❗Early trauma in childhood can have a long-lasting impact on our mental and physical health.
🔑The template formed in early childhood affects how we see ourselves and relate to others.
🌱Traumas are internal experiences that shape our worldview and self-perception.
💼Compulsive behaviors and addictions can be rooted in a sense of not being good enough.
💔Unresolved trauma can manifest in relationships as feelings of anger, dissatisfaction, and unworthiness.
How can early trauma affect our physical and mental health?
—Early trauma can lead to chronic physical health issues, mental health disorders, and addiction.
Can we heal from the wounds of early trauma?
—Yes, healing is possible through awareness, self-compassion, and therapy.
How does early trauma affect our relationships?
—Early trauma can impact our ability to form secure and healthy relationships, leading to feelings of unworthiness and dissatisfaction.
What is the role of awareness in healing from trauma?
—Awareness allows us to understand how our past experiences shape our present and empowers us to make conscious choices for healing.
What are some strategies for healing from unresolved trauma?
—Therapy, self-care, connecting with support systems, and practicing self-compassion are important strategies in healing from unresolved trauma.
00:00Dr. Gabor Maté reflects on the impact of early trauma on our lives.
04:32Early trauma can shape our sense of self-worth and influence our relationships.
09:58Unresolved trauma often leads to compulsive behaviors and addictions.
14:45Early trauma can manifest in relationships as anger, dissatisfaction, and feelings of unworthiness.
19:12Healing from early trauma is possible through awareness, self-compassion, and therapy.
