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Moment 210: Dr. Gabor Maté: Your Trauma Is Secretly Controlling You! (Until You Try This)
Apr 25, 2025
Dr. Gabor Maté, a physician and author renowned for his insights on trauma and addiction, delves into the hidden wounds from childhood that shape adult behavior. He argues that many struggles, like anxiety and people-pleasing, stem from unmet emotional needs rather than flaws. The conversation uncovers how both major traumas and subtle emotional neglect affect mental health. Maté emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and offers methods for healing, revealing how trauma can act like a puppet master in our lives.
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- Dr. Gabor Maté emphasizes that trauma, stemming from unmet emotional needs in childhood, can significantly shape adult behaviors and reactions.
- Recognizing and addressing both 'Big T' and 'small t' trauma is essential for personal growth and healing, allowing for emotional liberation.
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Understanding Trauma: Definitions and Effects
Trauma is defined as a psychological wound that can manifest after significant emotional pain, distinguishing it from regular distress or sadness. It behaves like a physical wound; when touched, it elicits strong reactions akin to the original hurt. When individuals experience reminders of their trauma, they can become triggered, experiencing intense emotional responses that reflect their unhealed wounds. Scar tissue, resulting from unresolved trauma, can make individuals emotionally rigid, causing them to react in predictable yet dysfunctional ways based on past experiences.
