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ManTalks Podcast
A Man's Guide To Ending Shame
Apr 25, 2024
Explore the roots of shame, its connection to trauma, and the challenge of overcoming it. Learn about the somatic component, the physical side of shame, and the importance of seeking professional help. Discover ten ways to break free, including using curiosity, mindfulness skills, and reframing shame as a belief rather than identity. Embrace honest conversations and practice assertiveness to combat shame in a supportive group setting.
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- Shame is a survival response triggered in threatening environments, reinforced by trauma, leading to a collapse sensation.
- Strategic approaches like curiosity, mindfulness, and reframing help combat shame patterns, segregating personhood from behavior for healing.
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Understanding Shame as a Survivor Response
Shame is explained as a survival response, akin to the fight, flight, or freeze reactions in animals, triggered in environments threatening one's sense of belonging or safety. It serves as a defense mechanism, especially for those exposed to abuse, neglect, or emotional volatility, indicating a deeply ingrained physiological survival strategy.
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