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Shame is real. Despite the fact that it’s not something we can physically touch, the impact of chronic shame touches every aspect of an individual’s life, including and especially one’s relationships. What follows is a narrative about a life diminished by shame. Although the narrator and the circumstances of his
Self-sabotage and self-destructive behaviors are common struggles that often motivate people to seek therapy. Despite a conscious desire to change, many find themselves acting against their own best interests while trapped in cycles of avoidance, procrastination, addiction, infidelity, or unhealthy relationships. Traditionally, psychology has labeled such behaviors as “masochistic,” suggesting
We all have an inner critic—a voice within that evaluates, judges, and often berates us. While it may vary in tone and intensity from person to person, the inner critic is a near-universal experience. It frequently manifests as self-doubt, harsh judgment, or relentless perfectionism, shaping how we view ourselves and
There are a wide range of issues that can motivate someone to start therapy. Anxiety and depression, struggles with alcohol and/or substances, relationship challenges, and the fallout of infidelity are common examples. Emotional distress, self-sabotaging behaviors, or a pervasive sense of unease often stem from underlying issues that may not
“I wish I could be more like my friend Jermaine. When he gets rejected, he just shrugs and lets it roll off his back. ‘Their loss,’ he’ll say, sometimes with a tinge of anger. But not me. When I get rejected, I sink down into a shame response so deep