Emotions: Unlocked - Episode Six - Shame
The conversation begins with a discussion on universal emotions, fixing a spotlight on the insidious emotion of shame. Personal experiences of self-blame are shared for better understanding. The role of shame in causing anxiety and avoidance behavior is highlighted, emphasizing its impact on our daily activities and routines from childhood to adulthood. Guest speakers discuss how shame can lead to people-pleasing tendencies, self-doubt, and poor boundary setting. The conversation veers towards a simple yet impactful exercise to help listeners disconnect from shame and gain clearer consciousness of their feelings. Participants share their experiences with the exercise, underlining the important physiological effect of such an emotional release. The discussion concludes on notes of optimism, pointing towards the potential utility of such exercises in increasing self-awareness and emotional management skills among children, employees, and individuals in general.
00:01 Introduction and Topic Reveal
00:18 Understanding Shame and Its Impact
02:08 Personal Experiences with Shame
02:51 The Role of Shame in Self-Perception
03:47 Origins of Shame in Childhood
05:01 Effects of Shame on Personal and Professional Life
07:05 The Connection Between Shame and Self-Judgment
07:19 Overcoming Shame and Establishing Boundaries
08:41 The Impact of Shame on Decision Making
10:19 Shame in Society and Its Effects on Children
16:42 Practical Tips to Counteract Self-Criticism
17:26 Overcoming Self-Criticism
17:57 Introduction to Visualization Meditation
19:03 Guided Visualization Meditation
00:01 Post-Meditation Discussion
28:48 Impact of Releasing Shame
31:00 Personal Experiences and Insights
35:33 The Importance of Addressing Shame
37:10 Closing Remarks
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