Dr. Aimie Apigian

The Biology of Trauma™ With Dr. Aimie

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  • 67: Gabor Mate: Healing Trauma and Chronic Illness Through Connection (Part 2 of Lessons Learned Of The Trauma & Chronic Illness Connection)

67: Gabor Mate: Healing Trauma and Chronic Illness Through Connection (Part 2 of Lessons Learned Of The Trauma & Chronic Illness Connection)

Friday 29th March 2024

Explore the link between trauma and chronic illness with Gabor Maté and Dr. Aimie. Learn practical steps for healing through connection.
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The Biology of Trauma™ With Dr. Aimie
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Dr. Aimie Apigian
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Healing Trauma and Chronic Illness: Insights from Gabor Maté

Episode Overview

  • Trauma is about the body's response, not the event itself.
  • Disconnection is a survival adaptation that can lead to illness.
  • Reconnecting with oneself can start the healing process.
  • 80% of autoimmune disorders affect women due to societal roles.
  • Changing your relationship with the world is crucial for healing.
Trauma is not what happens to you; it's your body's response to what happens to you
In this captivating episode of The Biology of Trauma™ With Dr. Aimie, renowned trauma expert Gabor Maté joins Dr. Aimie for a deep dive into the intricate connections between trauma and chronic illness. Part two of this enlightening series continues to unravel how trauma disrupts our lives on a cellular level and leads to various health issues.
Gabor Maté, with his extensive career exploring trauma, childhood development, and stress, shares his wisdom on how disconnection from oneself and others can drive illness. They discuss the idea that trauma isn't about the events that happen to us but rather how our bodies respond to these events. This episode sheds light on the concept of disconnection as a survival adaptation and how it leads to dysregulation in our bodies. Dr.
Aimie and Gabor Maté delve into practical steps for reconnection and regulation, offering hope that healing is indeed possible. They also explore why 80% of autoimmune disorders occur in women and the importance of changing our relationship with the world to heal. This episode is packed with valuable insights and real-life examples, making it a must-listen for anyone on a journey of trauma recovery.
Whether you're dealing with chronic illness or simply seeking to understand the profound impact of trauma on your health, this episode offers a compassionate and informative guide to healing. Tune in to learn how to reconnect with yourself and others, and discover the transformative power of addressing trauma at its root.