Hi Anita. I’m so glad it is helping you. Muscle tension and clenched fists are a sure sign of inner turmoil and anxiety. I’ve had anxiety and OCD for many years and I find my hands become very fidgety when I’m under stress. As far as my shame goes I don’t think I know exactly where in my body I feel it. If I were to guess, I would say emotions are felt in the heart? I always felt I was a reject from society and the feeling of shame makes me feel disgusted with myself. Also a lot of self loathing and guilt. I’ve tried psychotherapists which helped a little. None of them ever mentioned mindfulness. I have hope for this.

Jim/Jamie