Julie guided participants through a shame exercise, emphasizing that shame is a complex combination of negative self-beliefs and physical sensations triggered by those beliefs. She walked the group through steps to identify triggers, name fears surrounding them, and recognize the impacts these fears have on their lives.

Julie discussed the origins of these negative beliefs, often rooted in childhood messages, and how they shape one's sense of self. She provided examples of common negative beliefs and explored how shame manifests physically in the body. The session encouraged participants to write down their triggers and associated fears to better understand the root causes of their shame.

The exercise also involved exploring how individuals blame themselves for these fears and identifying deep-seated negative self-beliefs, such as feeling incompetent or unworthy. Julie highlighted how shame drives people to hide their vulnerabilities and how this impacts relationships.

Julie emphasized the importance of honoring and validating the role of shame as a protective mechanism, while encouraging participants to comfort and face their shame to heal from it.