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.
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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.
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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.
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In this book, Dr. Gabor Maté delves into the role of stress and emotional makeup in the onset of various chronic illnesses such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, and others. Drawing from medical research and his clinical experience, Maté presents case studies and stories to illustrate how developmental experiences, suppressed emotions, and stress can impact health. The book also introduces 'The Seven A’s of Healing,' principles aimed at healing and preventing illness from hidden stress. Maté advocates for a holistic approach to healthcare, emphasizing the importance of understanding the mind-body link to take an active role in overall health.
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Sarojini Naidu
The Myth of Normal
Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture
Gabor Maté
Daniel Maté
In this book, Gabor Maté and his son Daniel Maté challenge the prevailing understanding of 'normal' health, arguing that Western medicine often neglects the impact of trauma, stress, and modern-day living on our bodies and minds. They connect the dots between individual health issues and the broader societal problems, offering a compassionate guide for health and healing. The book is based on over four decades of clinical experience and is supported by extensive scientific research, patient stories, and personal disclosures.
In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts
Close Encounters with Addiction
Gabor Maté
In this book, Dr. Gabor Maté presents a comprehensive and compassionate look at addiction. He argues that addiction is not a moral failure or a genetic disease but rather a result of human development gone awry, often due to childhood trauma. The book includes first-person accounts, case studies, and scientific research to illustrate how addictive behaviors are attempts to self-soothe deep-seated fears and discomforts.
It didn't start with you
Mark Wolynn
Ludivine Bouton-Kelly
In 'It Didn't Start with You,' Mark Wolynn explores how unresolved trauma can be passed down through generations and affect our lives in profound ways. The book provides practical steps and techniques to identify and heal from these inherited traumas, helping readers to break the cycle and improve their well-being.
Dr. Gabor Maté is a highly sought expert on a wide range of topics such as addiction, stress, and childhood development. He has written many books, of which several are best-sellers, including the award-winning “In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts” , “Close Encounters with Addiction”, and “When the Body Says No: Exploring the Stress-Disease Culture.” Gabor’s work has been published internationally and in more than 30 languages.
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