Sep 19, 2021
Shame {What it is & How to manage it}
This week on The Tarot Diagnosis we spend some time wrestling with shame.
Shame is a universal human emotion, seen in all cultures around the world - but it manifests in such different ways. Thanks to the help of many listeners who offered us questions about their own experiences with shame, we were able to explore where shame comes from, how it works, how it’s different from embarrassment or guilt, and most importantly, what the hell we can do about it so it doesn’t rule our lives (or even wreck our day).
We ended up pulling a lot of cards on this one, so come and listen to how Five of Wands, High Priestess, Three of cups, Four of Cups, Six of Swords, The Tower, The Hanged Man, and yes, Seven of Swords (plus more!!) all can offer lessons when it comes to managing shame. And, as always, hear our perspective as therapists on how shame impacts our lives and how to manage it.
We do want to take a moment to thank everyone who wrote in with their own experiences and thoughts. We…