In this episode of Shameless Stories, Sarah Lloyd engages in a deep conversation with journalist, author and Gestalt therapist Tanith Carey about the complexities of shame, its impact on personal growth, and the importance of understanding emotions like anhedonia.

They explore the role of journalism in shaping narratives, the challenges of parenting, and the significance of naming and addressing feelings to foster authenticity.

Tanith shares her journey of writing books that reflect her learning process and the importance of emotional connection in storytelling.

Our key takeaways

• Shame is often internalised from childhood experiences.
• Understanding shame can help mitigate its power over us.
• Journalism can be a tool for authentic storytelling.
• Choosing the right journalist is crucial for sharing personal stories.
• Anhedonia is a significant yet often unrecognised condition.
• Naming emotions like anhedonia can empower individuals to seek help.
• Parenting approaches can perpetuate cycles of shame.
• Emotional intelligence is essential in both journalism and parenting.
• The inner critic can be reframed as a protective mechanism.
• Legacy is built through the stories we share and the lessons we learn.

I really enjoyed talking to Tanith about her opinions around shame both with a therapist and journalistic lens. And as you will find out an avid fan of her parenting books!

Tanith is a parenting author and highly experienced award winning UK national newspaper journalist  – who writes broadly across the national press.

Tanith brings expert, compassionate perspectives on raising resilient children in a fast-changing world. 

She is also the author of 13 books, including nine on parenting with publishers including DK, LittleBrown and Macmillan. Her latest book – What’s my Baby thinking” is available now – and you can lay your hands on  'What's My Teenager Thinking?' “What’s my Tween thinking, “'What's My Child Thinking? all of which are available in more than 30 languages. Other books include 'The Friendship Maze: How to help your child navigate their way to positive, happier friendships,' 'Girls, Uninterrupted: How to Build Stronger Girls in a Challenging World' and 'Taming the Tiger Parent- How to put your child's wellbeing first in a competitive world.'

You can find out more about Tanith’s work here https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanith-carey
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