96 - (Part 1) Dr. Gabor Maté: Unacknowledged Trauma is Hurting Us But We Can Heal Our Wounds and Our Lives96 - (Part 1) Dr. Gabor Maté: Unacknowledged Trauma is Hurting Us But We Can Heal Our Wounds and Our Lives
Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
Dr. Gabor Maté and Dr. Marcia Sirota discuss trauma's impact on addiction, health, and relationships, offering insights into healing.
30:40•18 Nov 2021
Dr. Gabor Maté on Healing Trauma: A Conversation with Dr. Marcia Sirota
“Trauma, actually, if I look at the word, origin, comes from a Greek word for wound or wounding. And if you look at wounds metaphorically or actually practically, what happens to them? In other words, you'll be president of The United States, because I just quoted Donald Trump from his autobiography and we know what a traumatic childhood he had. So trauma disconnects you from yourself, from other people, gives you this wound that hasn't healed.”
Ever wondered how unacknowledged trauma can shape your life? In this episode of 'Ruthless Compassion', Dr. Marcia Sirota sits down with the renowned Dr. Gabor Maté to unravel the complex web of trauma, addiction, and mental health. With over 20 years of experience in family practice and palliative care, and a decade working in Vancouver’s Downtown East Side, Dr. Maté brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.
He's the bestselling author of 'In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts', a book that dives deep into addiction and its roots in trauma. During their conversation, Dr. Maté and Dr. Sirota discuss how trauma disconnects us from ourselves and others, creating wounds that often go unhealed. They highlight the critical need to acknowledge trauma within education and healthcare systems.
The episode also explores how unaddressed trauma can interfere with brain development and the importance of fostering healthy adult relationships for children. Plus, they touch on the negative impact of devices and junk food on mental health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the origins of trauma and find pathways to healing.
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