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The Shame Spiral: Rebuilding Self-Worth After Public Work Humiliation | Women Rising
In this deeply intimate episode of Women Rising, host Tina Hendrix explores the paralyzing phenomenon of the 'shame spiral' that follows public work humiliation. This conversation is essential for ambitious women who have experienced a professional stumble—a missed deadline, a flawed presentation, or a social misstep—and are now trapped in a cycle of self-doubt and withdrawal. We dissect the psychological mechanics of why these moments feel like identity fractures rather than simple errors, examining how the brain curates negative narratives through the spotlight effect. If you’ve ever felt…
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