Venerable philosopher, counselor, theologian and teacher, John Bradshaw, is also an Emmy nominated talk show host. John Bradshaw has touched and forever changed millions of lives through his best-selling books, seminars, workshops, seven widely acclaimed PBS series and nationally syndicated talk show, The Bradshaw Difference with MGM. In this intense lecture, THE NATURE OF SHAME, John Bradshaw offers his perspectives on what shame is and why it is important to understand the difference between toxic shame and natural shame. This revealing lecture series explores toxic shame and how if differs from guilt. John Bradshaw shows us how shame impacts our thinking and behaviors. This lecture, THE NATURE OF SHAME, with John Bradshaw, is recommended for personal, academic and public libraries and those searching for a better understanding of the origins of shame and how unhealthy shame can contaminate our lives and self-esteem.