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Gabor Maté: Why Your Trauma is Showing Up as Guilt, Fear, and Shame & How to Untrap Yourself from the Past

On Purpose with Jay Shetty

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Early Childhood Fear and Chronic Anxiety

Early childhood fear, meant to trigger a cry for help, can transform into chronic anxiety when repeated help is not available, leading to a sense of never being safe. The loss of a protective adult is the primary fear for a child, as it creates a feeling of vulnerability and helplessness. In a society where parents may not be available due to various stressors, children can develop chronic anxiety from the lack of emotional safety. This chronic anxiety becomes ingrained, leading to a continuous internal cry for help without the belief of being able to receive assistance. The inability to ask for help stems from early adaptations where help was not available, causing individuals to believe they do not need assistance. This fear of asking for help is prevalent in many individuals due to past experiences of unmet emotional needs.

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