Episode 59: I Didn’t Get Rid of Shame — I’m Outgrowing It

About this episode

The episode discusses the complexities of shame and how to navigate it in the context of recovery.

Send us Fan Mail Everyone says “drop the shame.” But what if that’s not how it works? In this episode, we break down what shame actually looks like in real life—low energy, avoidance, distraction, depression—and why you can’t just get rid of it. We talk about what actually reduces shame, who you should (and shouldn’t) open up to, and how honesty is what starts to change things. Support the show Twitter: @beyondbrokeness Email: sexualbrokennesspodcast@gmail.com

People in this episode

Hosts: Sean, Dayne

Topics covered

• shame
• mental health
• honesty
• recovery
• emotional well-being

Keywords

• shame
• recovery
• mental health
• honesty
• depression
• avoidance
• distraction

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