Ashamed Quote by Barbara Brown Taylor
““I cannot say for sure when my reliable ideas about God began to slip away, but the big chest I used to keep them in is smaller than a shoebox now. Most of the time, I feel so ashamed about this that I do not own up to it unless someone else mentions it first. Then we find a quiet place where we can talk about what it is like to feel more and more devoted to a relationship that we are less and less able to say anything about.””
About This Quote
Source Book: An Altar in the World, Barbara Brown Taylor, 2015
Faith can feel less certain over time, leading to shame and silence unless openly discussed.
In simple terms: Faith can become uncertain and cause shame.
Key Takeaway
Talk openly about doubts to reduce shame.
Themes
faith
shame
communication
spirituality
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
personal
spiritual
When to use this quote
- personal counseling
- faith groups
- journaling
- supportive friendships
Key Concepts
existential doubt
personal growth
religious identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does sharing doubt change your relationship with faith?
- What safe spaces help you discuss spiritual uncertainty?
A Different Perspective
Silence can deepen isolation and prevent healing.
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