Daniel Maté

Explore somatic practices for navigating global crisis, attuning to the present, and the impact of social media on our bodies in this bonus episode featuring Luis Mojica, Daniel Maté, and Camille Leak.

Daniel Maté, an educator, mental chiropractor, and co-author of The Myth of Normal, discusses the harmful concept of 'normal' and its impact on our mental and physical health. He explores the importance of alignment and examining cultural influences, as well as the effects of stress on the body. Maté emphasizes the need to listen to our body's signals and find a compromise between personal needs and societal demands.

Daniel Maté, co-author of 'The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture' discusses healing from childhood wounds and reconnecting with families. Topics include the normalization and lionization of toxic and traumatic effects, the unhealthy obsession with consuming and spiritual bypassing, difficulties in letting go and moving forward, growing up with a famous parent, reflections on mortality and family relationships, the fallacy of 50/50 in relationships, and staying in touch.