By Patricia Rockman — 2109
Exploring difficult emotions and experiences may be the key to loosening their hold over us. Try this 10-minute mindfulness practice from Patricia Rockman, MD.
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The Black community is more inclined to say that mental illness is associated with shame and embarrassment. Individuals and families in the Black community are also more likely to hide the illness.
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Shame typically comes up when you look inward with a critical eye and evaluate yourself harshly, often for things you have little control over.
People sometimes criticize meditation as being self-centered. Let’s consider that issue.