The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Hacking PTSD With Gratitude – Dr. James Gordon : 644
Nov 14, 2019
Dr. James Gordon, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and mind-body medicine expert, discusses the nature of trauma as a universal human experience. He emphasizes self-awareness, self-care, and community support as vital for healing. Gordon highlights the transformative power of deep breathing and creativity in overcoming trauma and shares insights from his new book on personal recovery. He also addresses the importance of gratitude and forgiveness in fostering resilience, especially within communities affected by conflict and adversity.
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Early Medical Career
- Dr. Gordon felt alienated in medical school due to the impersonal treatment of patients.
- He prioritized patient perspectives, leading him towards mind-body medicine.
Modern Psychiatry
- Modern psychiatry has become overly focused on prescribing drugs.
- It neglects the richness of individual experiences and social contexts.
Addiction as Trauma Vaccine
- Dr. Gordon views addiction as a "trauma vaccine," a way to avoid life's difficulties.
- Addicts self-medicate to numb themselves from overwhelming emotions and experiences.
