Notice Shame and See It For What It Is

“I kind of have stopped taking it personally (shame).”

“Claiming your emotions or perceptions as yours is a misappropriation of public property.”

“What’s It’s Like To Do A Year Long Silent Meditation Retreat – By Yourself” with Cara Lai via 

  Ten Percent Happier Podcast @ 42:05-45:00 minutes

While listening to this podcast, I am reminded of a thought refuge I have, “This isn’t about ME”.  John Bradshaw indicated that 95% of our shame is given to us yet we own it all.  I do believe this is the cross that is given to us, we carry its weight and it is a journey to recognize it and let it go.  I must admit, this took me some time to “see shame” in my life.  Looking back, it showed up so clearly in my meditation practice, and I did not see this emotional visitor as I had lived with it for so long.  In listening to Cara, I hear her emotions and perceptions, the shame she carried that was not hers.      

I find mindfulness meditation supports my intention to notice shame and see it for what it is…if only for a moment.

                          Mindfulness Meditation

                           Mondays & Thursdays

                               12:15 – 12:45 pm

             Room 407 @ Second Presbyterian Church

    7700 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN  46260

                                      or

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Join others in Mindfulness Meditation on Mondays and Thursdays at 12:15 pm.  Brief discussion, followed by silent practice and concluding with observations, comments or wonderings.Take refuge in the present moment.  Mindfulness Meditation is the opportunity to rest in Presence in a supportive environment with others.  No experience, fee or registration is necessary.

P. Scott Sweet, LCSW, LCAC