A Moment of Weakness in the Classroom

I've always prided myself on being a strict professional, maintaining clear boundaries between my personal life and my role as an educator. But recently, I found myself entangled in a situation that has left me feeling deeply conflicted and ashamed. During one of our more relaxed evening classes, when everyone was engrossed in their work, a colleague and I got into an unexpectedly flirtatious exchange. The air felt charged with desire we both seemed to understand but weren't sure how to navigate. In the heat of the moment, we shared a kiss, something that crossed every professional line I hold dear. It lasted only seconds, yet those few moments have haunted me ever since. I've tried to rationalize it as an isolated lapse in judgment, but the guilt and worry about potential consequences weigh heavily on my mind.