Stories from the other side of shame

Back in 2016 I wrote a dream body life statement and reflect on how I am living that out post shame

This one feels fairly raw as I share a piece from a journal back in 1997. I was so broken back then and it was really freeing to address some of the things I was hurting over back then from the other side of shame 23 years later.

Everyone who has ever been significantly overweight has come across those situations where your fat brain has taken charge. In this ep I explain what fat brain is and why he had a freak out when I was given a hug yesterday.

Pondering the consequences of living decades of dieting and the freedom of living on the other side of shame

Another story written from the perspective of my shoes. This time from my new (at the time) rollerskates. But it’s really about me figuring out on the other side of shame that I don’t really have a “type” and why I think having one isn’t the ideal.

Every single woman I know or have known has or had a “list” of their perfect partner. I read over my list from 2011 and reflect on where I am with my 2020 list (or perhaps not)

The hooks and barbs that took me away from my love of dance for more than 20 years.

Five years ago I reflected on my dreams of being a girlfriend/wife & Mum through the filter of shame. This week I reflect on these dreams, one week post early hysterectomy & surgical menopause without the filter of shame.

The first blog post published and a short explanation of why shame has been a pervasive force in my life

I know it’s been a while & changes are ahead. Stay tuned.