We inherit shame like an unspoken family heirloom — stitched into our bodies, our ambition, our idea of enough. It’s the quiet undertone behind so many brilliant women asking, “Why do I still feel like I’m not enough?”

In this conversation, Jennifer Walter sits down with therapist and facilitator Kyira Wackett to unpack the hidden ways shame shapes our lives — from body image and burnout to perfectionism and belonging.

Together, they explore how shame isn’t just a feeling — it’s a learned survival strategy. One we can unlearn.

You’ll hear about the difference between “good” and “bad” pain, why setting boundaries feels so hard, and how to start building shame resilience without burning yourself out.

This episode is part psychology, part real talk — a compassionate deep dive into the quiet stories that keep women performing, proving, and people-pleasing.

If you’re tired of hustling for worth, this one’s your permission slip to rest, reflect, and begin again.

🎧 In this episode:

• The psychology of shame and why it runs so deep
• How shame drives burnout, perfectionism, and self-criticism
• The social scripts women inherit about worth and belonging
• Boundaries, self-compassion, and how to build real resilience
• Why healing shame starts with curiosity, not fixing

💬 Connect with Kyira Wackett
👉 adversityrising.com


A highlight from the Scenic Route archive

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Gratitude journals. Green juices. Meditation apps. We've been taught happiness is a checklist, but what if that's only half the story?

In this episode, we dive into the world of Positive Psychology and the concept of flourishing– living deeply, not just lightly.

We explore the PERMA‑H model (Positive Emotion • Engagement • Relationships • Meaning • Accomplishment • Health) and what it really means to feel alive even when life isn’t easy.

If you’ve done all the “right” self‑care things and still feel off… you’re not failing. You’re human. And this episode is your gentle invitation to stop chasing happiness and start tending what matters.

What You’ll Discover:

• Why happiness as a finish line keeps us stuck
• How the PERMA‑H model gives us a fuller picture of wellbeing
• How cultural expectations twist engagement, achievement, health & more
• A simple journaling exercise to map where you’re full and where you need space
• Why flourishing is rhythmic – not balanced or perfect

“Flourishing is the whole spectrum – light and dark, joy and grief, purpose and pause. And learning to hold all of it – that’s what it really means to be alive.”

🎧 Ready to go deeper?
If your brain’s been working overtime trying to “fix” you – maybe it’s time to stop thinking… and start feeling.

My Colour Reading & Integration Session blends Aura‑Soma with guided meditation to help you reconnect with your inner calm.
Book your session and let your intuition speak 🫶

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Tired of buying cookbooks that collect dust (or shame you for not owning grape molasses)? Same. In this episode, we’re talking about how to choose a cookbook that actually fits your real life and not some Pinterest-perfect fantasy.

I’ll show you how to spot the red flags (hello, pancetta prep on a Tuesday night 😵‍💫), how to tell if a cookbook is for beginners or pros, and what makes a recipe book actually useful.

This isn’t just a rant – it’s a full-on guide to picking the best cookbooks based on who you are, how you cook, and what you’ll actually make. Whether you’re a total kitchen newbie or just cookbook-curious, this episode will help you skip the hype and find books you’ll use on a random Tuesday.

✨ WHAT WE COVER:

• How to spot a cookbook scam
• The difference between recipes vs. how-to cookbooks
• Why food photography is lying to you
• The 80/20 rule for ingredients
• Why cooking is lowkey resistance (yup, we go there)
  
  

🎧 Prefer to skim? Head to the full episode transcript at www.jenniferwalter.me
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Visit jenniferwalter.me – your cosy corner where recovering perfectionists, tired minds, and those done pretending to be fine find space to breathe, dream, and create real change.

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