Unified Field Theory of Addiction - Gabor Mate Hungry Ghosts Pt. 2Unified Field Theory of Addiction - Gabor Mate Hungry Ghosts Pt. 2
Recovery in the Middle Ages - Two Middle-Aged Suburban Dads Talk About Recovering From Addiction to Drugs & Alcohol.
RMA-Episode 18 Show Notes: Greetings fellow travellers! This week on RMA we continue our deep dive into Dr. Gabor Mate’s In The Realm of Hungry Ghosts and deconstruct his theory of addiction in excruciating detail. Plus, Mike and Nat get debate an is...
1:07:54•18 Dec 2020
Gabor Mate's Theory of Addiction: Unpacking 'Hungry Ghosts' with Mike and Nat
“Yes, there needs to be a base level provided therapy, especially for people who are going through harm reduction programs or any kind of...there needs to be a discussion and how we change the way we look at addiction in this country.”
Ever wondered what drives addiction beyond the substances themselves? In this episode of 'Recovery in the Middle Ages', Mike and Nat dive headfirst into Dr. Gabor Mate’s renowned book, 'In The Realm of Hungry Ghosts'. They break down Mate's theory of addiction, focusing on how adverse childhood experiences and the need for therapy play a crucial role in recovery.
It’s a fascinating discussion that sheds light on why some people struggle more than others and what can be done to help them. But it's not all heavy topics! Mike and Nat keep things lively with a spirited debate on one of the season's most pressing issues: real versus artificial Christmas trees. Plus, they sprinkle in their usual segments like the weekly wrap-up, Recovery in the News, and The Week in Weird.
Whether you’re deep into your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers both insights and a few laughs along the way. Tune in to hear these suburban dads blend humor with hard-hitting truths about addiction and recovery.
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