Defeating Shame: Reclaim Your Worth and Embrace Authenticity
Episode Overview
Understand the difference between false guilt and shame. Learn practical strategies to overcome feelings of shame. Explore the roots of shame from childhood experiences. Discover the power of forgiveness in healing. Embrace self-compassion and authenticity.
Shame is more about feeling fundamentally flawed and unworthy as a person, regardless of our actions.
Ever felt like shame has a chokehold on your life? In this episode of Genuine Life Recovery, Jodie Stevens dives deep into the impact of shame on addiction and recovery. You'll hear personal stories and reflections that differentiate between false guilt and shame, and practical strategies to overcome them. Jodie shares her own journey, revealing how she used alcohol to mask feelings of inadequacy and shame, only to find true healing through self-compassion and forgiveness.
The episode also explores the roots of shame, often stemming from childhood criticism, neglect, or abuse, and how these experiences shape our adult lives. Jodie discusses the power of vulnerability and authenticity in breaking free from shame's grip. With a mix of biblical references and psychological insights, this episode is both enlightening and comforting. By the end, you'll understand the importance of self-acceptance and the transformative power of forgiveness.
Don't miss this opportunity to reclaim your worth and embrace your authentic self.