In this book, Bronnie Ware shares her experiences from working in palliative care, where she identified the five most common regrets of the dying. These regrets include: 'I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me,' 'I wish I hadn’t worked so hard,' 'I wish I’d had the courage to express my feelings,' 'I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends,' and 'I wish that I had let myself be happier.' The book provides a heartfelt and inspiring account of how these regrets can be addressed while there is still time, promoting a life of greater compassion, honesty, and happiness.
In this book, Dr. Gabor Maté argues that Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD) is not a genetic 'illness' but a response to environmental stress. He explains that the brain circuits responsible for emotional self-regulation and attention control fail to develop in infancy due to life experiences. The book provides insights for parents to understand their ADD children and for adults with ADD to gain insights into their emotions and behaviors. It presents a program to promote neurological development in both children and adults, emphasizing the role of social and emotional environments in both the cause and cure of the condition.
Published in 1926, Winnie-the-Pooh is a beloved children's book written by A.A. Milne and illustrated by E.H. Shepard. The book follows the adventures of Winnie-the-Pooh, a honey-loving bear, and his friends including Christopher Robin, Piglet, Eeyore, Owl, Rabbit, Kanga, and Roo in the fictional Hundred Acre Wood. The stories are simple yet full of comic moments and insights into human behavior, making it a classic that appeals to readers of all ages.
If you feel lost or stuck in life, today’s episode will help you understand the root cause of trauma and how childhood experiences shape you throughout your life.
Understanding your trauma is the key to healing.
Your past doesn’t define you—but it does shape you. And today, world-renowned physician and bestselling author Dr. Gabor Maté is here to break it all down.
Dr. Maté, a leading expert on trauma, shares insights on this topic unlike anything you have heard before.
In this powerful conversation, he reveals how childhood experiences—whether you realize it or not—impact your relationships, self-worth, and the way you navigate life.
You’ll learn why trauma, stress, addiction, and people-pleasing aren’t just personality traits but survival patterns formed in your early years.
And most importantly, you’ll discover that while what happened to you isn’t your fault, healing is your responsibility.
This conversation will challenge the way you see yourself—and give you the tools to take control of your future.
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If you enjoyed this episode with Dr. Gabor Maté, listen to his first appearance, where he dives deep into the connection between trauma, ADHD, and autoimmune disease: Dr. Gabor Maté: The Shocking Link Between ADHD, Addiction, Autoimmune Diseases, & Trauma
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