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The Power of Vulnerability: Navigating Shame and Guilt

adoptee identity adoptees grief healing shame trauma healing Nov 27, 2025

Here are the pdfs of what I shared in the podcast

Acrostics and Limiting Beliefs: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vwJSRMzBb67gq9vk1cJ3V5YVr8nJ4C8p/view?usp=sharing

Shame Resilience & Critical Awareness: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14zFIqEz0YsGS0S87hhDSOu7eKrY0YClj/view?usp=sharing

Summary

In this episode of The Resilience Project, Julie Brumley delves into the complex emotions of shame and guilt, exploring their differences and how they impact our lives. She shares insights from Brene Brown and introduces practical tools for developing shame resilience, including recognizing triggers, connecting with others, and practicing self-compassion. Julie emphasizes the importance of vulnerability and offers personal anecdotes to illustrate the journey towards emotional healing.

Keywords

shame, guilt, resilience, Brene Brown, emotional healing, vulnerability, self-compassion, triggers, empathy, personal growth

Takeaways

  • Shame is a state of being, while guilt is a state of doing.
  • Brene Brown's work on shame resilience is highly influential.
  • Recognizing and naming triggers is crucial for managing shame.
  • Connecting with others helps in receiving and offering empathy.
  • Self-compassion is key in dealing with feelings of shame.
  • Vulnerability is essential for building connections.
  • The acrostic 'SHOULD' helps understand the hindrances of shame.
  • Sharing personal stories requires careful consideration of the audience.
  • Developing critical awareness involves asking key questions about shame.
  • Practical tools and exercises can aid in building shame resilience.

Chapters

  • 00:02:25 Introduction to Shame and Guilt
  • 00:03:59 Defining Shame and Guilt
  • 00:04:34 Tools for Shame Resilience
  • 00:07:47 The Role of Vulnerability
  • 00:09:25 Personal Stories and Insights
  • 00:14:56 Conclusion and Call to Action
 

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