EPISODE · Aug 11, 2025 · 5 MIN
🎙️Ask Me Anything - E14: Learning to Receive Compliments Without Shame
from Untethering Shame · host Kyira Wackett
In this episode, I respond to a question from an anonymous listener who writes:“Whenever someone compliments me, I instantly deflect or downplay it. How do I learn to actually believe good things about myself?”We explore how shame, fear of visibility, and old survival strategies make it hard to accept even the kindest words — and how to begin building a new relationship with self-worth. Inside this episode, we’ll talk about:Why compliments feel threatening when we don’t trust our own worthThe connection between downplaying praise and self-protectionHow to receive a compliment without deflecting or apologizingGentle practices to help you believe good things about yourself — without shameIf you’ve ever felt squirmy, uncomfortable, or exposed when someone says something nice about you — this one’s for you.📝 Want to submit a question for a future episode?Nothing is off-limits (well, almost nothing).Submit anonymously or with your name — whatever feels safest for you.👉 https://forms.gle/1uYJ87Y2Vag6KYCeA🧠 If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who might need it. Let’s break the silence — together.Ready to take the next step?Download the FREE handout, “5 Things Shame Resilient People Do Every Day” and start shifting the narrative that says you don’t deserve good things.Book a free 25-minute discovery call to explore personalized support through coaching and programs.Stay Connected:Subscribe on Spotify or Apple, and leave a review to share your thoughts.YouTubeWebsite💬 You are allowed to be seen. You are allowed to be celebrated. You don’t have to shrink to be safe.#AskMeAnything #ReceivingCompliments #ShameResilience #SelfWorth #Visibility #AdversityRising
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In this episode, I respond to a question from an anonymous listener who writes:“Whenever someone compliments me, I instantly deflect or downplay it. How do I learn to actually believe good things about myself?”We explore how shame, fear of visibility, and old survival strategies make it hard to accept even the kindest words — and how to begin building a new relationship with self-worth. Inside this episode, we’ll talk about:Why compliments feel threatening when we don’t trust our own worthThe connection between downplaying praise and self-protectionHow to receive a compliment without deflecting or apologizingGentle practices to help you believe good things about yourself — without shameIf you’ve ever felt squirmy, uncomfortable, or exposed when someone says something nice about you — this one’s for you.📝 Want to submit a question for a future episode?Nothing is off-limits (well, almost nothing).Submit anonymously or with your name — whatever feels safest for you.👉 https://forms.gle/1uYJ87Y2Vag6KYCeA🧠 If this episode spoke to you, share it with someone who might need it. Let’s break the silence — together.Ready to take the next step?Download the FREE handout, “5 Things Shame Resilient People Do Every Day” and start shifting the narrative that says you don’t deserve good things.Book a free 25-minute discovery call to explore personalized support through coaching and programs.Stay Connected:Subscribe on Spotify or Apple, and leave a review to share your thoughts.YouTubeWebsite💬 You are allowed to be seen. You are allowed to be celebrated. You don’t have to shrink to be safe.#AskMeAnything #ReceivingCompliments #ShameResilience #SelfWorth #Visibility #AdversityRising
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