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“Healthy shame is an emotion that teaches us about our limits. Like all emotions, shame moves us to get our basic needs met.”

Quote by John Bradshaw

Book:Healing the Shame that Binds You

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Healing the Shame that Binds You

This book explores the nature of shame and its impact on individuals, offering strategies for healing and personal growth. more

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John Bradshaw was an American educator known for his research on family and interpersonal relationships. His work focused on family systems theory, particularly in the areas of family emotional expression and communication. Bradshaw's contributions have had a profound impact on the fields of personal growth and family therapy. more

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