Gabor Mate: The Childhood Lie That’s Ruining All Of Our Lives. | E193

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

This is one of my top 3 favourite episodes of all time. Genuinely changed me. Please hit the like button on the video if you like this guest 🙏🏽

[@BoxOfMarzipan]

Steven, what are the other 2?

[@AlwaysBeTheCurious1]

aka: "Therapy with a CEO"

[@Allthesamesea]

Bigger Chanel bigger guests? I think every guest you’ve had on here is as relevant and ultimately beneficial as anyone else who may ‘cost’ more. No human is bigger than another. We are the same sea.

[@markbennett6367]

I've had to stop everything to listen to this one . And uncomfortable as it is, at the same time switching some mental lights on, there are so many pieces of life's jigsaw slotting into place .. I'm learning at high speed here.. Thank you..

[@cloudtrifle]

This podcast and the way Gabor describes trauma and you mention emotional wounds becoming the puppetmaster of our lives really reminds me of the podcast where you talked about the monkey brain side of us humans. How emotion controls so much of what we do. Awareness is the key thing people need to learn to heal on this, once you take a step back out of yourself and look at your life as an outsider, it is only then you start to see whats really happening and gain the ability to question, react without emotion and fix your problems.

[@mikesheridan5218]

My father was prone to rage. Mum would often say we'd walk on eggshells around him. His anger could well up at any time and especially around practical things like mowing the lawn, packing the car or on the rare occasion when we went on holiday. He was a workaholic and moved us constantly for his "career". By the age of 15 we have moved 9 times and I went to seven different schools from the north of Scotland to the S East of England. To this day he sees it as our failing that my brother, sister & I didn't "do well" at school. I became a workaholic myself & know I was also trying to prove my worth and I carried a lot of learnt behaviors. I felt strongly that unless I carried a "big job title", made money, drove a big car and lived in a "good area" etc. I would never gain his respect or feel worthy. Bonkers I know! Thankfully I was able to stop, getting off the hampster wheel aged 57 when the doctor told me I was carrying critical hypertension. I've moved to North Devon to be by the sea, work part time and mostly ride my bicycle. I'm walking the SW coast path at weekends. I'm also trying to rediscovery my sense of self and what an authentic life looks like now. Good luck everyone.

[@christynorman7288]

Mike Sheridan. Well done for stoically carrying on against the tide, I've been there and still struggling we are not alone! 👍 from SW England

[@christynorman7288]

Thanks for support Mike. It all helps I didn't fully realise that they could bring you so low spiritually. Christy (SW England)

[@8675-__]

I had a similar father. Prone to rage and violence. Always trying to be a big fish in a small pond! Moved us 30 times by age 16. Blamed me for all types of things (that we often never did). He finally threw us out one by one...which basically saved me and set me free. I became very successful once I got away from him. But I had to unlearn all the bad habits he taught us.

[@leslielandberg5620]

Toxic parents really suck. It's especially difficult if there is no other adults around it all to provide any kind of support. I had to learn really early on in my life not to respect my parents or to trust them or to like them or need them for anything or to lose a moments sleep worrying about them. Thank God I made such great decisions as a little kid. One of my best moments was throwing them out on Christmas eve because they were disrespecting me and I was hosting and made the meal. I said you can come back tomorrow if you can behave yourselves. Believe it or not they came back the next day hat in hand. I still needed lots of therapy though LOL. Never being loved or feeling safe or that you can let your guard down take a toll on you.

[@jamesgoetz4625]

@@leslielandberg5620 You threw you parents out as little kid? Man I wish I could have done that and sent them packing 😂. It's tough and so many of us effected but I think it is in big lie that been foisted on society to control us.

[@SupereagleChannel]

So this man is saying you provide a safe, nurturing, environment for kids in their first 3 years you can change the world... This is a gift

[@extremeresponsibility]

Well done. Janet Hogan, the 5th Door, has a practical program to do this

[@jeannemarkham1149]

How is this news?

[@mariashevyrova3730]

do it for yourself every day, then your kids will be happy. FOR YOURSELF

[@cj3720]

First 7 years.

[@79eyre]

I think he is fully right

[@terrycox2532]

I read 'The Inner Child' book 20 years ago and it changed my life. I did the excercise where the adult you approaches and wrapts their arms around their child at its most vulnerable point. This is hard, the child kept vanishing as I approached. I finally managed to cradle her, wipe away her tears and promised that the adult me would look after her in the right way from now on. My life changed very positively from that point: I started Uni at 40, finished well and am generally happier, healthier and wealthier.

[@TheDruzza]

Good work terry!

[@extremeresponsibility]

Janet Hogan, the 5th Door, has a practical program to do this

[@Mantras-and-Mystics]

@@extremeresponsibility You keep saying this. Are you Janet Hogan?

[@kindauncool]

Who's it by?

[@Mantras-and-Mystics]

@@kindauncool Janet Hogen.

[@DivineSource444]

My grandmother was always smiling, laughing, loved talking to & meeting new people, helped orphaned children (she absolutely loved children), and she always looked on the bright side. Her love for people & family was beyond compare. She lived to be 100 years old.

[@Sara-x6t3s]

Yes, I though I think that only works if the person is lucky enough not to encounter bad people. I did the same as a young woman and it only got me abused and hurt. It isn't healthy to only see the positive when you're surrounded by evil as we are today. I think that was only possible in the past.

[@RachaelMann-pn4oc]

😮

[@janetzvaniga6079]

God keep her

[@rhondastead5252]

Wow

[@cherishchee]

There is a reason why Dr Gabor Mate is revered by so many. His insights, humility and humanity is beyond. Love him so much.

[@nextlevelintactivism8195]

Yet he still fails to elucidate the number one trauma done to babies! G3nital mut!lation. He's a coward just like everyone else.

[@ajsans9161]

Why tf does he have to inject Trump though and NOT any other politician! Does he have TDS. Like why doesn’t he speak on the narcissist pathological lying tyrant Joe Biden?!

[@cj3720]

Gabor Mate validated my own experiences of 25+ years ago. So grateful I found a way to “walk through the rage” and learn the lessons rage came to teach me. It was a difficult path but one that put an end to my feelings of not being “good enough” and not being a worth while human being. Now I know I am and am helping others find their way out of that misery. The process also broke my addictions and stopped the cravings. I’m so grateful to be free!

[@extremeresponsibility]

Well done. Janet Hogan, the 5th Door, has a practical program to do this

[@calvinweeder1067]

@@Coco_90683 Agreed, that was crass. I only liked him because he is into psychedelics but when he quoted Eckert Tolle I was very disappointed. I don't think he's the person he wants to be. He mentions in an interview that he no longer bases his self-worth on whether his latest book is successful, but he had to mention that it was #1 on the NY Times ranking. If he really separated his self worth from how his output is received he wouldn't have had to stipulate that the book was successful. He's like, "If my book doesn't do well on the market, that doesn't reflect poorly on me, but it is #1 on the market". He's not quite there yet....

[@bobwoww8384]

Gabor Mate is a genuine pearl of humanity. His intention is beyond exceptional? He deserves a Nobel prize awarded

[@annaweiers2947]

He is better than the elitist Nobel prize club

[@theresiafriesinger5368]

I agree!

[@sheiladuke3289]

❤ Ca😂n He Get Two Nobel Prizes 🎉❤❤ ?

[@koltoncrane3099]

Bob Ya Gabor literally would actually restore some shine or pride to the Nobel prize. Obama and even bernanke got a Nobel prize and they created massive wealth inequality by keeping rates so low for years. Just insane some people are rewarded. Could you imagine if Trump got the Nobel prize? Haha people would be so mad yet Obama got it and he did drone strikes on civilians and effectively did huge tax cuts for the rich when he kept rates so low for years. If you got to graduate school for accounting then you realize yes the cost of capital for borrowing is a legitimately important expense. It explains why there’s huge amounts of stock buy backs ever since bill clinton ended the million dollar plus salary for CEOs by banning tax writes above a million. Ya cost of capital of debt vs cost of capital from equity are huge Hugely important variables.

[@johnjowett3217]

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[@revatiupadhya2951]

The calm, gentle manner in which Gabor delivers his learnings is EVERYTHING.

[@BX5M]

I think you're right. At first I wasn't really into it, because it reminded me of the typically teacher of back in the days. But further I listened, the more I really enjoyed the way he delivered his argumentes in this calm manner. Was a really good episode. As usual.

[@natashamudford4011]

I'm new here. Both of these men have a delightful calm manner. I can't believe the host is single. I hope he finds the right woman soon.

[@natashamudford4011]

@@michaelmessenger5742 Hello. That's why I said "the right woman," not just "a woman." I know not all men need a woman, nor do all women need a man. And that's before you get to all the LGBTQ+ insanity. However, this guy seems to want to find a mate, by his own words, a woman in fact (thank God he's straight)... so I wish him well in his search.

[@natashamudford4011]

@@michaelmessenger5742 Relationships are difficult, and despite our progressive technology and such, relationships still don't seem to be getting any easier. To make matters worse, it seems the government is doing everything it can to destroy the traditional family. I envy the old couple that has been married for decades, who have kids and grandkids, and all of them on a productive route thru life. Or at least most of them. I am blessed to be living in Texas. Where do you hang your hat?

[@natashamudford4011]

@@michaelmessenger5742 I didn't see anything with a Gmail address.

[@grahamhiggs4355]

If parents stop loving their child, the child will continue to love it’s parents, but will stop loving itself.

[@beefandbarley]

Ouch. Unfortunately true.

[@MarcoSilesio]

that hits hard

[@Justin-nu1oh]

Word up 💯

[@kirstinstrand6292]

If parents stopped loving their child, they never loved it. Many parents lack empathy. It's possible to love oneself, ❤but you're correct about the empathic child never stops loving her mom. I think this is the deepest love. The mother wound is difficult to resolve, but possible. Keep working for personal resolution. The final step is to experience the Dark Night of the Soul. Then, when you say goodbye to everyone in your past, an invisible wall goes up so that your past is truly a different lifetime. None of this emotional work is easy.❤

[@_Marina]

Well said. Thus, creating complicated PTSD from childhood, as a result from neglect and abuse (the lack of love, nurture, care, comfort and meeting the child's basic needs).

[@margaretgreenwood4243]

I have waited 80 years to be able to understand. My eternal gratitude to you both

[@Ellie-sx2rh]

Many healing hugs to you my fellow warrior. You are an inspiration! Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the happiness you can stand! How are you feeling? How are you feeling 2 weeks later? Much love and light to all. One*

[@0xmtk]

Dear Margaret, I teared up reading your comment. Sometimes it takes a lifetime to understand. Hope you heal and enjoy the life.

[@margaretgreenwood4243]

@@0xmtk 🕊

[@NutbushAnnie]

Bless you so much Margaret I am so happy that you are on your life changing journey. ❤

[@margaretgreenwood4243]

@@NutbushAnnie Thank you for your kindness. Blessings to you 🕊🙏

[@patriciashelton6644]

I was a stay at home mom, I was there every minute for my children. Then I had to push them into the hands of society, school. Where they learned bullying, hate, how the teachers acted different towards the kids whom parents owned a business, or were significant in the community. All the self esteem I built up in them, the system tore it down. No matter how I tried, all I heard from my children is, you don't understand, you tell us we're pretty, smart, an everything because you love us, they don't love us, so they must be telling us the truth. Society is sick, full of hate and greed. You can't save your children from it, only keep telling them and showing them you love them. But there comes a time, when your love isn't enough, they want friends and fit in. It's hard being a parent.

[@karaa7595]

This is exactly why I chose to homeschool. 💔

[@laurakosch]

@@karaa7595 As did we. But even that wall of love and protection was not enough. Our children still are broken by this world. When they were young I would have said this could never happen, it only happens (unfortunately) to other families

[@georgeindestructible]

Overcompensation does not help, which is what a good amount of mothers and fathers try to use on their children, it only helps create traps in the personality which then, when faced with disagreeing reality, will unavoidably create psychological holes in certain aspects of the character which, most of the time will set up a loop of behaviors until they either brake you or make you realize after some point and/or experience that you have to find out why this happens to you and then what to change. The secret is always balance and when to temporarily be unbalanced if you have to.

[@Secretzstolen]

ouch this hurts my heart. I think having honest conversations with them about how that makes them feel and how they handle it is important too. Self esteem isn't just about saying nice things to yourself - it's about how you deal with the lows too. It's about how you stay true to yourself. Discovering who you are. Keeping promises to yourself. Figuring out what your values are regardless of society. Finding your tribe. Being able to handle betrayal, hurt. Being honest with yourself about negative feelings and experiences, allowing yourself to feel them without trying to change them, hide them, or invalidate them. It's also about recognizing your strengths. It's one thing to tell someone they're pretty, it's another thing to point out exactly what makes them beautiful in detail. Using genuine expressions instead of platitudes makes a huge difference - it's about being mindful and present as well.

[@queent3343]

My kids went to school and were still confident and happy. They were taught how to handle themselves and self-love. Those lessons meant bullies didn't matter. They have been given unconditional love and allowed to be themselves and not who society thinks they should be. Once again, this attitude negates bullies. Stop blaming schools for all that's bad. It's your job to help them navigate in the real world.

[@Philly_bul]

This man saved my life more times than i can count. The world needs to listen to him.

[@wendyway6513]

Totally agree!!

[@LitPicksbySarah]

Same

[@PBenedicte]

I totally agree

[@pagedemuth1482]

He's ON the money! My current teacher studied with him for 3 days. You ✨️ are correct. The WORLD needs to 'hear' him

[@LizetteBradfield]

I need a life saver. Or don't I? Maybe not this time, let life suck out the last of what is "me".. Will listen to this man. Never heard of him. Thanks to this channel.

[@18eleanor]

Tears came to my eyes when he said he sat there and listened to the people who were dying because people who are dying want to be heard. I've waited my whole life to be heard and I hope that I get heard on my deathbed. What a wonderful gift. He is amazing.

[@celestemetcalfe3527]

The internal pain of not being heard is horrendous . I know 💔 My wish for you is that can sit with someone and have your words heard and understand your trauma ……its poisoning to the physical mental and spiritual ❤

[@robynhope219]

I was lucky enough be heard by my second husband. We're a perfect match, alas, he was a lot older than me and died, but I can say HE REALLY HEARD ME AND HELPED ME...and I did the same for him, love ❤u Herb!

[@celestemetcalfe3527]

@@robynhope219 What a spiritual journey you’ve achieved……so happy for you ❤️

[@robynhope219]

@@celestemetcalfe3527 thank u!

[@camc3640]

Pls do not wait to your death bed. Write, talk, listen to yourself and to your body, cry, heal, love so that you can live all days as happy ones.💌

[@PhetteHollins]

I came across one of Gabor Mate’s quotes years ago before even knowing who he was. It is because of his quote (I’m paraphrasing), “Don’t ask why the addiction, ask why the pain” that I’m such a huge fan. His work around trauma truly resonates with my soul. Thanks for this interview. 💜

[@lorenrobertson8039]

How poignant. It is self medicating for most that fall down that rabbit hole of addiction. Speaking as one that did find myself surprisingly without hope or my life d/t just one time an acquaintance pressuring me to try crack cocaine at a party. I lost everything at that moment. I'd never found that absence of the lifelong psychological pain I never learned to cope with. Very hard to climb out of that hole and rebuild a life worth living. I'm old and disabled now. I'm so glad those days are over. I love your comment so much. Thank you

[@tiffanybluetarot]

Yes, same here. That addiction talk he gave was so amazing.

[@anthonyiacobucci3652]

True, its where AA and 12 step programs are missing the boat. They change the behavior but the pain is still underneath.

[@lorenrobertson8039]

@@anthonyiacobucci3652 That's not what I experienced...it seemed to cause me to feel the pain over and over, and it triggered me so much to sit in those rooms and listen to everyone's war stories. I found a great small group that I was with for years. Much better, but I finally quit going. We were more of a family and we stepped out of the boundaries of AA and the program and talked about what we needed to to stay sober.

[@affenwerk5598]

That's so important. I came across a short video years ago, summed up, about that addiction in its core is about the feeling that it helps to achieve, not about a real craving for a substance (of course the body comes dependent on those as well in the process) But it's like with emotions, none of them are "bad" , everyone of them wants to tell us sth about us in the world. And I find myself learning they're pretty good teachers to know where to change things in my life for the better. 😊

[@guchigal3007]

In a world full of distractions, Gabor always holds my full attention....Steve you outdid yourself with this one.What a man, am so glad he simply exists. Thank you

[@tenbear5]

hahaha, that man is clueless! You may just as well ask an orchid for its opinion!

[@dancole2994]

@@tenbear5 Feel free to debunk any of his claims.

[@iloveFreedom.]

@@tenbear5 be more precise, please,Mrr Aggressive. better still, what have you found in your life which works well?? Dying to know.

[@clairehalstead1180]

@@tenbear5 which man is clueless??

[@susannemedina7955]

His voice speaks for all those who were exterminated. He speaks for them because they were not allowed to but ironically they speak louder in death.

[@mariaifland3821]

This guy is a genius in the most simple way. It's crazy that most of the rest of the world is ignoring these crystal clear facts of life.

[@robynhope219]

What facts?

[@mariaifland3821]

@@robynhope219 Did you listen to the video?

[@robynhope219]

@@mariaifland3821 no, read transcripts..

[@alanfrancis9225]

I was born into a psychiatric ward called family. All families are dysfunction on a sliding scale. Abuse is not just sexual ( our sexuality is core to our self worth- it’s who we are) it’s mental, physical, emotional and spiritual. You don’t know what you don’t know. So you adapt to survive. It’s not just the parents who are dysfunctional it’s all the siblings. My sister ( three years older than me ) was the family’s scapegoat. Guess who was her scapegoat. Then we take our trauma trances ( bonds) into the world. Non the wiser. Every moment of our life from jobs, roles, relationships, hobbies, activities will be driven as attempts to repair our wounds ( attempts at symbolic healing. They rarely if ever work, just exhaust us in the process. Addictions, codependency , anxiety and health problems. If we are lucky we wake up once, twice, three times from these abuse trances and go on a healing journey. At 67 I am free of all abuse bonds for the first time in my life. Free to heal and be myself.

[@rebeccahorton4570]

I'm 62 and so irritated at this age I still feel cray cray...

[@adrianazollo2688]

Families are mini cults I am too individualistic to identify with my family

[@Man_of_Tears]

I am fascinated by how this is written down. I had a dream about the psych ward too. Somehow the Spiritual seems on a different plane than my traumatically affected self, in my interpretation. That keeps me from seeing things as a dying light.

[@Sky10811]

❤❤

[@Sky10811]

​@@rebeccahorton4570listen to a book "Complex PTSD from surviving to thriving "

[@snezaostojic]

My father has passed away when my daughter was only 9 months old. I was very very attached to him. She saw my blues. Sometimes she could feel it even when i smile. This is who we are. Like the rock is shaped by the sea and the wind, human is shaped by the pain and fear, retouched by faith and people like Gabor. But it's natural. We are so fragile yet beautiful

[@jr6200]

Very beautifully expressed, and very true

[@4Grace4Truth]

Well said

[@EricLopushansky]

The good news is we are also anti fragile. Pain and fear are pathways to growth.

[@happylindsay4475]

My Mother visibly retracted into herself after her Father passing. I grew up with the script that Death meant irreparable loss and separation and a loss of love and connection. I grew up navigating around my Mom’s grief and abuse she suffered- I still think it’s me.

[@terencereed7957]

Beautifully written

[@julie5668]

My mother told me, all the time, how depressed she was when she knew she was having me. How she had morning sickness throughout her pregnancy with me, How I was born at 5.45 am, "Just in time for breakfast. Typical Julie!" My baby book describes me in very unfavourable ways because I was jaundiced, and on and on..., no wonder of all my sisters, I was the only one who didn't cry at her funeral. You can't lose what you never really had.

[@mitzipaigemclemore9282]

I said the same thing about my family. I’m sad you felt as I had growing up. Hopefully your surrounded by more love now. 😊

[@peter-peter5929]

I'm sorry for your early life experience. Are you speaking to anyone about it? Even after the source is gone, we need to process EV•ERY•THING. That usually requires dumping on a professional on a regular basis. GOD loves you no matter what and you'll never understand how much.

[@kyszre]

Wishing you luck and love creating your new future.

[@kymhocaluk9408]

Your mother’s behavior doesn’t define you. You are worthy of luv and great experiences in this life and the next. ❤

[@phyllisocallaghan3025]

So you didn't attend your mother's funeral because she said she had a bad pregnancy?? This is your ultimate reason?? What a horrible person I feel for your poor mother with a daughter like you wow what a big sin she committed complaining about a bad pregnancy 😳

[@Katrn30]

As a Palliative care nurse one of the best things I was told, was to live your life as if each day was your last. Because in reality we all think we have time…until we don’t.

[@BeforeThisNovember]

But then we wouldn’t go to work or plan for our future.. the list goes on

[@karennewbury6430]

My favouite Nickelback song is 'If Today Was Your Last Day'. The words, the music, the message sits deeply in my soul. Please listen to this song. Blessings to you and yours. 🙏

[@elisem1912]

That's really not true for those of us who have already faced death.

[@mikjb]

I think for some people that statement alone can create undue pressure upon a person to drive them to do things simply out of a fear of NOT doing things. Then you end up not enjoying your time but simply try to fill it up. Do you know what i mean?

[@Katrn30]

@@mikjb yes this may happen if a person does not clarify their values. But just existing and hoping for things to change is not living your best life. If you had 6 months to live, what would be most meaningful for you to do? It is different for each one of us, and the great thing about this life we have been given, it is OURS…don’t waste it or give it away…you be the one who directs the sails. For some it will be a peaceful, quiet life surrounded by nature and animals, for others it will be travelling the world, still others will build business, and families. As long as you are at peace with your life’s purpose, it doesn’t matter what the world thinks of it.

[@bluegreenworld333]

An important point to remember is that everyone's parents who may have inflicted trauma, had parents and were probably traumatised too. When we've worked through our feelings, we can hold compassion for them too.

[@RealStonedApe]

End the chain of generatioanal trauma. A chain as old as history itself...Doesn't get more beautiful than that thought

[@goatsandroses4258]

A friend of mine once said that one day she suddenly saw her mother, whose influence had been unyielding, harsh, and unemotional, as the hurt and damaged little girl who she (the mother) truly was. After that, my friend was able to forgive. It's true: many of our parents were just young, inexperienced, scared, hurt people themselves.

[@rhatid]

That is so true. Philip Larkin had that insight too kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6PNg4yJm6h9rK8

[@whoswhoo]

The really important thing is to take that first step to get help and healing it can be a huge step to take for many of us who have put a brave face on things to hide our pain.

[@aldotanca9430]

Provided it does not get in the way of our own self-healing, or that it even helps with it, yes. If it does interfere with that, certainly not.

[@annaemeralda]

I was drawn to this man when I first saw him in an interview. I see him like a modern shaman. The way he speaks, that gentleness in his voive, the knowledge he has, how he cares about the people he is talking to...he is just next level. He's like a father figure I've never had. His new book the Myth of normal is already a bestseller in our country.

[@VioFax]

Most of us were molested, or abused in some other way. Then sent to a school system that tolerates bullying and hate. Then cast out into a world where all that matters is your social circle and how much money you make.

[@mysteriousme3006]

Exactly. The more I listened to people childhood story the more I learned that this is way more common than I thought. That's some of the main reasons the world is mentally damaged. Along with teaching people to hate 1 another, then smile in their face because they have to work with each other or cross paths with them in some social ways. My heart is ripped to pieces over this. Innocence is no longer starting from beginning of time, and it's by force. Stay mentally strong on this earth.

[@ALT-vz3jn]

Yes. I was molested at elementary school and the teachers did nothing (we were many girls molested) when it was time to go to high school I begged my parents to go to an all-girls school. By some miracle they consented. I felt so safe there for the first time. The nuns took such good care of the students.

[@tammyfitzgerald5336]

Bullying out of control 2023😮😢😮😢😮😢😮🙏🏽💯🙏🏽💯🙌

[@whoswhoo]

​@ALT-vz3jn many nuns did wonderful work they educated us here in Ireland taught us Christian values too of humility forgiveness . They get a lot of negative press because of actions of some nuns esp in the Irish state funded orphanages that they ran . We live now with the guilt and shame for what was done in the name of Jesus . Suffer the little children .

[@leanne123]

That is my experience as well. I have been bullied relentlessly at work for the last 5 years. Never before that. 😥

[@spambot_gpt7]

The social structure of school is like prison. - Painfully boring schedule - One random peer group that is inescapable - No shared goals, only rivalry - Crabs in a bucket mentality, constant bullying - Authority unable to stop the bullying The result is a grinding machine that kills time and creativity.

[@camc3640]

Indeed.The whole school system is traumatizing as are certain 'working systems'. Power over..doesn't work so well. Pls Check also i.e. Thomas Hübl's work about collective trauma.

[@ziphono]

So spot on!

[@daisydriver5877]

So true abt school. I didn't get much out of it. I don't think either of my 3 boys did. One bears intractable mental and emotional scars. One mostly worked thru HS and barely passed. Now an over-achiever. Another dropped out but is doing fine now...despite many emotional traumas. All of it I see as my mother's and my grandmother's emotional unavailability. At 77+ I am just seeing myself in living color for the first time!

[@ezlow1065]

You got that right! well said! 👍

[@adrianjohnson7920]

@@camc3640 I was a clever, only, child from an (already) already disfunctional family. My mother always pressured me to achieve in school, but I couldn't muster motivation to pay attention to subjects I didn't like. Once, for reasons I can't explain, I made a straight A report card. My mother was over the moon because I had "performed." Her bragging to others disgusted me. Something in me rebelled at "performing" to please a parent I couldn't trust or respect, so I recall resolving wordlessly that this mustn't happen again. I became a master of passive aggression My mediocre grades from then on meant I didn't get a scholarship to University, though I went. Away from home I became an "unexpected success" in a field which my mother didn't value. Years before she died, she told me with sorrow what a disappointment I'd been to her. I "divorced" her, only sending Christmas & birthday cards from then on; nor did I go to her funeral. One of the best decisions of my life.

[@mel594]

This interview seems like its a therapy session for the interviewer, interviewee, and viewers. Talk about quality content where there is a lot of learning to do. Thank you for sharing this insightful conversation.

[@reusablecatmilk.2325]

Totally agree!❤

[@c.kainoabugado7935]

Exactly 💯 I know I am helped by his definition of trauma and descriptions of what it is.

[@lloyannehurd]

I used to interview people for TV and print. Just about every interview I was involved in was therapeutic. I had to identify even with the worst of people. I discovered I have both a good and a bad side.

[@donniegombel]

It is just that. There is so much help and understanding available to us if only we tune in.

[@rmil4531]

I’ve forwarded this particular video to my three adult children. It makes sense of so much. I’m buying the book today.Thank you.

[@Armenianshugah]

This man is the most emotionally intelligent person I’ve ever heard speak! I think he’s the first person who has come very close to helping me make sense of the “spinning wheel” that so many of us are stuck on day after day. We listen to that negative self talk in our own minds without ever questioning it. Why do we do the things we do? Whoa!

[@suzannemills-wemm968]

I know! For the past several months I've been halting and questioning those negative thoughts. Delving deeper I found how I actually was addicted to the negative feelings! Geeez! But once I acknowledged out loud what I was doing - I swear those thoughts were banished from my brain - along with the negative emotion. The knots in my stomach (thru life) just disappeared as I addressed each time these emotions/thoughts.

[@itsjustme...whitney6972]

I definitely I think we're all waking up to this then I know events I think we're all massively waking up but we all I think agreed to this I don't know just totally into I'm not saying that's fair a lot of people are talking about the Americans but I mean I don't know I mean if we've been lied to do about our history I do think we pick our parents to go through certain things and learn certain lessons. It does shape us but you can definitely retrain your brain I promise you that. But we all have trauma we have false beliefs we make up different perceptions and we all need to heal

[@BCSTS]

Gabor was our family dr. for many years....great doctor, was driven that is for sure! He delivered our son.

[@janeerdman8836]

You delivered your son, Gabor attended the birth and caught your son.

[@BEAUTYnIQ]

hes a nut job..

[@rfinnegan7106]

@@BEAUTYnIQ Huh? Is that a sentence?

[@ellecampbell3271]

He was our family doctor. He delivered my daughter 28 years ago. He asked me tough questions. He changed the attitudes of millions to make compassion a basic component of care for people suffering from addiction. I feel blessed to have had time to learn from this man I hold in the highest esteem.❤

[@Pamellaaaa]

"When the Body Says No" changed the way I saw myself, people, and how I interacted with people.

[@c.schuster7353]

This man has fullfilled his purpouse in life, he is a true healer.

[@gmaureen]

I always knew something was terribly wrong with my father but never knew anything about his family, childhood, etc. He refused to talk about it. Finally, years after his death, through a genealogy search, I learned what happened to him. When he was 2 yrs old his mother died suddenly (heart attack, age 27) and he was bounced around among relatives. At age 8 he witnessed the murder of his grandmother and aunt...old newspapers gave all the horrible details. For me, it was a mystery solved and also a sense of personal relief. There was nothing I did or could have done to change the course of his life. You can't help someone if they won't share their life, feelings, traumas.

[@dearbh1736]

Wow, he had been through hell and so, not surprising that he acted as he did. My father was a tyrant. I have ADD and wondered about childhood trauma as my mother was a very loving person but she was dealing with him and his unpredictability on a daily basis and was always trying to keep her six kids out of his way. He wasn't physically violent but he was mentally ill in some way and was extremely mentally and verbally abusive. We were terrified of him. If we were out on a day trip and one of us said a single word in the car, he would stop in the middle of nowhere and throw the 'offender' out on to the side of the road and drive off. My mother would have to beg and plead with him to go back. One time it was me and I hid behind a ditch on the roadside so that when he came back he couldn't find me. I watched him drive up and down the road from where I was hiding and took pleasure in the fact that he was now worried. It was only when I noticed my mother crying in the car that I showed myself and was picked up. But, as a young boy, growing up, he had the most abusive childhood where he was beaten and tortured by an alcoholic father and a non-protective mother. He was the product of that history and I am the product of him. He passed away about 10 years ago. I didn't attend the funeral but as time passed and I thought of the things that had happened to him I forgave him for the things he did and made my peace with him. I am still very much struggling with making peace with myself.

[@brendazaccardi9419]

So sad

[@Doniachiarizia]

I have started working the ACoA 12 step program. So healing. Give it a try ! Many blessings.

[@whoswhoo]

​@@dearbh1736you're not alone many share similar trauma .Take care of yourself.

[@MC-fw5vt]

From experience, most people won't share bc they've learned that most people aren't equipped to deal w the level of trauma they've experienced and comments such as, "You can't be a victim forever, stop putting yourself, you've got to let the past go," etc etc are perhaps we'll intentioned but very hurtful

[@enlightenedheart740]

Gabor is a LEGEND. Well done for having him on as a guest 🙏

[@TheDiaryOfACEO]

AN honour!

[@nb6175]

How come his son turned out to be such an evil little psychopath?

[@jacelee8613]

Damn straight.

[@gregorbingham]

@@TheDiaryOfACEO What's incredibly powerful is any entrepreneur that faces their demons, and spreads the word to everyone in your audience. It's just lovely to see. This helps me in my work coaching clients at my tech company. They love evidence, and heart. Thank you.

[@garyfrancis6193]

Yes he and Zsa Zsa.

[@annaweiers2947]

Of all the psychologists I’ve known of, Gabor is the most humble and honest. His book Scattered minds is also a must read, saved me from so much self-hate and confusion. Love this man and his son’s ❤!

[@cindyemsden3080]

I totally agree with all the positives about Gabor. Listened avidly. Bought his book re addiction. My daughter yo-yoing in and out of mental hospital. Addictive behaviours. I had severe lack of attachment as a child, first 3 years in childrens home, abused after, divorced, adore my adult children but can see what has been generational relationship problems throughout my lifetime. My birth siblings, all separated from one another through our unmarried mother’s childhood and life trauma. She died of heart failure in her 50s. Also in and out of mental hospital. Relieved, enlightened by Gabor but honestly also overwhelmed by, now what? I’m 67 and my adult kids in 40s. We try to nurture my grandchildren in the light of Gabors work. My other mentally emotionally hurt daughter is suffering in hospital and don’t know how to help. Sorry offloading a lot here. Thanks if you’re reading

[@connorlewis1150]

It sounds whacky … HEAR ME OUT AND LOOK AT THE STUDIES … psylosybin mushrooms completely changed my life . From a kid with all the potential that had thrown it away ,this substance helped reconnect with all my memories and the routes of them came to me objectively and oh my the beauty it’s as if you return to that state where life can be animating again. I suggest reading Entangled Life and looking into clinical studies . These ancient religions that used these mushrooms and other natural psychedelics were not stupid!

[@jbaby8255]

No worries you were honest and vulnerable! That’s how change happens, when we can honestly look at ourselves and admit the truth! Best wishes to you and your family ❤

[@celestewatson4874]

Reading this 2 months after you wrote it, and very moved. Prayers that your daughters have both improved/stabilized. Thank you for pouring good into your grandchildren's lives; your family, your mom included, sounds as though trauma and sorrow are a multi-generational thread that binds you all. And I mean ' binds ' in that you remain bound by it. I will hold you all in heart & prayer that the whole family experiences healing from trauma & trauma responses ❤

[@aurorao.8594]

Maybe try Dr Amen work and podcast, he has helped us a lot. May the Lord give you peace.

[@sun4u423]

Ok ask the question from last guest. You talk to much about yourself.

[@gretenaaden7613]

What I missed most in my childhood ( I finaly understand it after 70 years of age), was to recieve a hug from my father, without being afraid of him.. He was angry for just the smallest things…. I felt guilty without understanding nothing was my fault at all…. Later in life I see myself as an surviver! Thank you, Gabor, I give you a big smile, wish your life will offer you peace and joy despite your past. ❤😊 From Grete, Norway

[@retvixsatu4700]

I feel guilty about my parent for no reason, i don't know how to handle this.

[@munani]

All my hugs to you.

[@vanessas2363]

I cried reading this. It was the same for me too. The sad thing is, I may be completely wrong, but his anger possibly came from not having this also as a child. The cycles are so sad. Take care my friend Vanessa ❤🇬🇧

[@gretenaaden7613]

@@vanessas2363 Thank you! ❤️ It really warm my heart! I have two sons ( grown up), whom I often hug and say: I am so happy for you, or: Love you! IT IS SO IMPORTANT TO FEEL LOVED! My dear, I send you hugs to feel warm inside of you!

[@vanessas2363]

@@gretenaaden7613 that's wonderful. You broke the cycle. I bet you're a brilliant parent. Sounds it 🤗❤

[@KatKin123]

I was totally a workaholic to try to prove my worth - I’m grateful I recognised that and have pulled back significantly to be present for my family. That meant sacrificing many material things but I’m rich in love and contentment. ❤

[@denasharpe2393]

May continued bless shower over you and your family!! So glad you have found the way to peace. ♥

[@chadmichael_]

If you watch anything on people with multiple sclerosis, that’s exactly how they are. I’m glad you were able to see that and I hope you’re doing well.

[@Reikimakesmehappy]

This was my story as well

[@maricelasalgado1999]

Happy for you ❤

[@wendyfreeman32]

KK, this is me, i have been a workaholic for 50years, never been sick, but then i developed severe RA, i feel that it was a curse at first, now i realise it is a blessing in disguise. My mother told me at 5 years of age, if she could have drowned me at birth and got away with it she would have, that has stayed with me, i never had a relationship with my parents, never knew why she didn't want me, i have dealt with it by trying to prove my worth. Now i cannot work anymore, i thought my life was over, but instead it has shown me how to live without looking for other people's approval when i know i am worthy, and i have respect and love for myself, i now have time for me, at my pace, and i don't give time for those who don't give to me, wish i had wisdom years ago, much love to all xx

[@gillianestephensonpianopie2926]

At 75 of loved years I still weep when I watch your interviews with Gabor Mate You have a wonderful steady way of talking to this fragile wise therapist Well done and thank you

[@ChildPerson]

If only children could know peace, perhaps then world peace would be a given. Thank you both!

[@denisebarfield9136]

@Nancy Gray Great peace have they which love Thy law: and nothing shall offend them. Psalm 119:165 My son forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments. For length of days and, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. Let not mercy and truth forsake thee: bind them about thy neck; write them upon the tables of thine heart. So shalt thy find favor and good understanding in the sight of God and man. Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thine ways acknowledge Him and he shall direct thy paths. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord and depart from evil. It shall be health to thy navel, and marrow to the bone. Proverbs 31 thru 8. @ Nancy Gray, this is the only way for humanity to know true peace. Peace I leave with you, My peace I give unto you; not as the world giveth , give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. John 14:27

[@H4me7215]

So profound.

[@finnmcginn9931]

@@kjshy social scientists maybe

[@AlisonsArt]

@@kjshy The Bible says 10 generations. The stress of illegitimacy -- pre and post natal, then on.

[@AlisonsArt]

@@kjshy Deuteronomy 23:2

[@Boo-jy5ju]

Repressed anger and embarrassment, shame , works itself out as Depression, and a life full of drugs to survive!! Face your past. You already lived through it.

[@chaserofthelight1737]

🌹

[@bobcat2938]

ty

[@robertmatheson9542]

I like your comment and for me maybe how to proceed in this area. now to figure out how to proceed.

[@goych]

Yes!!!

[@chaserofthelight1737]

@@robertmatheson9542 you got this. ❤️‍🔥(as they say) look what you’ve already overcome.

[@maryottlinger8968]

Thank you Gabor. And the early 2000s I was taking care of my nephew who was labeled at school with ADHD. At that time I was into nutrition and decided to make better food choices. No more sugar cereals started his day with a good breakfast oatmeal, fresh fruit. Eggs and better lunch choices. After a few weeks, I have better food choices. He was much better in school. In fact, his teacher thought he was on medication. I told her no I just changed his diet. I’m glad I did. He turned out to be 6 foot 10 healthy and love in his heart.

[@cj3720]

Oatmeal is not much better than sugar cereals. Read the labels for the amount of empty carbs in processed oatmeal.

[@__Ess]

@@cj3720 the empty carbs may not be best but it’s better than a bowl full of sugar, e numbers and chocolate not to mention they’ll actually be fuller for longer to

[@cherubxingyu]

School offers ADHD label too easily.

[@kevinansley2087]

@@cj3720 Minutia?

[@jomartalanegra9438]

The secret ingredient ❌ in his auntie's breakfast was ❤ love.

[@andys7937]

As someone who is training in Craniosacral therapy, I'm so happy to hear Gabor mention it here. I haven’t heard it mentioned much by trauma experts. It's so gentle, calming and perfect for all ages and conditions. Thank you ❤

[@Paula-hb9dg]

Cranial sacral therapy was the best way to get myself to calm down . My therapist is so kind and she made me question my beliefs and understand I am good enough

[@deirdredonovan1083]

I will tune in any time I come across Gabor Maté. And Steven, your ability to listen and ask great questions is beautiful. Thank you both for this conversation. ❤

[@wendi2819]

Yes. The interviewer is listening for meaning and personal healing..... excellent at moving the conversation forward.❤️❤️❤️

[@anthonyiacobucci3652]

So true, it doesn't matter how "good" your parents were financially or in other ways, if they are unhappy people the child will feel bad about him/herself. They literally absorb their parents feelings. And then parents go "what did we do wrong?" Just being unhappy and carrying their own childhood wounds is enough to ruin a child. That will be absorbed by the childs brain. No one should have kids unless they go through therapy first. Should be a requirement.

[@IAMinfiniteandfree.]

Every human being on this planet carries pain and several inner wounds inside of them, our parents and grandparents etc as well. Not one human being should have children in this world, look at the world, it is insane, and being happy in an insane world is not possible at all. " It is no measure of health to be wel adjusted to a profoundly sick society - Jiddu Krishnamurti

[@Jennifer-gr7hn]

Agree on al, except the no one should have children (kids? Every one should have kids...goats are great! :) ) unless they go through therapy. Perfect world? Yes! However, narcissists will never go to the therapy. There is no support group or recovery for narcissists which make up about 80% of the population because they are not the ones who need help (liars, so I'm being sarcastic). Problem with your statement is, if people are having sex, they will get pregnant. if you suggest they use contraception, that adds to wounds and has detrimental effects on all areas of health (anything but the condom will cause cancer, inflammation, early abortions, emotional abuse/being used, and masculine by the pills, patches, inserts, etc. The condom has a whole other set of issues attaches to that, not to mention the zero protection from STDs, and doesn't prevent a heartbreak. Ergo, a lot of abortions come out of this mentality - and the truth is, those who put off children and engage in sexual acts before the committed place of healthy content of marriage (nope, not going "religion here," this is social truths and reality), become more unhealthy because sex hormones are a drug in itself and most people are not having children at all today, so they are living a selfish narcissistic lifestyle and not even desiring parenthood. I agree it should be a requirement but again, only those who want to change, will. Those who don't, won't and those are the ones that are screwing up their children. Ultimately, a lack of humility prevents all people from not moving forward in facing the hard stuff. A mouthful, I know, just saying it's an oversimplification to just "make it mandatory." All of us here, are motivated. Not narcissists most likely. I am a nurse, psychologist and also teach sexual purity (yes it works, yes it's beautiful, and it leads to increased marital satisfaction, sexual frequency and quality) before marriage, and they have 5,6, 9+ children and run a beautiful household, tight ship but s much laughter, joy, communication. Why? The parents didn't all have therapy before marriage, but they learned how to love, and love is sacrifice. Both parties put the other, above themselves. Children seeing this, grow up so much better. Yes on the no matter what your financial status...... and yup, on the rest. Good news though? We're all broken, all human, and I know 100% that with out the wounds of my childhood (and adulthood, the ones that followed me with managers, at work, etc), I'd have not acquired the tools to do this life in a healthy, peaceful, joyful way of pain to PURPOSE outside myself. Ergo, should my parents "not have had me?".....Nope :) Because of the dysfunction and abuse I endured, I stopped the cycle, and am no helping them, they are learning from me about forgiveness and deep inner healing. It's all good -- so, 'waiting for therapy for children'...we're not God. God is God. You do your best, and leave God the rest. He knows....imperfections

[@readopol4249]

Maybe changing the focus, will change the perception.

[@cornelisvreeswijk186]

@@IAMinfiniteandfree. Think about the miracle it is that you are alive today. Your ancestors since the dawn of time have struggled through famine and disease and war to provide for their children who themselves have struggled to provide for their children all the way down to you. They have poured their sweat and tears and blood for hundreds of thousands of years so that you would one day be born. And here you are, declaring not only that you will not have children, but also that no one should, because the world is too bad-and that in the most prosperous time in recorded human history. You would rather think about yourself, jump from temporary pleasure to temporary pleasure, thinking you will find happiness that way, trying to prove yourself smarter than all those who came before you, just because you won't look at the truth: the world IS hard by nature, and on top of that it is less hard for you than for all your ancestors before you. Let me ask you: of all the meanings humans have ever tried to give life, which one is more true than the one inscribed in your genes?

[@IaneHowe]

And they think I gave them everything they could've wanted not thinking anything material would not fix the emptiness

[@emperorofpluto]

*We live in a sick society.* Dr Maté has remarkable insight into why our society is so toxic and dysfunctional. Materialism, greed and narcissism are killing us.

[@BYGODYOUARESPECIAL1]

And let's not forget the fascist mass brainwashing of western societies with materialism, greed and narcissism.

[@anitachojnacki4512]

Well said...this man is simply sensational and not normal...love it love him,life changing Thsnkyou wish you were my pyhschrist.....or my husband lol

[@harrietjohnson1930]

Yes, we are self destructing. We can open our eyes, get understanding and start to make better choices in all areas of our lives. 💞

[@valerieirvin249]

Yes n we all know who those people are, for the most part.....

[@barbaraives5751]

There are some of us left who do NOT ride with GREED and Materialism and boy are we CRUCIFIED.

[@successblueprintinstitute]

His book on addiction really helped me get out of that rut. I read his book on parenting when I became a father. I am very grateful to have found out about this man. MY relationship with my children is great. Thank you Gabor!

[@mariaolszowska3935]

And what is the title of his book on parenting?

[@successblueprintinstitute]

@@mariaolszowska3935 “hold on to your kids “

[@joannegarofalo3556]

Hold on to your kids ​@@mariaolszowska3935

[@sheilakirby5616]

THE GREATEST THING WE COULD EVER HAVE IN LIFE IS TO HAVE A GOOD CHILDHOOD !!!

[@Kari.F.]

@@noname-hb8vk A good foundation is nothing to sneeze at. It's easier to build a good life on a safe and solid foundation that provided us with genuine confidence, strength and maturity to handle the bad things that happen in life in a good way. You should have listened to the interview while you were here.

[@mirafilipovic5162]

So very true! But would have to be great and loving from inside out!

[@gabrielgarcia-fraire9504]

No the greatest we can have in life is a dog.

[@jennklein1917]

I did, and it helps you be resilient 😁🥰

[@Jennifer-gr7hn]

@@jennklein1917 Actually, a cross filled, traumatic childhood is what helped me be resilient. Those I know who had a seemingly perfect "good" childhood? They are the impatient, entitled non-resilient adults.....hmmm

[@herewego1978]

Don't ask why the addictions ask why the pain. Love this!

[@Justin.Martyr]

*OnLy a MorRon, Watched this for 2-HoRRiBLe Oras!!!* *ME???? I Skipped through it in 3-minutes!!!! Done!!!!*

[@danifurka6790]

@@Justin.Martyr Are you okay?

[@Justin.Martyr]

*DaniFukaButta

[@dfwguy7149]

yes, addictions are simply a symptom....you're running down a rabbit hole looking at yours or others addictive behaviors. Instead, ask....Why are you hurting? What are you running from. If you're struggling with porn or alcohol...invite God into your present moment....ask God, What am I needing right now...guide me to the truth. There is no shame, there is healing there if you are willing to let go of fear and judgement. We were taught to hate ourselves and to be fault-finding! God does not fault find...he gives freely to all who ask 'without finding fault' ! God does not judge judicially like man does 'guilty or innocent'. If you want freedom and to come to know God...stop judging yourself and others. I've learned it, you can too.

[@Sarah-with-an-H]

@@dfwguy7149 addiction is an attempted cope to trauma

[@missmadelinesadventures3278]

I was so stressed. My son wore my stress on his sleeve. I had a tiny bit of savings. Quit my job. Begged unemployment for a few weeks. Saved more. Changed my career. Starting actually taking care of my physical body/mind and my son's..fast forward 3 years later. We are calmer, relaxed, slimmer and fit. Poor but happy. He is talking more. He's 16 ASD non verbal. We learn at home and socialize with calm people only now. Within our bubble we cook great recipes, we garden veggies, we do so much learning by living our daily lives. Our daily tasks are based on our stress or mood. We pick tasks that align us for the day. We thrive for contentment. Do what is good for you:)

[@rmorris1904]

Wonderful ❤️

[@RealStonedApe]

This makes me so happy to read - much love to you guys and besy of luck going forward!!

[@iiiiiccccc]

You're a wonderful mother!

[@theCosmicQueen]

yes. the outer world can be just too difficult or viscious or bad influence. It's not really that healthy to immerse kids in an outer world ( school) that isn't actually helpful or healthy. And adults need relief and refuge as well, maybe women more than men, usuallly. We need home and refuge more than we are allowed , very often.

[@missmadelinesadventures3278]

@@theCosmicQueen i disagree with you

[@79eyre]

When he says: Who told you are not worthy? and then: You deserve that sense of worthiness...I start crying...As I never heard these words before!

[@CristinaEvans-w2m]

Good for you ,moving forward with confidence ❤from Australia 🇦🇺

[@CristinaEvans-w2m]

You have truth to hold on to❤

[@doctorjekyll6125]

I have felt worthless all of my life. Nothing like a pos father telling their son, he is a loser. Such a fantastic feeling to carry.

[@mizt7643]

I cannot remember a time when I felt worthy just as I am. I've always been told I'm too much (insert bad thing)/not enough (insert good thing). So, I have consistently felt intrinsically and irredeemable flawed

[@camc3640]

@79eyre...Now you did and that might be a start of your own inner healing journey. Continue and learn how to love for real. Godspeed.

[@katscotty]

Gabor is absolutely correct about Rheumatoid Arthritis at 30 I had just gone through a traumatic divorce following giving birth to my first child. I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Once I got out of that situation I was free of it a year later and now 30 years later still free of it!

[@denasharpe2393]

Thanks and all praises to Our Creator and Savior for delivering you from that awful situation for you and your child and freedom from RA ever since then!! Continued blessings always. ♥

[@katscotty]

@@denasharpe2393 Thank you so much and bless your kind heart.

[@carriebell3566]

Same thing happened to me with eczema

[@nonelost1]

@@carriebell3566 I had eczema for 31 years on my right foot. I have no idea what caused it. But when I finally aggressively applied my prescribed fluocinonide USP .05% cream, the itching went away for good not long after. Funny thing of it is it was not prescribed as a cure, but only as a “treatment.” Therefore no guarantee you’ll have the same experience.

[@carriebell3566]

@@nonelost1 i didn’t apply anything at all. It went away on its own once my situation changed, suggesting an external link.

[@SuperJimmytang]

A major problem I can see is parents are stressed from both working because work is so demanding now that very few people are not highly stressed. Companies want more and more from you, then you pass on this stress to the child. Often the choice is dont earn as much and have more time and be less work stress but deal with the problems of lower income, like living in a worse area, worst schools, economic stress, or work harder, and not have time for your child. Basically your screwed what ever you do. God help us all

[@Dzanarika1]

Well said

[@blueskies6475]

Right on! Never gets talked about!

[@christinapsalmist4267]

If possible. Try to get cheaper accommodation in countryside. Pray. God really does supply needs with kids. I have 4. Still juggle 🤹‍♂️ part time work etc. Teaching English from home etc. Where there's a will there's a way. 🙏

[@ourstory8649]

So true.

[@Altegore]

I think the answer is - the countryside. Get out of cities.

[@macsmiffy2197]

At the age of 67, I’ve finally started putting myself first . Needless to say, my family and friends are very confused. I don’t think they like me as much, but that’s ok.

[@A_Hardy]

You got it all wrong!! A true father lives to serve and lift up his famely! Sounds like you became a ego narsisist

[@АбдулаАльхазред-ц9п]

@@A_Hardy don't you sometimes need to sort your own shit out until you can help someone else?

[@glennwing4214]

As a person who finally got rid of inner rage and the habit of suppressing my feelings and thoughts at about age 70, it has been difficult to learn better, healthier ways to interact with people. No one taught me these as a child, and as an adult, you just kind of have to figure them out for yourself, by trial and error. Ultimately, I have to decide, in every situation, which is more important - being true to myself or causing no harm to other people. Sometimes, it's impossible to do both. In the beginning I think I was more adamant and ham-fisted about this than I needed to be. Five years in, I'm doing better, but there are still times when I struggle to find a consistently good way to balance being true to myself and not causing harm. It's a life's work.

[@socialservice576]

You sound like my narcisistic estranged father who only tried to reach out to me after he survived a heart attack. He always put himself first and I was never raised from hearing from him or getting any help or parenthood. He only reached out to me because he needed a caregiver and he didnt even remember he had a daughter before that. I told him he was never here for me even when I fell chronically sick and needed support the most, he replied he was the most generous guy in the world and he deserves the best in life. Delusional. He has become estranged again after I told him the truth because he couldnt handle the truth.

[@joyceconklin4596]

When a child doesn't get love from either parent I believe when someone gives you love you don't know how to receive it

[@AutisticAwakeActivist]

Yes truth.

[@sarahb.6475]

Or trust it.

[@sandrapicton8961]

Good point.

[@suzannemills-wemm968]

Agree, but it doesn't have to remain that way for the child. -How we 'Receive' (love, compliments) is a learned skill. Jus like learning to love oneself first.

[@AutisticAwakeActivist]

@@suzannemills-wemm968 if we haven’t received love or learned to receive love them how are we meant to. MHservices in UK literally give 0 empathy and rubbish often inappropriate support and they screw up communications with DRs and that puts on waiting lists and because they didn’t communicate the person ends up at the bottom in uk it’s 3.4 years I waited autism assessment at aged 52 and now they have actually screwed up communications and not actually sssessed re adhd then sent a letter to me saying I wasn’t elligble for their services ( when I had 0 assessment and my dr simply refferred me to them to assess I was in that waiting list 6 months I e been on a 15 month waiting list for social services though I did see a lady from autism services . I have physical disability and issues re travel as I’m semi rural and I’m on the list for a bungalow . These had me on a waiting list for 3 years . When I updated with info on autism they then asked for id . Which I couldn’t get to work online and they sAid they’d refer me to a suppirt worker to help me apply and put the ID before I got the support worker some idiot closed my case saying I hadn’t complied putting the form in with the Id putting me back in the bottom with that. How am I meant to get well when thepeople I turn to are making me I’ll with stress and trapping me in my home effectively . The complaint system compartmentalising all this issues and no one is seeing the whole effects this is having on my MH. How can I get well if all they do is warehouse me every service. I run out of patience I’m thinking it’s deliberate personal and systemic nazi abuse in Britain they are driving us to suicide to save them paying disability benefits . People patients need change. All I feel is rage frustration and anger and I’m s armed it will turn very dark they keep pushing my buttons then demanding I respect them they are supposed to provide a service they aren’t my authority or bosses. They are established Nazi gate keepers for the private vultures thAt have stole our NHS . We have a government body politic press Tv social media encouraging hate of the disabled in the UK and they are preaching us live whilst giving g us 0 of the stuff fb twitter ect have no policy to protect the poor and disabled from trolls bullying us for being on welfare and or for their MH slurs and comments like benefit claimants are scroungers . Comments by bots and paid trolls saying we shouldn’t have TV or phone ( we need phones to comply with online benefit systems we need Tv for entertainment . This country is turning into Romania in the 80s I think amber Rudd visited there and learned how to kill disabled people . I mean the British public want us dead or slaves in pain looking at 4wslls till we are dead and when we crack up they drug us to an early death that’s what is going on in Britain

[@RainFall-wz2yp]

Suffering from severe c-PTSD and obsessive intrusive thoughts. Sadness, frustration, guilt, shame, heartbreak, grief, rage, loneliness, depression, desperation, hopelessness, overwhelm. I pray for Peace of Mind and healing of my soul and heart.

[@Athena-4444]

🤗🌹💕🕊🙏🏻

[@Athena-4444]

❣💕🕊🌹🙏🏻

[@nvr5490]

Same. I also have a severe gambling addiction on top which makes me feel so unworthy and fearful of my future. I hope you're doing well.

[@paulhopwood3949]

"Become the friend of the puppet-master, then relieve them of their duties". Love that. Absolutely loved this episode. Totally absorbing and intellectually stimulating. Thank you.

[@StacyJardine]

I love the pause, the space you leave your guests to answer within. It's not too long, it's not awkward. It's just space. This was my favorite episode to date 🩷

[@misschloe3678]

My mother suffered from schizophrenia and other mental health issues which sadly killed her. My father was abusive and neglectful. I don't remember anything that happened in my childhood before 13 years of age. Reconnected with my brother after 4ish years late last year and talking to him has given me clarity on our childhood and how we're very alike in terms of not fitting into this world and struggles we suffer with now as adults. I'm on a journey of healing but I don't think I'll truly feel free and safe until my dad dies. This video has helped me so much and understanding more about what I've been through. Thank you so much Steven for introducing Gabor to me ❤

[@KLmoxie]

@misschloe3678 Thanks for sharing. I feel bad for thinking it, but I also don't think I'll truly feel free and safe until my Stepmother dies. It's a fear that never goes away...its in the body. It takes a lot of somatic therapy

[@adrianjohnson7920]

@@KLmoxie I have bad news for you: unless you work on dealing with your own trauma, (an inside transformation) your stepmother's death (an outside event) will not make you feel any more free or safe. Investigate psylobyn or ahuyesca therapy.

[@shereenmakhanye9239]

Thank you for this. I’ve been binging on Dr Gabor Mate’s talks lately and my only concern, being in Africa, is how to get his message to many of my broken communities that so need this. I appreciate seeing a person of color having access to this great mind. A difference will be made 🙌🏿

[@lovestruckfm]

the same in my community (Cambodian) 😢

[@thinkoutsidethebox8456]

I say share Gabor's videos/digital books and talk about this knowledge to whoever is ready for the transformation! That's where it all starts

[@irmabronder]

Only by changing ourselves we can change the world. The world is an illusion. It is liked a fight between the spirit and the ego. The ego wants you to believe you are this body, but you are the spirit. This spirit is in your body and outside your body. In reality there is only you. And you are wrongly identifying with this body and because you do this you want to change others. When you identify as spirit, you will understand that you are this world. And so you need to work on yourself by finding out what you are and what you not are. When you have worked on yourself your environment and the people around you will notice this and will help them. Like everyone we all start by identifying with this body. We are all egoistic, until you can't identify with this body anymore. I can only say follow your intuition and forget acting on thoughts. Helping others is a thought. There are no others. There is only you. Thoughts are coming from the devil. Intuition or your gut feeling are coming from the divine. Listen to your intuition. It will guide you. You are your own best guide. The deeper your understanding the less you will fall for the thoughts of your mind. Stop desiring and be content. This is what the creator wants you do undergo or do as the body, but you are not the body. Wrong identification is the cause of all suffering in the world. By looking after the body and mind, you will create a pure mind that is not distracted by thoughts. They come and go. You don't interact with them. With a pure mind you will understand that you can not help others, unless they want to be helped. You need a steady mind. Your ego will try harder and harder to distract you when you go on this path but I can only tell everyone can do it. Just keep practicing. There is only you. You don't need anything. How can you take what is already yours? Everything is you. Ask yourself who am I? Any answer that comes is from the mind. Silence that is what you are. You are not affected by anything that your body goes through. Remember you are not the body. Give up getting happiness from this world. This world is giving you only suffering. It can not give you anything else as this world has only opposites. Everything will be taken from you when the body dies. Don't grow attachments. The ego expands quickly from your body, to your family members, house, car, religion, country. Just anything that you put me, my, mine or I in front of. It takes some time but you can be free in this life. I know you can do it. Stop worrying about others, focus on teachings of any sage of any religion they will take you beyond religion and you will not be scared of the death of the body. You will be waiting for that. Any anxiety about death is telling you that you still identify as this body. There are many great spiritual teachers. Your intuition will guide you. Follow it to freedom sweetheart. 💕💕

[@nasibami2024]

@@irmabronder really well said. Totally agree. Some of it are like the idea of boeddhisme. There are so many wise words there. And dr. Mare self also quite often quote from Buddha. 😊

[@jbear3478]

Only recently realized that my constant anxiety is a reaction to my parents' untreated issues

[@cdcanada7182]

Same

[@codybarry8204]

My mother text me a week ago to say she was flying into my State "to help me." Well I know better....I also know I broke out in angry hives all over my body. This morning it seems they might be going away. (I don't get hives) but that was my bodys reaction to her even coming to my State.

[@anikaelizabeth]

Mine too.

[@Nigelsmom2136]

Same here. Depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, etc. All because my father had his own childhood with a horrible mother. He was damaged goods through no fault of his own. That was his normal and he passed it on to me. I'm 63 and I still deal with the aftermath. This interview gave me a new understanding.

[@syritasdoneitgoodytwoshoes2471]

possibly alludes to 75% of the World Population...truthfully speaking

[@mizt7643]

I have thought countless times, 'Something is very wrong with me but I don't know what it is.' Thanks to Mr. Maté I'm starting to realize the truth. I have gotten so low, and was in such despair that the thought of ending it was actually put in motion, my plans were thwarted that night by an unexpected phone call. I don't know why I am still alive and I STILL battle dark thoughts daily but Mr. Maté is helping me to understand the profound and excruciating pain I daily live with. I cannot thank him enough. Sincerely, sincerely! Thank you Mr. Maté!

[@lizuca0199]

Good luck to you!I hope you are better.And may I give you a different perspective? The more childhood trauma you had and you work on it,the better,the greater of a person you will become.

[@mizt7643]

@lizuca0199 Thank you. It's a tough and long road, but I'm noticing improvements

[@Afaq-yo4ch]

Hey how are you now? I have chronic pain, and my doctor's said it's psychogenic, now they are giving me trauma focused cbt, can you please share your details? ​@@mizt7643

[@Afaq-yo4ch]

​@@mizt7643and Any improvements

[@mrchristian2023]

THANK YOU for bringing this great man to a wider audience. This man is a gift to humanity. I wrote my own book on my own undertstandings following a dark time. A week later I found this man who confirmed everything I had just written about in my own life. 🙏

[@rs5570]

Please tell me, can I purchase your book. gabor Mate is a fine person to emulate a book after. I like hearing other’s takes on his views when they’re thoughtful & intelligent and have actually experiened the trauma.

[@c.kainoabugado7935]

A very quick relief, so fortunate.

[@Beachbby850]

Book title, please!

[@GlutathioneBreakthrough]

@christian622 ⬇️ A few people are wondering 🥰🙏🏼 #Book #Title #TaggingYouNow 👍🏻

[@mrchristian2023]

The Average Broken Man available on Amazon ! 🙏

[@tordyclark]

He has a lovely voice, and speaks the truth about violence without sounding angry. Impressive. I'm reading everyone's comments. My male parent was a rageaholic, violent man who could only respond to life by threats, hostility and condescension. He looked down his nose at everyone. He couldn't keep his hands off me, he was viscious. When I flinched, he threw sideways punches, he was a brick shaped man and strong. I despised him and knew he was rotten. On the public side, he charmed everyone. I neither knew nor cared what his upbringing was, to make him so. I believe when you're a parent, it stops being about you. I believe it was wrong and criminal to put me in such a position and I blame both parents for throwing me away, even though the other parent wasn't physically violent, she did a half-assed job and did not protect me from the man she had spent ten years escaping who now unleashed his full force on me. I deserved better. And if you're one of the others commenting, you do too. NOW, TODAY, I have done work on myself, my beautiful self, my life, and my worth, that I can say: -I have more worth when I am loved, safe and secure, and filled with joy. -I am worth love, I am worth safety, I am worth joy, and presence. I support myself and hold myself up. I honour and cherish myself. I will always be here for myself. I love my sad bits, because they give me meaning, I love my uncertain parts, because I am in between and brave to have jumped. I love my lonely parts because they give me connection with my spirit. Peace, safety for everyone.

[@drivenhome3257]

Did you write this, if so write more and often, thank you, I'll save this for a morning mantra. Well done, well done.

[@pariyaa7852]

So beautiful sister , proud of you

[@annmarieknapp2480]

Tordy I felt such pain reading your testimony. I'm so sorry that your father was such a brutal and cruel person to you. Just grateful you are doing really well and at peace. You deserve it. We all do. Peace to you too.

[@sandracaezza7234]

Thank you for your communication to us ! We are all on a journey of self love & respect. I love that you hold yourself up, as we all learn to do when we realize the trauma was never ours to hold ! I wish you peace for all your days. Thank you

[@lauralaan9591]

😥you are a beautiful person. I wish you ❤❤

[@joanahn.1699]

This is an early Christmas gift. I'm an orphan in my 30s, realizing a lot of childhood trauma and family loss still pulls the strings of my life. Thank you both for this exceptional podcast. Transformative to hear.

[@RadioPsychicAstrologyByPepper]

Hi. I'm al'so orphaned, older than you at 47 but without any family now..... It's lonely.

[@cherylann8292]

Ditto, im 58 and the loneliness cuts deeper as the years pass. Im finally reparenting myself in order to heal. I appreciate Gabor Mate so much✨

[@codyjohnson5468]

You guys were orphaned. past tense... stop making that define who you are... are you still orphaned? Do you have people around that love and support you?

[@benditabrujaastrologia]

@@RadioPsychicAstrologyByPepper Hi! I'm also orphan and I couldn't help but notice you are into Astrology/are an Astrologer. Do you happen to have Saturn or Capricorn connected to your 4th house? Honestly the reason why I got into Astrology was because I was able to understand my life story through my own birth chart- there's something healing about being able to witness yourself. ❤️

[@libbysukiyaki]

You are greatly loved by your heavenly Father.

[@AnaRodrigues-fv1sc]

Thank you Dr. Gabor Mate! In the midst of darkness, your light shines bright, making a profound difference in the world

[@cherylwalsh8315]

I have lived what you are talking about. My father died from a heart attack when I was 10 years old. I felt all the same feelings that you talk about here. I am over 70 now, and I can see how that childhood trauma has affected my entire life. This is a deeply touching video.

[@thehylers1021]

As we discover our trauma from parents and family of origin... have compassion for yourself and after you are stronger and healthier... have compassion for those who hurt, abused or neglected you. Blessings, healing, and love to everyone here ❤

[@doctorjekyll6125]

Having compassion for those who ruined your life doesn’t sit very well with me. You must be religious.

[@Sarah-with-an-H]

@@doctorjekyll6125 it’s a recognition that the abusers didn’t start the fire as they too are damaged the same way they damaged you

[@lmansur1000]

He (Gabor) has been a warrior, getting into people's psyche and traumas where others have feared to tread. He exposed himself authentically in the process. This is invaluable work that has, in my opinion, started a process of unravelling the past, the hurts, the dysfunction so we may wake up and do much better and actually shift our experience on earth to a whole new level. The planet needs to take off the coat of self inflicted traumas and wake up, for good. Thank you Gabor Mate and thank you interviewer.

[@preciousmousse]

A denial of reality is a denial of how we feel about things. I've began healing a few years ago and used to listen to Gabor while I was in therapy. I am just starting to feel like I live in reality and it's such a relief and such a beautiful feeling of self assurance and independence. This mention almost got me in tears. My therapist used to talk about reality versus magic thinking a lot and even though I finished therapy this still keeps sinking in. To anyone looking for help, I hope you find the therapist that suits you, the work is invaluable. I personally recommend the Transactional Analysis field of Psychotherapy. Stay safe and strong 🙌

[@kirstinstrand6292]

A TRAUMA therapist with 20+ years in practice is another good option for those disconnected from their childhood memories.

[@marykinsella417]

😂❤

[@Sky10811]

​@kirstinstrand6292 absolutely, the best what worked for me is EMDR and also an audio book "Complex PTSD from surviving to thriving "

[@Vxruxxss]

I 100 percent agree. I’m living in reality and I feel so normal and connected. I just turned 30

[@youngprotoge2]

@@VxruxxssI need this. I’m just starting now to at 28 realize a lot

[@JeannetteYvonne]

Dr. Gabor Mate has validated everything I've been saying, mostly in isolation and scapegoated from family and social circles, for my entire life. I feel so seen and heard hearing my deepest thoughts and beliefs spoken in such clear, concise, scientific, experiential, wise, empathic, compassionate ways. Thank you for this interview. I have listened to both his books, Myth of Normal and Scattered Minds, and as a person who was blamed and bullied for my authentic expression of who I am, I am touched deeply by these concepts being brought to the light. May all children everywhere be saved from the abuse and torment of the whole past of human civilization. The more we share, the more others will feel comfortable to and then we all heal, collectively. Mastering the self is the most important job any one of us can undertake. Learning to sit with myself, alone, sometimes in the dark, resisting the urge to seek outside of myself what I need that exists only within, these are the tasks that have brought me the immense healing and self-compassion I'm able to feel in the face of incredible adversity. Our stories deserve to be brought to light. ⭐

[@houndmother740]

I grew up in an alcoholic family, I'm 64 now. It all started with I'm not good enough. That belief has ruled my life all my life.

[@evelyng.2159]

Denise, your story is so similar to mine that I have to say hello and comment. I was born a premie at 3 pounds and was in incubator for 8 weeks. My mother didn't drive or work and my dad was busy working hard to feed 6 kids, 5 boys and myself. So, my parents didn't come to see me except for weekends, as the hospital was too far away. My mother was an alcoholic and was mentally and physically abusive. I often wonder if a premie baby is fully developed and how the lack of instant touch and sound by the parents, mostly the mother. I am also a very sensitive person and was labeled depressed at an early age because I cried a lot. I have deep depression fueled by several incidents that I can't let go of. I am 72 years old and feel I'm too darned old to seek help now. I wish you the best of luck and a Happy Holiday season.

[@hospicedragon96]

My parents both told me how expendable I was before I was 5 years old if I knew 1 thing it was that my parents were capable of murder and I meant nothing to them.

[@nathanieldavis5231]

I know what you mean and my household growing up was not alcoholic , it ain't just the alcohol !

[@karensimpson9866]

No real need to tell my story, but suffice it to say that "I AM ENOUGH!" is written on my mirrors.

[@karensimpson9866]

@@hospicedragon96 That is utterly heartbreaking. I do hope you have come to terms with the concept that their feelings had little to do with how they felt about you and everything to do with how they felt about themselves.

[@TheSapphireSprit]

As a child who was abandoned at one month old this sure hit home. Addiction, in one form or another, has featured in my life over and over. First it was overeating. I corrected that with surgery, then it was work. When crises caught up alcoholism set in at age 50 when I had almost never drank alcohol before. Now I’m a smoker…. I was so glad he mentioned psilocybin. I am already scheduled for a retreat in February in Jamaica. What his family went through is beyond what most have gone through. What a wonderful man to turn his families pain around and give back to so many others.

[@chrisgant3409]

I came from a very dysfunctional family so abused everything possible. I was alone. I believed Jesus loved me in my soul for who I am at the age of 19. My instinctually belief started to change from believing I was alone to being love, valued, God’s involvement at my core. This has been the beginning of my healthy development until now (63 years old). It’s important to go to your core beliefs or you’ll be stuck in your “instinctual” behavior from your trauma. Love you all.

[@TheBuddingBillionaire]

I wish everyone that’s reading this Good health, success & prosperity in abundance ❤️

[@cat_tastic2311]

The same back to you 💜

[@Tasha_Taylor_20]

Thank and same to you ❤

[@serenasmith3636]

Thank you and same to you❤

[@kathywilson1001]

Aww how sweet, same to you lovely x

[@cazadoo339]

And you

[@littleredsproutingkate]

my best friend recommended Dr Mate’s book to me last winter. After years of trying to fix myself, I finally realised what was wrong with me. You see, I was a very sick baby living in a polluted area, so my parents made the difficult choice and left me with grandparents who lived in a countryside. I grew up being an insecure workaholic addicted to proving my worth. I’m 40 now and realising I F am enough. We all are! Take care 🤗

[@viktoriamcmanus2524]

I totally agree with Gobor Mate on the example given about the mother rats raising their children. My other comment was that do to the fact that I was born into a bombed out country in Europe, my mom had more important things to do than to give me the time I needed as a child, she had to be working wherever she could to keep me from starving. People in the USA have no idea what really tough times are and I hope no one ever has to find out what life’s like when you go to bed many nights without food and cry yourself to sleep with hunger pains and a ice cold house in the winter 🥶 I wasn’t old enough to understand war and all the horrible things that happened but I do remember my family and extended family sitting around talking all kinds of negative discussions, I often cried when I heard my mom cry about what to do ? I remember scratching things with my fingernails on the ice that formed on our windows, washing up in ice cold water, going to bed and my body heat couldn’t generate enough heat to keep my teeth from chattering and so on. When we had the Covid lockdown, my friends and neighbors panicked about not having enough toilet paper and other things, all I could think is that was a piece of cake ..imagine if your city wherever you live would be bombed ..there wouldn’t be any stores left to buy anything. My city was 89% bombed. I have learned to adapt and cope with what was at a very young age because I didn’t know any different. I didn’t complain and I never asked to get anything. I pray that none of us will ever have to go through this ..but it could ? The leaders of most countries are not all sane ?

[@Dbb27]

It seems people with mental health disorders are highly driven and obtain positions of power and authority. Perhaps it’s up to us to learn/understand what good mental health looks like and not be attracted to the razzle dazzle of the mentally unhealthy person and work to keep them out of power.

[@lizzleddy4848]

Thank you for saying this. I can relate, although I was born in "the states".. I experienced the poverty and emotional environment of poverty and a home that could become a "warzone" at any moment. I am not saying it is the same, but I can relate. I gained from this video and comment because I have that sense of "not good enough" for help, relief, connection and safety or care. I also have that sense of being "revealed" in my human vulnerabilities and needs, and may get "angry" or frustrated and twisted up or resentful at whatever person who is close enough to me to be playing a reciprocal role of meeting some needs of the other. I'm more aware of the "why" being inevitable, given the self reliance that resulted in such unreliable environments for the first half of my life. MUCH has shifted out from under me due to the poverty, homelessness, death, disease and career ending result of the pandemic in my life. I think that may be why I have been so deeply confronted by the trauma scars that represent in my physical and mental processes, and which cause suffering in my daily life and heart. Peace and love to you, for you, in the eye of the storm.

[@RealStonedApe]

That is quite a painful story of your childhood - i'm so sorry you had to live through that as a child. And unfortunately, this degree of suffering throughout childhood happens more often than most people would imagine here in the states. Definetly a far lower % of the population of course, but still...just talk to any of the mentally ill homeless in major cities such as San Francisco or LA and you'll hear story after story filled with unimaginar horrors of their childhood that left them with a mountain of traumas that continue to wreak havoc on their mental health. And instead of being shown compassion and empathy they are stigmatized and demonized, as if they are the source of the drug epidemics and overall decay of all areas of life in the states. All in the wealthiest country in the world....

[@RealStonedApe]

@@Dbb27 Mushrooms are the answer. We can't trust any human to lead us out or show us the way. They always end up leading us astray at some point. But not Mushrooms. Mushrooms will show us what sane truly is. Mushrooms will heal us and show us the way out of this colossal shit-show of a crisis we find ourselves in. Sounds crazy, I know. But it's the truth. My source? 5 grams dried psilocybin mushrooms on an empty stomach, alone, dark room, closed eyes. Terence McKenna was so far ahead of his time it's absurd....

[@MethodiousMind]

very sad😢 I’m glad you’re here

[@AprilHare]

This book sounds right up my alley. I've been "abnormal " my whole life and have been fighting to keep my head above water throughout it all. I'm glad I came upon your interview.

[@monkshavano3613]

I was a juvenile corrections worker,in group a boy stated that his parents did the best that they knew how,with what they were given at that time,and to forgive and let go,I lost it started crying and got hugged and consoled by the kids,I miss them so much,they told me what I was looking for was inside of me already!

[@68M35A2]

Awesome! My 5 year old son teaches me everyday!

[@ezlow1065]

Wow what wisdom!

[@lirst79lo]

One of the best interviews I’ve watched as a trauma survivor who suffers with CPTSD and PTSD also long term suffering MH from childhood trauma and unwell parents and possibly undiagnosed ADD which this talk has inspired me to get a diagnosis after Gabor was 50. How lucky is anyone who gets to work with this physician and his knowledge. My trauma has been shut down with meds no other help available all NHS routes blocked or closed waiting lists I’m now having to go private and seek out EDMR and other stuff to get myself well and understand myself better but it’s a long ongoing process as we see stays with you. Blessings and thanks for this it’s inspired me so much ❤

[@jenster29]

Highly recommended EMDR. I had about 9 sessions over a year. Definitely works. The difference in the beginning of the session and the end (about 20 mins) is amazing. Memories that used to overwhelm me are just loke regular memories now... no emotional or internal reaction. Medication is just masking everything.

[@elwing07]

Thank GOD someone is addressing this stuff with a respected degree and career. Maybe then people will listen to this common sense and we can vindicate this toxic societal system we have collectively constructed.

[@kindauncool]

THANK YOU. I don't know why people act like it's impossible to change society; we do it ALL THE TIME. Now it's time to break down the systems.

[@chrisjohnson322]

God/Jesus is the only answer I would like to know what he thinks about God/Jesus

[@leighanderson2251]

@@chrisjohnson322 I suggest he is giving what followers of the Lord would be wise to say. His faith or not, is being used by the Master, of that I am sure. God bless.

[@l0v3lynnmariee]

People have to be open to hearing it, unfortunately the older you get the less open your mind and more set in your ways you become. Bless to those whose minds continue to stay open and welcome new information.

[@LionsideDisciple]

We? I think you meant the Rothschilds and their useful idiots.

[@ForestSageStyles]

I find now at 62 I like being alone with myself. I enjoy my own company. It has been years of developing and evolving through past trauma to get here. I am grateful to be here but i am still digging and working on addictions. Your conversation helps broaden my perspective. Thank you

[@sandraStory]

This just makes so much sense. I hope more doctors and people listen to this to aid themselves on their dysfunctions! Dr. Gabor Mate is truly brilliant!

[@JondiWhitis]

Gabor Mate is one of my heroes of honesty, helpfulness, insight and compassion.

[@robynhope219]

It's an act that earns him millions. It's all about 💰 💰 💰

[@MagnoliaZZZZ]

I feel so bad for that mother, to have to send her baby away to keep him safe. All that unnecessary suffering, all man made. And it continues, when will we learn?

[@lynnlink4629]

Eventually his parents lives were cut short. Nevertheless, GOD.

[@joyfullydreaded1371]

As long as we give psychopaths and sociopaths giant rewards of money, power, sex and having a different set of rules for them being absolutely cut throat and ruthless. For continuing using Capitalism as our economic structure despite the massive amounts of evidence on the damage it has on the have nots - aka the majority of the population - and our planet...never. We will never learn.

[@dianeibsen5994]

Very good question.

[@frisco61]

Never. Because human nature and sin.

[@joannedavis1991]

@@frisco61 yes but there is a spiritual war that most people can’t understand. There IS EVIL beyond the human experience.

[@DorothyEddington]

This was a terrific show. Gabor is honest and open about his own experiences and insightful regarding others> He is the kind of person that I could enjoy just being quiet with. He exudes peace and acceptance.

[@onyssima]

You described him perfectly: honest and insightful towards other people. 👌

[@vinjane3526]

I’m an intervenes drug user and I’m 42, I e tried to get clean a lot of times been through the 12 steps 5 times been clean and sober for years at a time, but I can’t stay sober I have an inability to face reality and I’ve made up my own world and live in it, this has profoundly changed my point of view and I’m excited about tomorrow for the first time ever maybe, not a disease, I’m a child and my personal awareness is unbelievable, I can change with this knowledge! Thank you 🙏

[@elizabethvorster677]

Good luck. I hope this has truly made a difference for you. You are not a product of your past but your future

[@shirazvaldes4072]

You can achieve it! You got this! Love yourself❤️

[@vinjane3526]

@@shirazvaldes4072 yes I can We all can!! Thank you for the message!!! ❤️

[@JoeOG]

Im a former alcoholic and Gabor Mate opened my eyes to the nature of addiction and how society keeps people addicted by piling on the shame and gaslighting them. Addiction is not a disease, its a coping mechanism for sensitive people like yourself who had traumatic upbringings. Once you heal the wound with somatic/trauma-informed therapies and deep introspection, the desire to continue using stops. 12 Steps have some good methods, but the idea that addiction is a disease that will never go away is simply wrong and disempowering.

[@vinjane3526]

@@JoeOG thanks for reaching out man!

[@Dzanarika1]

We need more professionals like this understanding and wise man. Imagine the world we would be in.

[@RobbieRobot.]

I have a friend who tells me all the time "there are people out there worse off them me, i dont have truma, i don't have ptsd, i havent hurt enough" We medicaded ourselfs with drugs and booze and within all the conversations we had i saw her truma and after very slowly and steadily telling her that truma isn't the same for everyone and that we don't get yo choose when it happens she finally realised why she was angry and scared. Shes now in a loving relationship and she recognises when her emotions are more then they should be. Just like myself. It's ok, everyone can feel hurt and its ok your not alone ❤ don't disregard your own pain just because you feel its not enough pain to be painful. Everyone deserves to feel safe and healed, everyone! If you can ask for help do it ❤❤

[@trishreilly7999]

This was the best talk on childhood trauma I’ve ever heard. Thank you so very much.

[@lindamacgregor8039]

Awareness: what an interesting concept. I've spent a lifetime moving through the Trauma of my childhood and thought I'd genuinely forgiven all and am so very grateful for the gifts I've gathered. However, I became very ill when I was in my early 50s. First candidiasis infected my sinuses and may have crossed the blood/brain barrier. I was desperately ill and was being treated with antibiotics which, in fact, fed the candida. Once that was dealt with, I developed a life threatening, malignant melanoma. The prognosis was 6 months - 13 years ago. Next, following a surgery for extreme bunions, I developed CRPS. It's a little known autoimmune disease which is called 'incurable'. With fairly extreme neurological treatments, I believe I'm cured but it took 5 years. Following that, my heart became dramatically enlarged: with an ejection fraction of 25%, the prognosis was grim. Four years later, I'm living the best quality of life I've every experienced. I've been treated by an incredible group of cardiologists and, through a parallel exercise of spiritual healing, again, I believe my heart is healing.

[@compassioncampaigner728]

Whew You have had a bumpy road God bless your champion character and admirable ability to press forward. Ps I have not heard this program, but am scanning some of the comnents to see if it is a worthwile investment of my time.

[@zantecarroll4448]

wow! well done! how did you cure the candidiasis in your sinuses.. i have chronic sinus that has improved dramatically on my high fiber plant based diet and a simple spiritual practice ... i have noticed stress and family drama increases the symptoms do you have any tips for sinuses? and candida ?

[@jodymckenzie2616]

Your heart is healing. Be well. Enjoy life. Stay aware. You are ENOUGH.

[@hannahkinnear7701]

I have crps Linda.. would very much appreciate any tips on treatments or experience that you may share..I'm a decade in, no relief 😌 Best wishes

[@jr6200]

What a wonderful story. My son had been ill for 14 years and died a few months ago. I took care of him by myself during that period. The emotional turmoil and stress during the whole time, and the shock of his unexpected death, has been extremely painful. The last couple of years I was so exhausted I was afraid I wouldn't be able to continue, though I tearfully promised him at the beginning that no matter what I'd see him through to a recovery. . . Somehow I feel it had to happen as it did. I learned how little control I have, how little so many of my everyday pursuits were worth and how important it is to stop that destructive "voice in the have" and live Now.

[@lionheart1164]

When I was a child I had asthma and various different allergies. My mother left my sister and I and went to Vancouver to live with another man she'd been seeing on the sly when I was nine. My dad was a dunk, and a womanizer who was physically violent towards women in particular. After my mother left we ended up in Tallahassee Florida with a woman named Collette. She took good care of us, fed us better than we had been prior to arriving at her door with my sister. We went to church every Sunday. I think we took piano lessons. She was a school teacher. She put my sister and I into a summer sports camp. After that summer of being separated from both my parents the asthma I had went away, and most allergic reactions disappeared. I understand now that I felt smothered by my parents and the general environment to which I grew. Gabor Mate's work directly correlates to the work of Dr. Bruce Lipton, cell biologist originally. He wrote three books. The Biology of Belief, The Honeymoon Effect, and Spontaneous Evolution, Our Positive Future, and a way to get there from here, which is written with Steve Bhaerman. All three books are very enlightening, especially Biology of Belief. Very powerful!

[@shapiemau2244]

I have been following what is termed German New Medicine. Originally developed by Dr Hamer and nearly all human experiences of dis-eases originate from trauma, whether it be physically induced or mentally. Thank you for those books you mentioned. Drs Lipton, Shelton and many other greats understood us perfectly. Best wishes.

[@Moneybussiness]

I find it striking how the best advice is given by people who had a tough childhood themselves. As if it is necessary to understand and feel and gain insights that allow you to help others.

[@raymand8867]

Absolute mind opener. This is the first time I have heard Gabor speak. What he says makes so much sense. As a human we struggle to articulate our thoughts around trauma, as it is. Sometimes we don’t know we are carrying trauma. And then when we do, a sudden realisation can cause an earth shattering experience but also begin healing. I will watch this again 🙂

[@kimberleystewart1234]

This man is a rare soul, in every form. The way he talks and what he says, hid body language. He does talk with a pure heart, he is humble with it. Fair play, DEEP RESPECT HE IS AN ELDER IN OUR SOCIETY THAT PEOPLE WILL LEARN MANY MANY LESSONS AND KNOWLEDGE. 💯❤

[@glennmariacher4525]

You are one of the best interviewers I've seen; good questions and your guests are there to be heard, not interrupted. So many interviewers think they are there for them to interject. Good job on your part!!! Glenn

[@TejNathDahaldahaltn]

So true

[@arini1310]

Agreed!!

[@SSpirited-q4m]

Dr. Gabor Mate understands humanity and trauma in a way that only someone who has been through it and feels it can. His insights have helped so many... including myself. I hope he has someone or more that are capable of helping and uplifting him in the way that he helps others.

[@kimberIyyu]

I was in an orphanage for the first year of my life. I had a mother like the host described who constantly screamed and berated my father while he just sat there. I have pretty severe ADD, and although medicated, I still struggle with it. I have realized over time how my fear of abandonment had manifested in different ways. I had always thought of it as some crazy girlfriend who couldn’t stand the though of her boyfriend leaving. But just like ADD the symptoms and the problems that it can create can look different than many people think. Over the past four years, I have worked really hard at removing toxic people from my life and distancing the ones I couldnt, like my mother. I have stopped being a people pleaser and have started to put myself first in a healthy, secure way. I really enjoyed this video as it touched on so many parts of my life. Thank you. And Yes, I subscribed!! ❤

[@ArsenicJulep]

I’m also adopted and also have had a lifelong struggle with ADD, depression, and anxiety. I was left in the hospital for two weeks after I was born because I had thrush, which is a minor yeast infection. I got the message early on that if I wasn’t perfect, love and attention would be withheld. My dad was the angry, irrational parent. My mother just withdrew. It amazes me that so many adoption agencies did such a lousy job of vetting potential parents. Adoptees need unconditional love and extra security and reassurance, not rage and chaos.

[@FreeBirdee]

My father and mother had a very traumatic childhood- I understand their choices and why they are they way that they are and allow grace when dealing with them.

[@beheshtasiddiqui900]

Seriously my dad is 86 and he went to military school when he was 7 years old and he never had that type of connection and he is manuplative, selfish and now that we talk about these things he understands it but when in action he does what he used to do like comparing us and when we do something for him he's like do things like these so I love you more and then i get mad because I have to do something for you so you can love me in return and then I am like who am i kidding and then he says he's sorry when he's aware but I feel very sad for him and also for my mom because this generational trauma is not a fucking joke and they had it worst than us.

[@ALCRAN2010]

What do you mean "allow grace"?

[@FreeBirdee]

@@ALCRAN2010 to allow either means to give someone the permission to do something or to give the necessary time or opportunity for. Giving or allowing yourself grace is permission to forgive even when it’s unmerited.

[@gemini_hofa5341]

Wow, what a stimulating conversation. This will sit with me for a while and percolate today. Thank you!

[@rs5570]

That’s not a good way to deal with abusive parents nor with your own pain from having been abused.

[@FabianForth]

Dude, the way you ask questions and guide the conversations is incredible!!!! A couple of times I stopped the video in recognition and went like "Wow, what a brilliant and precisely formulated question!" Besides the deep wisdom of Dr Gabor Maté, this really stood out for me 👍👍🙏Awesome skill you have there - So pleasant to watch your interviews!

[@silviacurioni1313]

This! I was so impressed by his questions! He nailed every single one! 😮

[@christinafg1864]

Yes I thought so too 🙌🏼

[@nextlevelintactivism8195]

Here is a question for you? Why is the best child psychologist in the world in denial of the number one source of trauma and PTSD in children? it's called circumcision. It's extreme torture and abuse of chidlren.

[@composerpark2341]

The Diary of A CEO never lets me down. Always so inspiring and joyful. It feels like I am on an adventure of exploring myself with Steven and the guests. Sincerely, thank you for the great content.

[@markbeks2019]

Agree ❤

[@msj4900]

This should be a required watch for every “educator” in the public school system across America. I am a one woman army advocating for my child with AD(H)D.

[@fishofgold6553]

Does your child also snore during sleep or have sleep apnoea? I have heard from Dr Mike Mew and Dr Derek Mahoney (both orthodontists) that many children's ADHD is caused by poor sleep quality due to inadequate air supply during sleep.

[@michaelsmith2884]

You are so right that educators and administrators need to understand adhd much better and teach accordingly. With patience and understanding. Please know that there are many, many parents or a parent struggling with being a lone advocate for their AD(H)D child you are not alone.

[@user-qp6lj6gu7s]

If you liked listening to Gabor Mate I think you'd also like talks by Gordon Neufeld, he specifically has some things on attention and attachment that are really good.

[@pilzmaedchen4294]

One of the first courses educators take today is how the brain develops. Spent most of my career working in elementary schools with extreme poverty where identifying and supporting children with trauma was our top priority. This meant, lots of professional development on childhood trauma. Even armed with this knowledge, it is an impossible feat without government funding. Schools do not have the manpower for the volume of children who come to school with trauma and special needs. It isnt uncommon in today's classroom for children to have sever behavioral deficits. The age doesn't matter, a five year old will throw a desk just like an 15 year old. What role does the Educator, who is alone with 20+ other children in a classroom take on in that moment? Therapist or educator? Because of constant educational funding cuts, there isn't anyone to call for help. The police officer on campus is responsible keeping infiltrators with guns at bay. The disruption has now caused an interruption with academics, maybe for the day. If you're lucky just one day because the child will be back the next day most likely without any intervention. And as the Educator, you know you'll be held accountable for the ALL your students academic progress. Now you're not just an educator to 20+, now you are also their therapist without the pay or a life. While I agree, mental is desperately needed in our schools, it cannot and should not be the sole responsibility of our teachers who are already over worked and underpaid. It is up to our government to fund the physical presence of mental health providers and services in our schools. ✌🕊☮

[@svenskanorsk]

Public school was developed to train factory workers. It needs to go the way of the dinosaur. Take responsibility for your own offspring and stop relying on government. Thats the way only solution.

[@tracylynnfarley6748]

The "Big T" traumas describe my childhood. I really think I need counseling. My family would tell me things like, "Counseling is for weak white people!", "You are Native! You're not weak", "Showing your emotions is for the weak!" "Toughen up and quit whining!" So, I always thought I had to hide the pain and the emotional hurt so as to not bring shame to myself or my family! We are not meant to go through life feeling like you are a fake. Or, not knowing who you really are! I'm 54 now. I wish I would have got the help I needed, regardless of my family. As I get older and I have grandchildren, I realize just how much I need to talk to someone. If you are reading this, and you even think you need help, please get the help you need now. Don't live a life of regret like I do. You will be a much better person and you won't regret it. Don't let those around you suffer from your hidden pains. If I could have done things differently, I would have. Don't wait.

[@emilymonson2905]

I am a counselor and the vast majority of people I work with are Native. You are not weak, you are strong enough to show your vulnerability and true self. I have clients ranging from 18 to 70. It is never to late to seek help from family, friends, or a counselor. I wish you the best :)

[@nohandle508]

54 is young in my book, and I'm in my thirties. Never too late to seek help. You obviously have the courage to take the leap, I hope you'll find the strength too. Wishing you the best all the way from Poland

[@tracylynnfarley6748]

@@nohandle508 Your kind words brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for the support and understanding. May you be blesses!

[@allisonblaustein7898]

I’m your age and have had major trauma. You’re not alone. EMDR was best trauma therapy I’ve done. Find a grounded therapist who is spiritual and will guide you from trauma to whatever is your idea of Spirit

[@tracylynnfarley6748]

@@allisonblaustein7898 Thank you so much for your enc ouraging words. I am feeling optimistic in regards to my ability to get the necessary help I truly believe I need. I am not ashamed. One day I will be the person who carries no more shame. No more hurt. No more anger. No more no mores! I know now it is never too late. Thank you!