Shame whispers lies. Trauma makes you believe

One of the most pervasive aspects of trauma is shame. It spreads through your personal relationships, threatens your career, and undermines your self-esteem. Shame whispers, “I should’ve done more,” “I am a bad person,” and “I let this happen.” Trauma makes you believe these lies.
 
Shame convinces you to stay silent, to isolate, and to carry the burden for the rest of your life. It doesn’t have to be this way. With the help of an experienced trauma therapist, you can shake yourself free of the shame and see yourself for the loving, competent person who survived.
 
Chris Warren-Dickins
Trauma therapist in Ridgewood, New Jersey