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Doctor Gabor Mate: I Regret My Interview With Prince Harry! The Shocking Link Between Kindness & Illness!

Oct 12, 2023
Dr. Gabor Mate, trauma and addiction expert, discusses the connection between kindness and illness, the importance of saying no, his regrets about interviewing Prince Harry, the impact of childhood trauma, the need to reconnect with gut feelings, the effects of repressing anger, and how being excessively nice hurts your health.
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  • Repressing healthy anger can lead to disturbances in the immune system and increase susceptibility to illness.
  • Childhood trauma often leads to people-pleasing behaviors and an inability to say no, resulting in sacrificing authenticity and needs.

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The Impact of Childhood Trauma and Repressed Emotions on Health

Childhood trauma and repressed emotions can have significant impacts on a person's health. Emotional repression, particularly the suppression of healthy anger, can lead to disturbances in the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to illness. This repression often stems from childhood experiences, where children may have had to sacrifice their authenticity and needs in order to maintain attachment and acceptance from their caregivers. People-pleasing behaviors and an inability to say no are common characteristics of individuals who have repressed their emotions. These individuals are at risk for various health problems, including autoimmune diseases, cancer, and chronic illnesses. It is crucial to address and heal from trauma, explore authenticity, and learn to establish boundaries in order to improve overall well-being.

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