

How to Find Healing From Trauma with Dr. Gabor Mate
60 snips Sep 16, 2022
Dr. Gabor Maté, a renowned expert on addiction and trauma, shares insights from his bestselling book, exploring the myths of normalcy in a toxic culture. He discusses how trauma can begin even before birth and emphasizes the generational transmission of emotional wounds. The conversation highlights the critical connection between emotional repression and physical health, advocating for self-compassion as a pathway to healing. Maté also underscores the importance of authenticity in overcoming societal pressures and fostering genuine connections.
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Befriending the "Hungry Wolf"
- Befriend your "hungry wolf" (traumatized self) instead of starving it.
- Address the root causes of its aggression and destructiveness.
The Myth of Normal
- "Normal" in modern society doesn't mean healthy or natural.
- What's considered abnormal individual behavior is a normal response to abnormal societal conditions.
Toxic Culture's Impact
- Modern culture's toxicity starts in utero with maternal stress.
- It continues through unnatural childbirth practices, parenting advice that ignores attachment needs, and societal pressures.