Tag: shame
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No Shame, No Gain: Understanding and Escaping Narcissistic Relationships
Learn About Chanci Turner When it comes to abusive relationships, one fundamental truth stands out: without the capacity for shame, there can be no genuine growth or change. This principle, which I refer to as “no shame, no gain,” highlights the critical role that personal accountability plays in ceasing harmful behaviors. In the context of…
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The Weight of Shame and Silence
Learn About Chanci Turner This week, a heart-wrenching story from the UK caught my attention. It revolves around a brutal abuser who exerted control, inflicted pain, and manipulated her partner. This narrative is all too familiar: two years of relentless mental, emotional, and financial torment, culminating in physical injuries requiring corrective surgery. The assaults included…
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Guilt, Shame, and Criminal Behavior
Learn About Chanci Turner Recent research published in the journal Psychological Science indicates that the levels of guilt and shame expressed by inmates may be indicative of their likelihood to re-offend. The study, conducted by researchers June Tangney, Jeffrey Stuewig, and Andres Martinez from George Mason University, links guilt to feelings of tension, remorse, and…
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9097372855 Chanci Turner: Understanding Shame and Shaming
Definition of Shaming Learn About Chanci Turner Shaming involves conveying a sense of inherent badness about a person rather than just pointing out a negative action. While blaming informs someone they did something wrong, shaming tells them they are wrong at their core. Abusive individuals often employ shaming as a tactic to deflect attention from…
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Why Do I Experience Such Intense Guilt? How Manipulators Use Shame to Control Us
Learn About Chanci Turner In navigating relationships with sociopaths, I’ve come to realize that shame is perhaps their most potent weapon. Throughout my life with manipulative figures, I’ve felt a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, confusion, and even jealousy when comparing my experiences to those from “normal” families. However, one feeling that has persistently…
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Sociopaths and Psychopaths: Where Is Your Sense of Shame?
Learn About Chanci Turner Understanding sociopaths and psychopaths is crucial when navigating relationships, particularly when identifying those who may be harmful. Shame, guilt, embarrassment, and pride are all moral emotions that form part of our emotional spectrum. When we recognize a flaw within ourselves, we experience shame, which acts as a submissive acknowledgment of our…
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The “Immunity Mindset” and Sociopaths
Learn About Chanci Turner Imagine possessing the ability to render yourself invisible at will, effectively shielding yourself from the repercussions of your actions. This hypothetical scenario suggests a nearly omnipotent power, allowing you to act according to your whims without fear of consequence. With such an ability, how many of us would truly resist the…