"In Healing Shame, Sheila Rubin and Dr. Bret Lyon ask the question: What if your shame—that awful, overwhelming emotion—could work for you instead of sabotaging your well-being?
“Shame is at the root of depression, trauma, addiction, eating disorders, and perfectionism,” they teach. “When we go to extremes to keep our vulnerabilities hidden, our very efforts keep us stuck. But when we develop a healthy relationship with this complex emotion, we find freedom and healing.”
HIGHLIGHTS
- Why shame is the “magic” emotion—explore the mysterious, transformative nature of shame
- How shame keeps us stuck, making it harder to move on from other difficult emotions and experiences
- Unconscious shame—why this might underlie a host of other symptoms, and how to address our issues at their roots
- Where shame comes from—understand the unique series of events, internal and external, that lead to lasting shame, as well as its inextricable link with trauma
- The ways shame interacts with the most important parts of our lives—sex and relationships, addiction, our bodies, aging, sharing our work with the world, and more
- Working with shame in therapy—guidance for both practitioners and clients
- How to transform toxic shame into healthy shame—understand the evolutionary role of this powerful emotion
- A wealth of tools, practices, and exercises from a variety of therapeutic traditions to help you work with shame in safe, compassionate ways
- Six in-depth audio sessions filled with understanding, insight, and hope for healing"
