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What can you do to face shame inside from something you have done privately?

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Dr. Vasu Brown answered

Specializes in Integrative Medicine

Be happy: Your self-worth is not determined by others. It is ok to have people hate you. Love yourself completely and do not agree with hateful words just listen and be happy on your inside - keep your inner child protected. Be always truthful about how you feel - if you know any 12 step program attend one - one of the step is - admitted to ourselves and others what we done wrong and made amends!

Answered 11/26/2013

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Shame: Shame can cause overwhelming guild and distress so I am sorry you are suffering so. Try your best to talk to someone you trust and who you know will keep your conversation confidential. This is too big a burden to carry alone and it can get accentuated in your mind the longer you keep your actions to yourself. You would benefit from a clinical psychologist as well for the same reasons. Take care.

Answered 5/8/2016

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Shame: Shame is just about the darkest emotion people can face. It presupposes that there's an audience to our alleged wrongdoings, and that devastating judgement will be passed. Something to remember is that everyone has something they feel ashamed about; it's inescapable. Find a reputable psychotherapist to speak with. Getting it off one's chest in a safe, nonjudgmental place is the first step.

Answered 3/5/2015

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