It is irrelevant what your upbringing and past might have been, reading this book will empower you to begin remembering and working through some of the hidden effects of Shame you never knew were there, and having negative effects on you today. as Dr Thompson says going through this process with a group of trusted friends would be best if you are able, please read this book if you think you don’t suffer from shame currently or from your past that’s fine but the tools and the Insight he shares in this book will help you be more empathetic and a blessing to those around you.