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Gabor Maté: Why Your Trauma is Showing Up as Guilt, Fear, and Shame & How to Untrap Yourself from the Past

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

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Fear, Trauma, and the Quest for Authenticity

This chapter discusses how fear evolves into anxiety due to traumatic experiences, particularly emphasizing the impact on identity and emotional safety. Through personal narratives and references to societal pressures, it highlights the struggle of individuals in seeking help while grappling with guilt and authenticity in their relationships. The exploration of a young Moses's choices serves as a thought-provoking metaphor for the challenges of personal development and the influence of early experiences.

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