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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 11 MIN

Why do I always blame myself? Unpacking self blame

from Beneath the Surface · host Shannon Beer

Have you ever caught yourself thinking "I should be able to do this, why can't I just get it together?" In this episode, I'm unpacking self-blame: where it comes from, why we developed it, and how to take responsibility for our lives without turning on ourselves. 💬 If you'd like deeper, more long-term support working through these patterns I'd love to hear from you. Submit a coaching inquiry via the link below.🔗 Coaching --- Timestamps:00:00 – The inner critic's greatest hits — and why they're keeping you stuck01:15 – What self-blame actually is, and when it can be constructive vs. destructive02:30 – Why self-blame developed as a learned safety strategy04:20 – How blaming yourself protects you from anger, sadness, and feelings of helplessness06:00 – My real-life illustration of self-blame vs. responsibility in action08:45 – The crucial difference between fault and responsibility — and why it changes everything09:50 – Practical steps to begin noticing your self-blame patterns10:40 – The fear beneath the pattern and why that's where your compassion needs to go --- Enjoyed this episode? Leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it.More Resources:Grab the free mini-course: Emotion Systems Audit – Download hereConnect with Shannon on Instagram: @coachshannonbeerLearn more about compassion coaching: get the details here

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