In Part 1, we explored how shame creates emotional walls—how it whispers “I am the problem” and quietly sabotages our relationships, faith, and self-worth.

Now, in Part 2, we go deeper.

Elly, Isa, and guest counselor Jeffrey Warner continue this powerful conversation by unpacking what happens after we recognize shame. What does healing actually look like? How do we begin to tear down those walls and reclaim connection?

This episode speaks to the heart of emotional vulnerability and spiritual growth, exploring:

✔️ Why confession is a key step in the healing process
✔️ The difference between forgiveness and reconciliation
✔️ How to discern safe spaces for vulnerability
✔️ What Scripture teaches about repentance, healing, and restoration
✔️ Why boundaries are a form of wisdom—not punishment
✔️ How Jesus models both grace and truth—and invites us to do the same

Whether you’ve just discovered the roots of shame or you’re trying to navigate what comes next, this conversation is raw, honest, and filled with hope.

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Because healing doesn’t just happen at the altar.
It happens in relationship—with God, with others, and with yourself.

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Shame lurks in the shadows of our minds, whispering that we’re not enough, unlovable, or damaged beyond repair. But what if those whispers are lies — and there’s a better way?

In this intimate episode of Shame-Free Sundays, I share a personal moment that brought my own shame spiral front and center: a livestream gone wrong. As a trauma therapist, I often help others navigate self-blame, but even I’m not immune to the voice that says, “You messed up. You always mess up.”

What I do with that voice, though, is where the healing happens.

Join me as I unpack the difference between healthy self-correction and toxic shame, and how a simple tool — like my visual reminder Harmony the Bear — helped me walk through a tough moment with grace instead of condemnation. We’ll explore the intersection of faith and therapy, and what it means to untangle our worth from our performance.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt defective, stuck in self-blame, or afraid to try again. The truth is, you’re not broken. You’re becoming.

✨ Ready to take the next step?
Take the free Shame Quiz at www.eleanorbrowncounseling.com/shame-quiz-freebie and join me every Sunday as we move from surviving to thriving — one shame-free step at a time.

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Shame is more than a passing emotion—it’s a deep-rooted belief that whispers, “I am the problem.”

In this powerful conversation, Elly and Isa are joined by guest Christian counselor and couples coach Jeffrey Warner—a breakout leader from the A Better Way Conference—as they explore how shame creates invisible walls that block love, connection, and emotional intimacy.

Together, they unpack:
✔️ What shame-based thinking looks like in everyday life
✔️ How shame sabotages relationships—even with the best intentions
✔️ Why spiritual growth requires action, not just prayer
✔️ How faith, therapy, and self-awareness work together to dismantle shame

This is Part 1 of a deeply honest and hopeful dialogue that explores the emotional and spiritual roots of shame—and what it takes to start healing from the inside out.

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Connect with us on Social Media or Visit our website!

Website: https://www.eleanorbrowncounseling.com/

Facebook URL: https://www.facebook.com/EleanorBrownCounseling/

Instagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/eleanorbrowncounseling/

If you are interested in the book or any of our offerings, check out our Offerings page that lists all things 'A Better Way!'
Buy the book: https://www.eleanorbrowncounseling.com/a-better-way