EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 5 MIN
🎙️Ask Me Anything - E15: When You’re Waiting for the Other Shoe to Drop
from Untethering Shame · host Kyira Wackett
In this episode, I respond to a question from an anonymous listener who writes:“I’m dating someone new and they’re great, but I keep waiting for something to go wrong. How do I stop sabotaging what feels good?”We unpack the fear of being seen, loved, and safe — especially when past pain makes “good” feel unfamiliar or even threatening. Inside this episode, we’ll talk about:Why your nervous system might interpret calm and connection as dangerHow shame and past hurt quietly drive self-sabotageWhat to say to yourself (and your partner) when fear creeps inHow to build safety without abandoning your growthIf you’ve ever found yourself pulling away from something good — even when you want to lean in — this episode is 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” to start replacing old sabotage cycles with daily self-trust practices.Book a free 25-minute discovery call to explore coaching or community support designed for your growth.Stay Connected:Subscribe on Spotify or Apple, and leave a review to share your thoughts.YouTubeWebsite💬 You don’t have to sabotage what’s good just to feel prepared. You’re allowed to feel safe — even if it’s new.#AskMeAnything #RelationshipAnxiety #SelfSabotage #ShameResilience #AttachmentHealing #AdversityRising
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In this episode, I respond to a question from an anonymous listener who writes:“I’m dating someone new and they’re great, but I keep waiting for something to go wrong. How do I stop sabotaging what feels good?”We unpack the fear of being seen, loved, and safe — especially when past pain makes “good” feel unfamiliar or even threatening. Inside this episode, we’ll talk about:Why your nervous system might interpret calm and connection as dangerHow shame and past hurt quietly drive self-sabotageWhat to say to yourself (and your partner) when fear creeps inHow to build safety without abandoning your growthIf you’ve ever found yourself pulling away from something good — even when you want to lean in — this episode is 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” to start replacing old sabotage cycles with daily self-trust practices.Book a free 25-minute discovery call to explore coaching or community support designed for your growth.Stay Connected:Subscribe on Spotify or Apple, and leave a review to share your thoughts.YouTubeWebsite💬 You don’t have to sabotage what’s good just to feel prepared. You’re allowed to feel safe — even if it’s new.#AskMeAnything #RelationshipAnxiety #SelfSabotage #ShameResilience #AttachmentHealing #AdversityRising
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