225: Overcoming Shame and Getting Real about Relationships

<p>One of the biggest blocks to lasting intimacy is shame. Shame keeps us from being honest with ourselves, and our partners. And from truly owning what's real for us - what we actually want. In today's episode we're going to cover some of the many ways that shame gets in the way - and we'll also take a stand for what's possible when we allow ourselves to get real - about what's going right and what's going wrong - in our lives. Let's shine a light on the shadow - and free ourselves to be real with each other. And in the process we'll free up all kinds of energy to get closer to what we truly desire.</p> <p>As always, I’m looking forward to your thoughts on this episode and what revelations and questions it creates for you. Please join us in the <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/RelationshipAliveCommunity/">Relationship Alive Community on Facebook</a> to chat about it!</p> <p><strong>Sponsors:</strong></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Find a quality therapist, online, to support you and work on the places where you’re stuck. For</span> <strong>10% off your first month</strong><span style= "font-weight: 400;">, visit</span> <a href= "https://www.betterhelp.com/ALIVE"><span style= "font-weight: 400;">Betterhelp.com/ALIVE</span></a> <span style= "font-weight: 400;">to fill out the quick questionnaire and get paired with a therapist who’s right for you.</span></p> <p><strong>Resources:</strong></p> <p>I want to know you better! Take the quick, anonymous, <a href= "https://www.neilsattin.com/survey">Relationship Alive survey</a></p> <p>FREE Guide to Neil’s <a href= "https://www.neilsattin.com/relate">Top 3 Relationship Communication Secrets</a></p> <p>Guide to <a href= "https://www.neilsattin.com/FreeGuide/">Understanding Your Needs (and Your Partner’s Needs) in Relationship</a> (ALSO FREE)</p> <p><a href="https://www.neilsattin.com/support">Support the podcast</a> (or text “SUPPORT” to 33444)</p> <p>Amazing intro and outro music provided courtesy of <a href= "http://www.therailsplitters.com/">The Railsp