Tommy Rosen
Tommy Rosen
87. The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness & Healing with Dr. Gabor Maté
87. The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness & Healing with Dr. Gabor Maté
87. The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness & Healing with Dr. Gabor Maté
Tuesday 8th October 2024
Join Dr. Gabor Maté and Tommy Rosen as they discuss trauma, addiction, and holistic healing on the 'In The Circle' podcast.
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Recovery Reimagined
Creative Recovery Journeys
Recovery from Trauma
Healing Relationships
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Trauma often begins in early childhood and shapes our emotional responses.
- Empathy and validation are crucial in therapeutic relationships.
- A holistic approach is necessary for true healing from addiction.
- Developing new capacities for self-regulation is key to recovery.
- Personal stories provide relatable insights into the recovery journey.
It's like you experienced something very human and had that witnessed and accepted and validated by an empathetic presence.
Dr. Gabor Maté joins Tommy Rosen on the 'In The Circle' podcast to tackle some of the most pressing issues surrounding trauma, illness, and healing in today's society. Dr. Maté, a renowned medical doctor and author, brings his extensive experience and profound understanding of addiction and trauma to the conversation. His latest book, 'The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture,' serves as a backdrop for this engaging discussion. Tommy and Dr.
Maté explore the deep-seated roots of trauma that often begin in early childhood. They discuss how these formative experiences shape our worldviews and emotional responses, leading to long-term mental health challenges and addiction. Dr. Maté emphasises the importance of understanding the therapeutic relationship's role in healing, highlighting how empathy and validation can transform one's journey through recovery. The episode dives into the flaws of the current addiction treatment system, pointing out that a holistic approach is necessary for true healing.
Dr. Maté and Tommy stress that it's not just about overcoming addiction but also about developing new capacities for self-regulation and emotional resilience. They share personal anecdotes and reflections on their own journeys, making the conversation relatable and insightful. Listeners will find themselves questioning their own experiences and how early traumas might have shaped their lives. Dr. Maté's compassionate approach and Tommy's insightful questions create a space for genuine reflection and understanding.
If you're interested in learning more about the connections between trauma, illness, and healing, this episode is a must-listen. It offers valuable perspectives for anyone on a recovery journey or those supporting loved ones through their struggles.