When shame urges us to hide, the opposite action is to open up to someone trustworthy. This act not only diminishes the intensity of shame but also fosters self-acceptance and connection.
But what if, instead of hiding from it, we saw shame as an invitation to grow? What if, beneath its heavy weight, shame concealed lessons about our worth, values, and resilience? This is not a ...
Heather Richard went viral for sharing with her TikTok followers how she would hide her drinking from her husband when she was actively dealing with her addiction.