SHAME AND TRAUMA HEALING
Identifying shameful emotions is the first step in seeking Christian Therapy for shame. Some people are completely unaware of their shame. Others are aware that they are embarrassed but are afraid that seeking therapy may compel them to reveal their embarrassment to others. Because shame is linked to emotions of unworthiness and low self-esteem, some people are afraid that others who help them will discover that their shame is merited. They are afraid of being exposed, and they are concerned that if the truth were out, others would reject them. Shame is the feeling that a person is evil or wrong at their heart. A person may experience guilt for no apparent cause or long after making atonement for wrongdoing. Shame can cause a variety of mental health issues, such as despair and anxiety. It could also make it harder to form intimate relationships with others. Some people are paralyzed by shame to the point where they can't function at their job or school. Brené Brown, ...