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I Thought It Was Just Me (but it isn’t) by Brené Brown | Book Summary

Feb 21, 2023
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Explore the concept of shame and the role of empathy in overcoming shame. Understand and identify shame triggers and learn about the power of relationships in managing shame. Embrace vulnerability and confront shame to forge connections and heal.
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Quick takeaways

  • Empathy is a powerful antidote to shame, helping us overcome it and feel more accepted.
  • Recognizing and understanding shame allows us to process and overcome it, while critical awareness reveals its social causes and manipulations.

Deep dives

Shame is a painful emotion caused by rejection

Shame is a deeply painful sensation stemming from the belief that we're not good enough and will not be accepted by a group. It arises when we seek compassion but experience rejection instead. Lack of empathy precipitates shame.

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