The Heavy Weight Of Shame is a Powerful Force of Emotion: Overcoming Shame

This emotion is one of the most destructive human emotions, often leading to destructive behavior including drinking problems, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Avoiding this path requires letting go of our shame and building confidence and self-worth. Hypnotherapy can help people find relief and build self-worth, allowing them to realize they are much more than their past experiences.

Causes of Shame:

Shame is caused by many things, including poor self-esteem, an unrealistic view of the world or oneself, and traumatic past experiences. While deep-rooted feelings of shame are best treated with professional hypnotherapy, there are steps you can take to start the process.

Forget Perfection:

Perfection in life is an unrealistic expectation. Instead of striving for perfection, it's important to celebrate life's imperfections. Society and the media often promote an unrealistic view of the world, so it's essential to step back, reassess, and realign our expectations for a happier life.

Avoid Reworking Shame:

Negative feelings or experiences can be hard to let go of as we replay them over and over in our minds. This constant replaying can lead to feelings of low self-esteem and worthlessness. Processing and letting go of shame can free us from its shadow.

Show Compassion:

We are often more kind and forgiving of others than we are of ourselves. Practicing self-compassion and kindness can replace feelings of shame. Instead of negative self-talk, visualize positivity and forgiveness to stop negative cycles and limit destructive results.

Focus On The Future:

While past events can shape us, they should not control us. Fear and shame can prevent us from taking risks, but change and transformation are possible. Hypnotherapy can help process the past, allowing us to live in the present and plan for the future.

Embrace Acceptance:

Moving on involves accepting your past and who you are. Through acceptance, we can step out of a cycle of shame and deal with pain, while reminding ourselves that our emotions are not in control and that all things will pass.

Seek Positive Support:

Surrounding yourself with positivity and opening up to others can help in letting go of shame. Accepting yourself as others would accept you is important for moving forward.