Psychology Quote by John Bradshaw
““Grandiosity results from the human will becoming disabled. The will is disabled primarily through the shaming of the emotions. The shamed and blocked emotions stop the full integration of intellectual meaning. When an emotional event happens, emotions must be discharged in order for the intellect, reason and judgment to make sense out of it. Emotions are a form of thinking, and blocked emotions bias thinking. As emotions get bound by shame, their energy is frozen, which blocks the full interaction between the mind and the will.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Healing the Shame that Binds You, John Bradshaw, 1988
Shame blocks emotions, which in turn disables willpower and hampers rational thinking and integration of meaning.
In simple terms: Shame stops emotions, weakening will and reason.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and release shame to restore emotional flow.
Themes
psychology
willpower
emotion
self‑awareness
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
advice
psychological
motivational
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- personal reflection
- conflict resolution
- decision making
Key Concepts
shame
emotional regulation
cognitive integration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does shame affect your daily choices?
- What practices help you release blocked emotions?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can still influence decisions even when not fully expressed.
