What Shame Really Is — And How It Shows Up in Parenting

Shame says:
“There’s something wrong with me.”
Guilt says:
“I did something wrong.”

Shame often develops when a child’s emotions, needs, or imperfections were punished, mocked, or ignored.

Parenting Behaviors Rooted in Shame:

• Overreacting when your child makes a mistake

• Feeling like a “bad parent” over small moments

• Trying to be perfect

• Being harsh with yourself or your child

Shame is softened not by criticism — but by compassion.

Call To Action:

Module 2 of the Reparenting Course dives deeply into shame, inner critic healing, and unmet childhood needs.
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