“Shame keeps you silent!” Tell the truth to improve your self-worth

“Shame keeps you silent!” Tell the truth to improve your self-worth

Author: Fearne Cotton December 1, 2025 Duration: 50:37

For ten years of her life, Fearne was gripped by a deep feeling of shame; she chats through how she’s now learning to let it go. Shame breeds in silence, so we’re talking about it loudly in this episode...


-Shame researcher Brené Brown talks through how to cope with feeling ashamed through self-compassion


-Comedian Dawn French explains that we all need to embrace being a bit of a twat sometimes because we learn more from mistakes than success


-Artist Charlie Mackesy’s got some thoughts about how shame is stopping us being vulnerable and connecting with others properly 


-Mental health activist Ben West opens up about the shame he felt after his brother’s suicide

 

-Singer Lulu reflects on how ashamed she was of her difficult childhood

 

-Broadcaster Jamie Laing talks for the first time about his eating disorder and the shame he’s held inside for so long

 

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Brené Brown

Dawn French

Charlie Mackesy

Ben West

Lulu

Jamie Laing


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In a world that often feels loud and demanding, Happy Place offers a different kind of conversation. Here, Fearne Cotton sits down with a wide range of fascinating people-from artists and athletes to experts and everyday heroes-to explore the nuanced realities of human experience. These discussions gently peel back the layers on topics like mental resilience, physical well-being, cultural shifts, and the complexities of our relationships, moving far beyond simple soundbites. The core of this podcast lies in its authentic curiosity about how individuals navigate life's inevitable highs and lows. Rather than prescribing a single path to joy, each episode uncovers personal definitions of contentment and peace, often found in unexpected moments or hard-won perspectives. Listening feels like being part of a thoughtful, intimate dialogue where vulnerability is welcomed and stories are shared without pretense. Whether the conversation touches on overcoming loss, finding creative inspiration, or building a healthier society, Fearne guides it with empathy and a genuine desire to understand. This collection of interviews provides a quiet space for reflection, reminding us that happiness is not a constant state but a deeply personal and evolving journey. Tune in for a sincere exploration of what it means to live fully across all facets of life.
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