I. Introduction: The Link Between Unconscious Shame and Self-Doubt
Self-doubt can arise at any moment. And if it persists, it silences our voice, affects our sense of self, and robs us of opportunities we know we are capable of seizing.
Yet, within the shattered pieces of self-doubt, lies unconscious shame.
Puppeteering the strings of fear and desire.
That is to say, unconscious shame often fuels the fear of rejection, conflict, and failure. And drives the desire to be liked, accepted, and praised.
So, it becomes difficult to live authentically and act and speak from a place of truth.
Even when you know what you want to say or do, you may feel paralyzed by the strings that hold you. Or struggle to connect with your real thoughts and feelings altogether.
So, you find yourself trapped between the borderland of self-trust and self-doubt, with unconscious shame on guard.
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