The Level Up Guys explore mental, emotional, and physical health to help you improve your quality of life and level up. In this episode of The Level Up Guys podcast, hosts Billy and Jarrett continue their discussion about guilt and shame—this time diving deeper into how to recognize, unpack, and move through them.Chapters00:00 Mindfulness and Self-Awareness05:20 The Growth of Understanding Shame07:38 Empathy as a Cure for Shame10:04 Guilt vs. Shame: Understanding the Difference12:49 The Importance of Relationship Repair22:21 Navigating Grudges and Forgiveness28:16 Unpacking Regrets and Moving Forward31:04 Introduction and Overview31:04 Key Insights and TakeawaysJarrett offers practical tools for identifying shame triggers and explains how to separate our authentic selves from shame-based self-talk. They discuss how to recognize guilt as an opportunity for growth and connection—especially when paired with honest apologies, remorse, and behavioral change. Billy opens up about his own experiences with perfectionism and ADHD, sparking a thoughtful exchange about authenticity, judgment, and self-acceptance.Together, they emphasize that healing doesn’t come from avoiding these feelings, but from acknowledging them with compassion and vulnerability. You’ll also hear about the science behind why verbal communication—not texts—is key to true emotional repair, and how simple but intentional actions can make the heavy load of shame easier to carry.If you're ready to transform guilt into growth and break free from the silence of shame, this episode offers the perspective and tools to start that journey.The Level Up Guys podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice. Please consult a qualified professional for medical advice, and remember to do your own research.ResourcesWe love sharing resources and invite you all to level up with us. Below, you’ll find a curated list of standout reads and tools we genuinely believe are worth your time (and money). If you use the links, you’ll also be supporting the Level Up Guys podcast. Thanks for being part of the journey.Tony Robbins – Awaken the Giant WithinExplores how language shapes our emotions, energy, and actions. A must-read for understanding personal transformation through mindset shifts.👉 Get it on Amazon - https://amzn.to/4dn8zPLLisa Feldman Barrett – How Emotions Are MadeBreaks down the science of emotions—how they’re constructed, triggered, and felt. Perfect if you’re curious about the brain-body connection behind what we feel.👉 Get it on Amazon - https://amzn.to/3YSnWK2Brené Brown – Daring GreatlyA deep dive into vulnerability, shame, guilt, and courage. Explores how embracing discomfort can lead to stronger relationships and greater personal power.👉 Get it on Amazon - https://amzn.to/3GUEkUiGlennon Doyle – UntamedEncourages radical self-discovery and authenticity. Her take on jealousy as “admiration holding its breath” hits hard—and this book expands on that beautifully.👉 Get it on Amazon - https://amzn.to/45jTUCTBecky Kennedy – Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to BeGrounded in emotional intelligence, this one’s not just for parents—it’s a masterclass in guilt, growth, and how to show up better for others (and yourself).👉 Get it on Amazon - https://amzn.to/4dk66p4Dr. Ethan Kross – Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness ItUnpacks the power of self-talk and how to create distance from unhelpful inner narratives. A practical guide to turning mental noise into clarity.👉 Get it on Amazon - https://amzn.to/3Flf9cPConnect With UsListen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6BJNUL1tZgCH9L0tRNOtQwListen on Apple Podcast  https://podcasts.apple.com/by/podcast/the-level-up-guys/id1788795397Listen on Amazon https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/4afb7cd0-cc40-44a6-a6ba-d0021dfcb10b/the-level-up-guysGet to know Jarrett : https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/jarrett-clayman-framingham-ma/1328337We’d love to hear from you! Connect with us at [email protected]. Let’s level up together!CreditsSpecial thanks to the amazing people behind the scenes that make the Level Up Guys podcast possible:Producer, Moe Murillo – for steering the ship forward, keeping everything on schedule.Connect with Moe here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mauricio-murillo-capm-csmMusic provided by Remix Live (license free)Artwork by Billy Batten and Moe.

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