In every situation weigh the pros and cons and avoid evil. A wrong kind of shame could harm you.
There is a shame which leads to sin and there is a shame which merits praise and respect.
Do not act against your better self to win favor from others. Do not let this kind of shame lead you into sin.
Do not remain silent when it is necessary to speak. Do not, through pride, hide your wisdom.
It is in speech that wisdom is recognized and learning in the spoken discourse.
Do not contradict the truth; rather confess your lack of knowledge.
Have no shame in confessing your sins, do not swim against the tide.
Do not cringe before a fool; do not be influenced by the powerful.
Fight for the truth till death and the Lord will fight for you.
Do not be daring in your speech, but lazy and negligent in works.
Do not be like a lion in your household, finding fault with your servants and oppressing those under you.
Do not open your hand to receive and keep it closed when you should give.
Sirach 4:20-31