Shame has a way of driving us into hiding. It tells us we’re not good enough—for our families, our friends, or even for God. It whispers old lies from childhood, resurrects past failures, and convinces us our future is already ruined. But that voice isn’t truth. It's a shadow. And today, we’re stepping out of it. In this episode, we break down what shame really is—emotionally, spiritually, and even neurologically. We explore how the heart processes safety long before the brain does, why trauma disconnects the two, and why fun, joy, and new experiences are actually biblical medicine for a wounded inner world. You’ll hear how perfectionism, people-pleasing, avoidance, rage, and addiction become survival strategies… and how we can rewire our inner landscape to stop running and start healing. We talk about regrets, past labels, the lies families speak over us, and the subtle ways shame builds its home in the human heart. Then we step into the story of the prodigal son—a picture of shame colliding with the overwhelming compassion of a Father who runs toward His child instead of away. A Father who restores, clothes, celebrates, and calls you “mine” even when you feel unworthy. This episode is an invitation to: stop reliving the past stop predicting disaster in the future return to the present moment and let God rebuild you from the inside out Shame wants to keep you in the shadows. God wants to give you a new identity—one rooted in love, worth, and truth. And it all begins with letting the heart heal so the mind can follow. If you’ve ever felt not enough… this one is for you. Welcome to The Ed Fernandez Show —where honesty meets healing, faith meets neuroscience, and the shadows lose their power. Tune in, be encouraged, and step into the light. You are the best part of this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
