Guilt and shame are incredibly common – but they’re also two of the most powerful blocks to healing.

In this episode, we explore the difference between guilt and shame (and why it matters), why we hold onto these emotions, even when they hurt, and a simple self-forgiveness practice you can start using today

If you’ve been carrying emotional weight for too long, this episode is for you.

Timestamps

[00:00] Episode Intro – How guilt and shame keep us stuck
[03:08] Guilt vs. Shame – What they are, how they differ, and why it matters
[04:00] Reflective Prompt – “Is this about something I did — or how I see myself?”
[04:18] Story: ‘Sue’ and shouting at her daughter – How compassion shifted everything
[05:02] Why We Hold Onto Guilt & Shame – Why we carry it, and how it becomes part of our identity
[05:54] Reframe – “That was a version of me who didn’t know what I know now”
[06:20] How To Start Letting Go – Letting go as a practice, not a one-off
[06:41] Self-Forgiveness Statement – A spoken practice you can use anytime