Listen "Breaking Free from Shame"
Episode Synopsis
In this deeply personal and insightful episode of Growing Up Quiet, Morgan Tomasello opens up about her own journey with toxic shame and its profound impact on her life. Drawing from her past experiences, Morgan explores how shame can silently shape our thoughts, behaviors, and relationships. She dives into the key differences between shame, regret, and guilt, offering listeners a clearer understanding of how each emotion affects our daily lives.Morgan also shares practical strategies for breaking free from the grip of shame, helping you heal and move forward with greater self-compassion and authenticity. Whether you're struggling with shame or simply seeking to understand it better, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable steps for overcoming one of the most pervasive and destructive emotions.Tune in for a transformative conversation on how to reclaim your sense of self and heal from the inside out.References: Budiarto, Y., & Helmi, A. F. (2021). Shame and self-esteem: A meta-analysis. Psycho-Oncology, 30(7), 1217–1227. https://doi.org/10.1002/pon.5779Brouillette, R. (2021, June 28). The scientific underpinnings and impacts of shame. Scientific American. https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-scientific-underpinnings-and-impacts-of-shame/Brouillette, R. (2024, October 1). Chronic shame: The biggest problem you didn’t know you have. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/flipping-out/202410/chronic-shame-the-biggest-problem-you-didnt-know-you-haveBradshaw, J. (1988). Healing the shame that binds you. Health Communications.Brown, B. (2007). I thought it was just me (but it isn’t): Making the journey from "what will people think?" to "I am enough". Gotham Books.Martin, S. (n.d.). Healing shame and self-criticism. Sharon Martin Counseling. Retrieved January 1, 2025, from https://sharonmartincounseling.com/healing-shame-and-self-criticism/
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