Moment 210: Dr. Gabor Maté: Your Trauma Is Secretly Controlling You! (Until You Try This)

Defining Trauma

Trauma is defined as a psychological wound rather than merely a distressing experience. It represents an unhealed injury that can be triggered by reminders of past events, causing intense emotional pain similar to the original incident. The concept of trauma includes both 'big T' traumas, such as severe physical or emotional abuse, and 'small t' traumas, which may occur in seemingly loving environments where a child's emotional needs are unmet. Each experience leaves an imprint that can dictate reactions and responses well into adulthood, often leading individuals to reenact patterns established during their formative years.