A Better Way to Sidestep Shame
Some emotions cause an almost physical pain, and shame is one of them. I’ve heard people describe it as a knife in their gut; a slave...

It's Your Weaknesses That Make You Strong
I’ve noticed a theme in the movies and TV shows I’ve seen lately: a man fighting against malevolent forces, but most importantly, he’s...
Bring on the Pain--The Benefits of Suffering
The saying “No pain, no gain” has never made that much sense to me. After all, if you have no pain, you’ve already gained something,...
Getting Over Your Shame
There are a lot of books and articles out about what shame is and how to heal it. They have fancy definitions and origin theories about...
The Perfect Way to Be Imperfect
Is there anything more cutting than rejection? A boss says we’re not working out. A lover prefers someone else, and leaves. An...