S4E16 How is shame affecting your potential?

"Shame is not just about feeling bad for something you did; it’s about feeling bad for who you are. This internal story you are telling yourself is what makes shame so destructive, affecting not just how you see your actions but how you value yourself as a person." - Rochelle Marie

Episode Overview: In this episode of Her Leadership Coach, Rochelle explores the deep-seated emotion of shame and its pervasive impact in the professional and personal lives of women leaders. Discover the difference between shame and guilt, learn how shame manifests in the workplace, and find out how you can begin to overcome its destructive effects.

Topics Discussed:

• Understanding shame and its distinction from guilt
• The specific challenges of shame for women in leadership
• Practical strategies to manage and overcome shame

Resources Mentioned:

• Brené Brown, Atlas of the Heart
• Stanford Research by Shelley Correll et al. on Gender Feedback
• The Accelerate Your Leadership Platinum Program - more information available here

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Further Listening:

• Episode 14:  S4E14 Confronting the culture of overwork

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