Emotions: Unlocked - Series 1 Episode 6 - Shame

Let's Talk About Shame. 

Shame is one of those emotions that quietly shapes so much of how we move through the world - and yet it rarely gets the airtime it deserves. In this episode, we get honest about it. 

We explore how shame takes root in childhood, how it follows us into adulthood, and how it quietly drives some of our most familiar patterns: people-pleasing, self-doubt, avoidance, and the inability to set boundaries that actually hold. 

We share personal experiences to bring this to life, not just as theory but as something recognisable and real. 

From there, we move into something practical - a simple exercise designed to help you step back from shame in the moment, release it physiologically, and return to yourself with greater clarity. We try it together and share what comes up. 

If you've ever found yourself shrinking, over-explaining, or being your own harshest critic, this conversation is for you.

00:01 Introduction and Topic Reveal 

00:18 Understanding Shame and Its Impact 

02:08 Personal Experiences with Shame 

02:51 The Role of Shame in Self-Perception 

03:47 Origins of Shame in Childhood 

05:01 Effects of Shame on Personal and Professional Life 

07:05 The Connection Between Shame and Self-Judgment 

07:19 Overcoming Shame and Establishing Boundaries 

08:41 The Impact of Shame on Decision Making 

10:19 Shame in Society and Its Effects on Children

16:42 Practical Tips to Counteract Self-Criticism 

17:26 Overcoming Self-Criticism 

17:57 Introduction to Visualisation Meditation 

19:03 Guided Visualisation Meditation 

00:01 Post-Meditation Discussion 

28:48 Impact of Releasing Shame 31:00 Personal Experiences and Insights 

35:33 The Importance of Addressing Shame 

37:10 Closing Remarks