Restorative justice is one of the oldest forms of reparations that has been practiced in the human race. The goal of restorative justice is for the victim and offender to both walk away with a clear understanding of why a crime against was committed and how to prevent a pattern of recidivism. Mixing social sciences such as psychology, sociology, and criminal justice, we begin to understand why restorative justice works and the toll on the human psyche that is taken when a victim does not have answers. From the "Compass of Shame" to "Talking Pieces," we dive into the psychology of the human mind and begin to understand the inner workings of restorative justice and how it is applied in a criminal justice setting.