| Description |
xxvii, 303 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm |
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text txt rdacontent |
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unmediated n rdamedia |
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volume nc rdacarrier |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 286-297) and index. |
| Note |
"Previously published as a Gotham Books hardcover edition, February 2007, with the title: I thought it was just me."--T.p. verso. Previous subtitle: women reclaiming power and courage in a culture of shame. Other printings have the subtitle: making the journey from "What will people think?" to "I am enough." |
| Contents |
Understanding shame -- Shame resilience and the power of empathy -- The first element : recognizing shame and understanding our triggers -- The second element : practicing critical awareness -- The third element : reaching out -- The fourth element : speaking shame -- Practicing courage in a culture of fear -- Practicing compassion in a culture of blame -- Practicing connection in a culture of disconnection -- Creating a culture of connection. |
| Summary |
Draws on research with hundreds of interviewees to identify the pervasive influence of cultural shame, discussing how women can recognize the ways in which shame influences their health and relationships and can be transformed into courage and connectivity. |
| Subject |
Women -- Psychology.
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Shame.
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Resilience (Personality trait)
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| ISBN |
1592403352 (paperback) |
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9781592403356 (paperback) : $17.00 |
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1592402631 (hardcover) |
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9781592402632 (hardcover) |
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