In today’s episode, I’m sharing a special re-release of a conversation where I was a guest on The Empowered Journey podcast, hosted by Chris Mamone.

Together, we explore shame not as something to eliminate or overcome, but as a deeply human experience that shapes how we relate to ourselves, our boundaries, and our sense of worth.

This conversation moves beyond surface-level insight and into the quieter dynamics that keep people stuck — including overfunctioning, people-pleasing, burnout, and the belief that safety must be earned rather than embodied.

Inside this episode, we talk about:

What shame actually is (and what it isn’t)

How shame drives self-abandonment and chronic over-giving

Why boundaries feel threatening when worth is conditional

What it looks like to shift from performing healing to practicing agency

How curiosity and self-trust support lasting change

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” but still feel disconnected from yourself, this episode offers a grounded, compassionate reframe — one that invites you back into choice instead of pressure.

🎙️ About Chris & The Empowered Journey

The Empowered Journey podcast, hosted by Chris Mamone, is a space for thoughtful conversations about growth, self-awareness, and personal agency. Chris brings a grounded curiosity to each episode, creating room for reflection without rushing toward quick fixes or performative solutions.

His approach centers on asking better questions, slowing down the process of change, and honoring the complexity of being human — which is exactly why this conversation felt so aligned and meaningful to share here.

🎧 You can explore more episodes of The Empowered Journey: https://empoweredgriefjourney.podbean.com/

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Shame & Grief: The Hidden Cost of Self-Blame with Chris Mamone