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Shame thrives in secrecy from "summary" of Daring Greatly by Brene Brown
Shame is a powerful emotion that can greatly impact our lives if left unaddressed. When we keep our feelings of shame hidden and do not share them with others, they have a way of growing and festering in the darkness. This secrecy only serves to fuel the shame, making it even more potent and all-consuming. By keeping our shame to ourselves, we are essentially allowing it to take control of our thoughts and behaviors. We become prisoners to our shame, unable to break free from its suffocating grip. This isolation only serves to deepen our feelings of unworthiness and inadequacy, creating a cycle of shame that can be difficult to escape. However, when we choose to shine a light on our shame by sharing it with others, we take away its power. By opening up about our feelings of shame and vulnerability, we allow ourselves to be seen and heard in a way that is both hea...
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