Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
Ruthless Compassion with Dr. Marcia Sirota
96 - (Part 2) Dr. Gabor Maté: Unacknowledged Trauma is Hurting Us But We Can Heal Our Wounds and Our Lives
96 - (Part 2) Dr. Gabor Maté: Unacknowledged Trauma is Hurting Us But We Can Heal Our Wounds and Our Lives
96 - (Part 2) Dr. Gabor Maté: Unacknowledged Trauma is Hurting Us But We Can Heal Our Wounds and Our Lives
Thursday 25th November 2021
Dr. Marcia Sirota and Dr. Gabor Maté explore trauma's impact on behavior, mental health, and addiction, highlighting the importance of self-care.
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Get the buttons here!Healing Trauma with Dr. Gabor Maté: Insights on Addiction and Self-Care
These diagnoses don't explain anything, they just describe them.
What happens when unacknowledged trauma shapes our lives? Dr. Marcia Sirota sits down with Dr. Gabor Maté to unravel this complex issue. Dr. Maté, a retired physician and bestselling author, brings decades of experience working with addiction and mental health in Vancouver's Downtown East Side. In this episode, he shares his profound understanding of how trauma impacts our behavior, mental health, and addiction.
They dive into the intricate relationship between stress and illness, revealing why traditional psychiatric diagnoses often fall short. Dr. Maté emphasizes the need for self-awareness and self-compassion, stressing the importance of learning to say 'no' when necessary. The discussion also highlights the crucial role parents play in shaping their children's futures and why prioritizing children's needs over societal expectations is vital.
Whether you're grappling with trauma, addiction, or simply curious about the human psyche, this conversation offers valuable insights and practical advice.