Overcoming Unlovability
Gabor explores the deep-seated belief of unlovability stemming from childhood trauma and how it drives the need for external validation. He emphasizes that while the past cannot be changed, the internal wounds can be healed at any moment. Reflecting on his journey, he reveals a significant shift in his self-perception, ultimately affirming his worthiness of love.In this clip
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What does Gabor Maté say about childhood trauma in the episode 'This Is Why You Feel LOST & UNHAPPY In Life! (Change Everything) | Gabor Matè' and the clip 'Reconnecting to Self'?
If I have worked super hard on myself physically and mentally for years as a 21-year-old man, why does it sting much more when I open up about my life, values, and passions and still don't achieve a deeper connection? This was discussed in episode #256: Healing in a Toxic Culture with Dr. Gabor Maté and the clip Authenticity vs. Attachment.