64. Releasing Shameful Thoughts

Shameful thoughts are still just thoughts. Thoughts not facts. In this episode, Kristen shares her personal experience working with a coach to address shame. She discusses hows shame can keep us stuck and small, and how it is important to release and let go of shame. But- that's easier said than done. The breakthough for Kristen was really understanding that shame thoughts are just thoughts, and that there are other possibilities and ways to think about ourselves. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Context 02:14 Choosing to Work with Shame 03:22 Recognizing the Impact of Buried Shame 05:13 Process of Releasing Shame 06:09 Importance of Finding Support 07:41 Realizing Shame Thoughts are Just Thoughts 08:52 Expanding Thinking Beyond Shame 10:08 Embracing Freedom from Shame 11:17 Conclusion and Well Wishes