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Learning to Carry Our Shame and What’s At Stake If We Don’t
Upbuilding The Self
**Coping mechanisms we use to numb the pain of shame **
Individuals often employ various coping mechanisms to deal with shame, whether consciously or unconsciously. A primary, yet fundamental strategy involves distancing oneself from the emotional experience of shame, which is inherently felt in the heart. This overwhelming emotion leads many to numb themselves to avoid confronting the pain. Several numbing strategies can manifest, including using feelings of shame as motivation to improve or prove oneself, such as utilizing the embarrassment of losing a game to fuel determination for future successes. Ultimately, these coping mechanisms either push individuals away from their emotional core or lead them to shut down entirely, preventing engagement with the profound pain tied to shame.
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