Category: Self Worth
A Journey Worth Taking
- Posted by Sandra Stanford on July 1, 2019 | Topics: "Feeling Stuck", Personal Growth, Self Worth
Brene Brown is a shame researcher who opines: “If you put shame in a petri dish and douse it with secrecy, silence, and judgment, shame grows exponentially.” And it can be debilitating. The main issue with shame is the feeling that there is something wrong with me. I’m a failure is another belief that can … Continue reading “A Journey Worth Taking”
What to do when you’re Feeling Suicidal (or a loved one is)
- Posted by Lindsey Coates Horvatich on February 11, 2019 | Topics: Depression, Self Worth, Trauma
Suicide seems to be everywhere. We see it in the news, we are asked about it in routine medical check ups, and hear about it in many conversations. Celebrities are doing it. Church leaders are doing it. Friends and family members are doing it. No one seems to be exempt from the darkness and confusion … Continue reading “What to do when you’re Feeling Suicidal (or a loved one is)”
Self Doubt
- Posted by Michelle Nason on June 11, 2018 | Topics: Self Worth
In my last blog we focused on fear and how it can take us from a feeling of joy to intense fear in just a blink of an eye. We covered strategies to love ourselves through those moments when the fear is talking louder than love. But, what happens if fear leads to feelings of … Continue reading “Self Doubt”
The Gifts of Imperfection
- Posted by Sandra Stanford on September 30, 2014 | Topics: Personal Growth, Self Worth
One of the women’s groups I offer is based on Brene Brown’s book The Gifts of Imperfection. The material addresses the struggle people experience concerning guilt and shame. Guilt is defined as “I did something wrong.” Shame is “I am something wrong.” The journey of being set free from this mindset can be a long … Continue reading “The Gifts of Imperfection”
Self-Care
- Posted by Robin Nicholas on July 14, 2014 | Topics: Personal Growth, Self Worth
I woke up with a startle. How long had I been asleep? I checked the clock…two hours!!! I had intended to take a 10 minute power nap; but instead it lasted for several hours. Oh my goodness!!! An overwhelming sense of guilt came over me almost immediately. How could I have wasted all that time? … Continue reading “Self-Care”
I’m Amazing! I’m Pathetic (Broken)!
- Posted by Trent Murray on November 18, 2013 | Topics: Personal Growth, Self Worth
I’m a counselor, a therapist, a healer, someone who knows about brokenness and what it means to be healed. I’ve had a messy life and I’ve suffered abuse, loss, disappointment, ridicule and embarrassment. I’ve also had blessings and good things happen in my life. All these experiences mixed with my personality and unique perspective on … Continue reading “I’m Amazing! I’m Pathetic (Broken)!”
The Upside of Shame (Part II)
- Posted by Trent Murray on October 10, 2013 | Topics: Coping, Self Worth
Since writing my last blog post about shame, I’ve had a lot of interaction with different people and spent more time thinking about this topic. I realized my last post needs more explanation as to the different between feeling shame and being ashamed. Feeling Shame vs. Being AshamedWith the advent of Brene Brown’s book “The … Continue reading “The Upside of Shame (Part II)”