On Purpose with Jay Shetty Oprah Winfrey and Dr. Perry ON: Healing From Childhood Trauma And Becoming Self Aware, Confident Adults
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May 24, 2021 
Oprah Winfrey, an iconic talk show host and philanthropist, teams up with Dr. Bruce Perry, a renowned neuroscientist and child trauma expert, to discuss healing childhood trauma. They explore how early experiences shape adulthood and promote the important shift from asking, 'What is wrong with you?' to 'What happened to you?' The conversation emphasizes the significance of nurturing relationships for emotional growth and the need for compassion and self-awareness in overcoming trauma. Insightful personal stories highlight the lasting impact of childhood on adult behavior.
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Oprah and Dr. Perry's Meeting
- Oprah met Dr. Perry while working on a child protection act and later consulted him for her school in South Africa.
- The girls at Oprah's school exhibited PTSD symptoms from growing up in constant anxiety, not war.
Redefining Trauma
- Oprah initially thought trauma was a singular, large event, but learned it's also consistent smaller aggressions.
- Neglect and trauma are equally toxic, shaping one's worldview and ability to love themselves and others.
Trauma-Driven Success
- Success and fame, especially fame, can be driven by trauma.
- If one doesn't have a centered self, external validation will control their life.
