Shame and the Inner Critic
A Gentle Shadow Work Reset
If you carry a quiet belief that something is wrong with you, or you hear a harsh inner voice that never seems satisfied, this course helps you meet and soften the shadow of shame safely.
Begin the Course — £39
Lifetime access. Self-paced. Trauma-aware structure.
Part of the Core Healing Shadow Work Series — Gentle Structure Without Spiralling
Where Are You on Your Shadow Work Path?
New to shadow work? Begin with Shadow Work for Beginners.
Struggling with shame and the inner critic? Start Here.
Ready for deeper immersion? The 7-Day Shadow Work Course builds integration across the week.
You do not need to silence your inner critic. You need to understand it.
The Shadow of Shame
Shame is not guilt. Guilt says, “I did something wrong.” Shame says, “I am something wrong.”
It hides beneath perfectionism.
Beneath comparison.
Beneath self-criticism.
Beneath the quiet sense of never being enough.
If you are sensitive or introspective, shame can feel constant.
It can feel like truth.
Shadow work helps you see it for what it is: A protective layer built long ago. And one that can soften.
What This Course Teaches
This is not a motivational course. It is shadow work. Inside, you will learn:
The difference between healthy guilt and toxic shame
How the inner critic forms as protection
Why self-criticism feels safer than vulnerability
How to meet the critic without fighting it
A guided shadow session focused on shame
Practical self-compassion integration steps
This work is gentle. It is steady. It does not force exposure.
After This Course, You Will…
Recognise shame when it appears
Soften the intensity of your inner critic
Feel less driven by perfectionism
Develop a calmer internal voice
Begin building real self-compassion
You will not become complacent. You will become kinder.
Course Overview
Lesson 1 — Understanding Shame
How toxic shame differs from guilt.
Lesson 2 — The Inner Critic as Protector
Why harshness feels necessary.
Lesson 3 — Guided Shadow Session
Meeting shame without overwhelm.
Lesson 4 — Self-Compassion Integration
Building a steadier internal voice.
Grounded. Clear. Repeatable.
This Course Is For You If....
You struggle with self-criticism
You feel chronically “not enough”
You battle perfectionism
You compare yourself constantly
You want self-compassion without bypassing growth
This Course May Not Be Right For You If
This course may not be suitable if you:
You are seeking high-performance coaching only
You prefer purely cognitive approaches
You are not ready to explore internal emotions
Clarity protects alignment.
About Peter
Many sensitive adults believe their inner critic is necessary.
In reality, it often developed to prevent deeper rejection.
In my work, I guide people to understand and update these internal patterns without shame about having shame.
This course reflects that approach.
Calm. Structured. Trauma-aware.
Investment & Access
Invest £39 and you receive:
Structured lessons
Guided shame-focused session
Self-compassion framework
Lifetime access
If you wish to integrate this across a structured week, the 7-Day Shadow Work Course deepens this work.
This course stands independently.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is shame the same as guilt?
No. This course explains the difference clearly.
Will this make me relive trauma?
No. The pacing is gentle and structured.
What if I feel emotional?
You will learn how to regulate and pause.
Is this therapy?
No. It is educational reflective shadow work.
You Are Not Broken
Shame can feel like identity. It is not. It is a protective layer. And it can soften.
Or explore the 7-Day Shadow Work Course for deeper structured integration.
Explore the full Shadow Work Mini-Courses Library
This course is part of a wider collection of gentle shadow work mini-courses. If another theme feels more relevant right now, you can explore the full library here:
There is no right order. You are welcome to follow what feels most supportive. If another theme feels more relevant right now, you are welcome to explore the full Shadow Work Mini-Courses Library.