210. Shame

Dennis Rox: Confessional Self-Improvement & Psychology · May 13, 2026 · 1h 58m

Have you ever wondered why shame feels so paralyzing — like an invisible force that turns your inner voice into a relentless critic, triggers self-sabotage, and blocks real accountability in your relationships?

In this powerful, no-holds-barred conversation, we dive deep with David Cooley, co-author (with Jessica Fern) of the book Transforming the Shame Triangle: From Shame to Love Using Parts Work. David reveals how shame isn’t just a simple emotion — it’s a complex internal dynamic: an internalized drama triangle made of three colluding parts that keep you stuck in cycles of criticism…