The Shame Spiral — And How to Interrupt It

Have you ever reached for your phone, hoping for a little connection — and been met with silence? That quiet drop in your gut, that subtle ache... it's more than disappointment. It’s the early stirrings of shame.

In this episode, we slow down and look closely at how the shame spiral begins — not when it’s overwhelming, but in those quiet, unnoticed moments. You'll hear a personal story of emotional depletion, the tender need for acknowledgment, and how a single breath and phrase — “Don’t chase” — became the doorway back to presence.

We’ll explore:

• Why shame rarely starts as shame

• How old narratives hijack present moments

• Tools to notice and gently interrupt the spiral before it gains momentum

• And how to come home to yourself, again and again

This isn’t about fixing yourself — it’s about remembering you’re already enough.

Written & Voiced by: Ronn Pawo McLane
Music: “Gentle Piano Atmosphere” by AudioCoffee (licensed)
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