The Power of Shame
Ever have that feeling that something is a little bit off in the way you’re taking on life? On the outside, you look like you have it all...
The Value of Endings
Three years ago, Connie began a job with a start up company. If all went well, she would make a hefty salary and share in the profits....
Self Compassion: The Antidote to Shame
Chief Inspector Gamache is the main character in Louise Penny’s Three Pines book series. He is an honest man with integrity and a desire...
The Shame Cycle: What It Is and How to Step Off of It!
Sue had a bad day. She missed an important deadline at work on a project that was important to her job. This came at the same time as she...
How Does Shame Develop?
We’ve established that shame can be both a powerful motivator while also operating without the effort of conscious thought. Something...
What Is Shame?
Jack came into the office feeling deep and painful shame. “I made so many stupid decisions,” he told me. “I hurt everyone I love and who...
Shame And Depression Work Together
Roger is depressed because of the death of a close friend. He was told to go to a self help group. Stacy fought depression all her adult...
Wrecked by Success: Four Reasons Success Leads to Failure
Have you had the experience of wanting something, working hard to get it and when you finally earned it, you no longer wanted it? You're...
The False Self as Witness
In the previous post, we asked the question,"Do you know your true self?" Today, let's take a closer look at what the false self is, and...
The Grief of Suicide
Once again, we are confronted with suicide in the headlines as two respected and admired celebrities chose to end their lives: fashion...