward about it . why , did you hesitate in the first place ? to be honest , i do n't really like him . it has n't been a very good marriage with my mom . i see than , i could tell you that you should just overcome yourself and do it , but its you own personal business ... thanks , i probably will call . i do feel embarrassed because i know it is the right thing to do .
The person is feeling guilty for not taking an action they know is the right thing to do.