Many women (people) struggle with their body image. I used to think I was ugly. Even after 15+ years of my husband's compliments and assurances, I still believed I was ugly. Until one day I had this realization. Listen in to hear what simple phrase- that...
When my mom broke her leg, I did some things I am still a bit ashamed of. I wish I could go back and get a do-over. Her leg took a really long time to heal, and sometimes we think we will never heal from our shame. But there is hope.I would be so grateful if you would...
I use the term "story" loosely today as I talk about an experience I had on the day of recording. It circles around happiness and joy, circumstances, and faith. I hope you listen in and enjoy my little bit of a soap box. :-)Denita
This week I heard that research shows that among all mammal young, the young play until one gets hurt. This caused me to reflect on my own experience with this, AND what happens when you aren't allowed to play until someone gets hurt? Trust, boundaries, identity,...
In this episode, I tell a fun, lighthearted story about my first kiss with my husband. And as I reflected back on this story, I learned a few things about intuition. I hope you do too!Enjoy!Denita
Do you feel shame about something... and could it be covering up a feeling of helplessness? In today's episode, I am telling several stories from when I felt helpless. And why it often shows up as shame instead. Enjoy! Denita
In this episode I talk about how feeling stupid and feeling shame are closely related. I have done a lot of thinking about feeling stupid and I have some stories to share (of course) and a few suggestions and things I've learned along the way. If you ever feel stupid,...
Many, many women struggle with Mother's Day. This year, I paid special attention as to why. In this episode I discuss three reasons why I think mothers (and women in general) struggle with Mother's Day and what to do about it.I, personally, was able to have a fabulous...
For the first half of my life, I learned how to stuff my emotions down. The second half of my life, I'm trying to allow them to flow. What do tears mean? Why are they such a source of shame for us? Can you allow them? Enjoy!Denita
Have you ever said something that you immediately regretted? Over 20 years ago I said something to my sister that I have felt shame around this whole time. In this episode, I walk you through an exercise I went through to help me find some compassion toward myself...
