Untethering Shame
Untethering Shame
Kyira Wackett
šŸŽ™ļøAsk Me Anything – E33: When Social Media Becomes a Measure of Self-Worth
6 minutes Posted Dec 24, 2025 at 8:11 am.
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In this episode, I respond to a question from an anonymous listener who writes:

ā€œI’m always trying to do more on social media — post more, show up more, engage more — because I feel like if I don’t, I’ll lose relevance or connection. But it’s exhausting. And every time I try to take a break, I feel anxious and invisible. How can I build a healthier relationship with social media that doesn’t make my worth depend on how much I do?ā€

We explore the intersection of shame, validation, and visibility — and how social media often mirrors our deepest insecurities about being enough. Inside this episode, we’ll talk about:

  • Why social media can activate shame and scarcity cycles
  • How visibility can become a substitute for belonging
  • What it means to create and connect from authenticity rather than anxiety
  • Practical ways to untether your self-worth from likes, followers, and feedback

If you’ve ever felt like your peace depends on your online performance, this episode will help you find freedom from the constant pressure to prove yourself.

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