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Tame the Shame

Updated: May 28, 2022

How to Break Free from the Silence


It's time to stop getting caught up in the shame.


“Financial shame is a silent killer. It destroys lives and keeps people from achieving their true potential.”

People often keep their heads down when it comes to money. They don't want anyone to know how much money they have – or how little.


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This is especially true when it comes to financial shame. Financial shame can be one of the most crippling emotions a person can feel. It keeps us from realizing our true potential and achieving our goals. In this blog post, we will explore the causes of financial shame and discuss ways to overcome it. In this blog post, we will examine the causes of financial shame and how to overcome it. We will also discuss the importance of embracing your true potential and living a life of purpose.


The 8 Steps to Overcome Financial Shame


  1. Acknowledge your shame: Shame is a powerful emotion that can keep us from living our lives to the fullest. Acknowledging your shame is the first step to overcoming it. When you recognize your shame, you can begin to work through it.

  2. Talk about your shame: Shame thrives in silence. When we keep our shame to ourselves, it festers and grows. Talking about your shame is a crucial step to overcoming it. When you talk about your shame, you can begin to work through it.

  3. Understand the root cause of your shame: Shame is often the result of deep-seated feelings of inadequacy. It can be helpful to understand the root cause of your shame. This will help you work through it and begin to overcome it.

  4. Be gentle with yourself: Shame can be a complex emotion to work through. Be gentle with yourself as you work through it. Allow yourself time to heal and grow.

  5. Embrace your true potential: It can keep us from living our best lives. When you embrace your true potential, you can begin to overcome financial shame. This gives you a sense of meaning and direction.

  6. Build a support network: Isolation feeds shame. When you build a supportive network, you can begin to overcome financial shame. A supportive network can provide emotional and practical support.

  7. Forgive yourself: Forgiving yourself is a crucial step to overcoming financial shame. When you forgive yourself, you can begin to move on. Let go of the past to create and focus on a plan for the future.

  8. Live a life of purpose: When you live a life of purpose, you can begin to overcome financial shame. Living a life of purpose gives you a sense of meaning and direction.


Financial shame destroys lives and keeps people from achieving their true potential. If you're struggling with financial shame, know that you're not alone. This is a common emotion that can be overcome with time and effort. Remember to focus on your true potential and live a life of purpose. Seek professional help if you need it, and build a supportive network.


Most importantly, be gentle with yourself as you build a plan to work through this challenging emotion and change your situation. Financial shame doesn't have to control your life. You can overcome it and live a fulfilling life.


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