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Why eating cheap chocolate can feel embarrassing – even though no one else cares

Why eating cheap chocolate can feel embarrassing – even though no one else cares Consumption stigma refers to the social judgment that people can be judged or looked down on for using certain products, even when there’s nothing objectively wrong with them. Feeling stigmatized by consumption choices can lead to mental exhaustion, eroded self-esteem, increased […]

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The ‘sacramental shame’ many LGBTQ+ conservative Christians wrestle with – and how they find healing

The ‘sacramental shame’ many LGBTQ+ conservative Christians wrestle with – and how they find healing Many LGBTQ+ conservative Christians struggle with feelings of “sacramental shame,” where they feel pressured to hide their identity and prove their faith by demonstrating shame for being LGBTQ+. This can lead to feelings of unworthiness, addiction, depression, and even suicidal […]

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