Humiliation can be painful and isolating, making it hard to shake off self-doubt. But this moment doesn’t define you—by approaching it with curiosity instead of self-criticism, you can regain perspective, rebuild confidence, and remind yourself of your own strength. Explore this feeling here:
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Definition: Feeling exposed and foolish in front of others
Key Aspects:
1. Feeling of being degraded or diminished in dignity and often involves public or social exposure of one's weaknesses or failures that is undeserved
3. Typically intense and often lasting sense of shame.
4. Often involves feeling powerless or defenseless in the face of a degrading event.
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It sounds like you’re carrying some heavy feelings right now—and that’s okay. EVERY EMOTION YOU’RE EXPERIENCING IS VALID.
What matters most is how you choose to work with them.
That’s where emotional regulation comes in. When you’re feeling humiliated, these strategies can help you shift from feeling powerless and low to a place of clarity and care. While these feelings might feel overwheming or uncomfortable, they are actually an opportunity—a chance to pause, reflect, and practice self-compassion.
Take it step by step: breathe, give yourself space, and lean into strategies that feel doable. This gentle approach helps you reconnect with yourself, restore your energy (even if just a little), and move forward with intention.
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